Yarn is used doubled throughout to knit to a fingering weight gauge of 8 st/in. The alpaca yarn makes a luxurious sock that is suitable for bedsocks. To make more durable everyday socks, substitute 100 gr. of your favorite sock yarn such as Jawoll, Regia or Lorna’s Laces Shepherd Fingering. Available as a pattern or kit from TheKnitter.com with 2 skeins Misti Alpaca Lace for $17.95. March 2005 Sock of the Month.