Noro Silk Garden SockThe specs: 100 grams, 328 yards, 40% Wool, 25% Silk, 25% Nylon, 10% Mohair, 6. 5 sts inc of US 3, handwash The love: Though we like to call this one "sock" yarn, and makes a lovely handwash sock, Silk Garden sock is even more fantastic for sport weight sweaters and shawls. It is gorgeous in simple lace patterns and striking in "fake isle" stranded knitting. KITS USING SILK GARDEN SOCK Crystal Axis Shawl Ladders Shawl Petrichor Shawl Snooze Travel

but you will need more yarn if you are going larger

reversible

13% Recycled Nylon

Worsted weight

The specs: 200 grams

Weave in the ends as you go – you’ll be happier in the end

tight twist

The love:  Kathmandu is on of my all time favorite yarns and the Aran weight version is perfect for all of your sweaters

It would make a great stocking for a new arrival in your family

Slippery Path Scarf

You'll want them to have size 7-10 needles ready to go because they'll be itching to dive into these balls

TWENTY THREE patterns come free with the Mad Ball (the download information will arrive in your order confirmation) and the crochet is the Virus Shawl - which you can find on Ravelry