sock blocking

[kareila]

Any tips for blocking socks? I just finished my first pair. :)

The yarn I used is 50% Acrylic, 40% Wool, 10% Nylon.

My previous attempts at blocking things have consisted of getting them wet, pinning them, and letting them air dry. But pinning socks seems suboptimal...

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[pinesandmaples]

I block all my socks after each wash, because I like having them conform to my feet. (I suspect my wife does the same with her socks.) Basically, when they come out of the washer, I put them on and sit around for an hour or so. (Knitting time? Homework? Reading? Good things!) The first time I "block" a pair, I soak them in my soaking bowl until the pair is fully and completely soaked, then I press the socks between layers of a towel, then I put them on for a few hours.

All of my socks are made with yarn that is between 75% and 100% wool, though. I imagine the acrylic won't bother conforming to your feet, and they'll probably feel rather yuck.