Yarn Wars: Acrylic versus Natural Fibers

Why is it that everything has to be a either/or debate? Why is it that if I have a different opinion from another it means that there is something wrong with me? This mindset seems to creep into every facet of life. I have started knitting again because I find crafting relaxing and because I was looking a group (online and IRL) with which to socialize. I learned to crochet and knit using acrylic yarns. I made some perfectly wonderful baby blankets with acrylic yarn that I used with my twins and then later passed down to one of my sisters. I am new to natural fibers and I am not particularly comfortable with wool or wool blends. I am afraid of ruining a project that I have spent hours to complete by accidentally felting it. I have mostly acrylic yarns in my stash because my hubby and I are on a fixed income. Another reason I am buying so-called cheap yarns is because I am still learning different stitches and techniques. I splurged and bought a skein of Noro Taiyo because I loved the colors. I released it in a swap but I got a even rarer (for me) skein of Wollmeise. I will use the Wollmeise to knit some socks for my husband. For me yarn is yarn and all of it has a purpose. It can be difficult to find strong colors in natural fibers and acrylic yarns have some of the most wonderful color combinations. Softness is important but strong colors are equally important to me.