Sock Survey Says…


Where do you fall on the knitted-sock spectrum? Compare your answers to the official results of our online poll.

Do you wear socks to bed?
A) Yes 49.38%
B) No 50.62%

Do you have a yarn addiction?
A) Yes: big time! 64.32%
B) Maybe, although I’m working on controlling it. 31.95%
C) No—I can quit anytime I want. 3.73%

How often do you look at pictures of socks online?
A) 1-3 times per month 14.52%
B) 1-3 times per week 37.34%
C) 1-3 times per day 29.88%
D) More than 3 times a day 18.26%

What kind of music do you like to listen to while knitting socks?
A) Rock—It’s perfect for keeping a good pace. 16.96%
B) Classical—I’m classy like that. 9.57%
C) Heavy Metal—The rough stuff is always better. 1.74%
D) Jazz—Perfect for improvisations! 1.30%
E) Country—Laid back makes for smooth knitting. 5.22%
F) Audiobooks—My fingers work best on autopilot. 29.13%
G) Knitting Podcasts—All knitting, all the time. 13.91%
H) None—Silent and devotional! 22.17%

Do you prefer playing footsy?
A) Besocked 47.83%
B) Bare-toed 52.17%

Be honest, now. How large is your sock stash?
A) One medium-sized rubber storage bin 48.52%
B) Three shelves in my closet 31.65%
C) My stash has its own room! 19.83%

What’s your favorite post-sock activity?
A) Posting picks of your creation online 14.64%
B) Getting a hand massage 0.84%
C) Wearing your socks somewhere public 30.13%
D) Starting another pair (of course!) 54.39%

How many pairs of hand knit socks do you own?
A) 1–5 29.05%
B) 6–15 39.00%
C) 16–30 21.99%
D) An uncountable mass 9.96%

What’s your favorite kind of sock yarn?
A) Wool 94.19%
B) Bamboo 3.73%
C) Cotton 1.66%
D) Acrylic 0.41%

Which is your most productive sock knitting season?
A) Spring—fresh breezes and pretty flowers are all the inspiration you need. 9.44%
B) Summer—those lazy days are perfect for sippin’ lemonade and making socks, too. 24.89%
C) Fall—from Labor Day to the holiday rush, there’s no better time to add to your sock pile. 19.74%
D) Winter—you love to cozy up with a pair of needles and yarn. Let it snow! 45.92%

Do you paint your toe nails?
A) Yes 43.28%
B) Why bother, I’m always wearing socks! 56.72%

What’s the most you’ve ever paid for sock yarn?
A) less than $10 1.66%
B) $10—$20 24.48%
C) more than $20 73.86%