革物製織 (Kaku-mono Sei-shoku)丨Moisture-wicking Hand-knitted 75% Wool Socks - Men's & Women's by Size

Important! After placing your order, please provide your usual shoe size or your foot measurement in centimeters so we can ensure a perfect fit. Also, let us know your preferred color palette, and we can select the main yarn together (this may require a brief discussion). #Knitting typically takes about two weeks. Please message us to confirm scheduling availability before placing your order. If the artisan is currently busy with other orders, your commission will be scheduled after those are completed. 👉 Classic Socks: Approximately 12-13 cm in height from the ground; Tall Classic Socks: Approximately 16-17 cm in height from the ground (for taller options, please message us to discuss; pricing will vary). 🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦 A satisfied customer: "It's all your fault! I can't go back. Now, when I wear regular socks, my feet feel damp and uncomfortable, and they get smelly..." The artisan: "I know! 🤣 Even when my wool ankle socks get sweaty, they're far more moisture-wicking than regular socks. Most importantly, there's no discomfort, and they don't smell, don't smell, don't smell..." 🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦🧦 #Hand-knitted wool socks make for a truly wonderful gift. #Providing warmth and support for every step you take. Years ago, experiencing the "wonder" of hand-knitted wool socks firsthand on Orchid Island and in Taoyuan Valley, Yilan—their sweat-wicking, breathable, and quick-drying properties—I realized: the issue wasn't my feet, nor my shoes, but the "socks"! While Taiwan's summers are best enjoyed with breathable feet, there are many times when shoes and socks are necessary. A pair of quality wool socks can accompany you for a long time. Thanks to the natural keratin properties of wool, these socks are not only antibacterial but also odor-resistant, eliminating unpleasant smells. Their excellent temperature-regulating capabilities provide both warmth and moisture-wicking for your feet. The hand-knitting process is labor-intensive. A pair of women's ankle socks (reaching approximately the ankle) involves well over 10,000 stitches. For the classic socks with added height (around 12-13 cm from the sole), the stitch count approaches 17,000. These dense stitches interweave to create a pair of perfectly fitting, comfortable, and warmly enveloping socks. They are not only custom-fitted to your feet but also uniquely yours due to the freedom to mix and match yarn colors and patterns. You can create bold, clashing combinations or harmonious palettes that you adore, even if others don't quite understand. Ankle socks, falling below the ankle, are light and stylish. The classic sock style, fully covering the ankle and above, pairs wonderfully with cropped or three-quarter length pants. The best part? They're odor-free, not hot, and machine washable for ultimate convenience. Not everyone can knit socks, nor does everyone have the interest or patience. Before you consider that, let the artisan knit a pair for you, thoughtfully conveying your sentiments. With normal wear and washing, even with daily use and cleaning, these socks will not wear out or lose their shape. If such a situation arises, please reach out. #Hiking socks are crafted using the same proportions but with a comparatively heavier-weight sport wool yarn. They are thicker and softer than regular wool socks, designed for long days of climbing and walking. Yarn: Regardless of the origin, all sock yarns used are a standard 75% or more Merino wool and 25% or less nylon (for durability). This percentage is significantly higher than that found in commercially available "wool socks." #Washing: Hand-washing by soaking is ideal for preserving your wool socks. However, for daily wear, machine washing is essential. This is possible; just remember to place them in a laundry bag before machine washing!