Just Enough Sparkle
the pictures do not do this yarn justice!
And, yes, they do soften up in the wash.

my vanilla pattern:
Judy's Magic Cast-On
Magic cast on 24 stitches each needle
increase every third round to 72 around
5 1/4 inch foot
short row heels (contrasting color)
6 inch leg
1 inch 2x2 ribbing (contrasting color)
Russian bindoff