I’m making a sweater for my boyfriend but I don’t know what type of wool to use. There are so blends to choose from. He wants something warm and durable to wear in the woods. He will be wearing it over something else so he isn’t concerned about the itchy factor. There is anything from 100% acrylic to 100% wool. How do I know know what to choose?
It’s a good question. Wool is warm and durable but requires handwashing unless you use a superwash wool. Superwash wools are lovely yarns that can be machine washed with some care and won’t felt. They are also going to be more expensive than acrylic. Acrylic is durable but not as breathable as a natural fiber. For warmth too, you might prefer wool or a wool blend. After all, they don’t take the sheep in on cold winter nights.
If you have a yarn shop nearby, it might be worth it to go in and feel some of the yarns (buy some too). That may help you decide.
I agree. Wool would be warmest and for ease of care a superwash wool is probably best. Not many men will lovingly hand wash and lay a sweater flat. :teehee:
You would also go with a blend, but make it a hight percentage of wool and easy are.