Diane writes:
<<The claim to fame for microfiber is that it wicks away moisture,
keeping the athlete cool and dry.>>
Yes, synthetic fiber makers still keep trying to copy wool's
characteristics, with precious little success overall :)
Wool is highly absorbant, taking up to something like 33% of its weight
in water without feeling damp. Supposedly, absorbing water also makes
it give off heat (I have to admit I've never noticed this feature :) I
don't think our petroleum chemists will EVER be able to make a fiber
like that! Not to mention that wool is sustainable in production and
eventual disposal. Can't compost microfiber :)
The item you're describing sounds like what knitters call a wimple. All
you have to do is knit a tube. Embellishments of lace or texture
stitches, fair isle, and knitted-on bands of lace at the ends are all
possible, but not necessary for a serviceable and practical head warmer.
And wool can be very drapeable--it's not something limited to silk.
Just spin a fine yarn, that's all that's needed. Knit it loosely if
drape is more important than wind resistance.
There really is no excuse for fake fibers :)
Holly
with 12" of snow on the ground and more coming, glad of wool and other
NATURAL protein fibers to keep toes, fingers, heads, necks, and faces
warm...working on a sweater for the body as well!
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