Malabrigo Rios

Malabrigo Rios is a shop favorite and a yarn you'll reach for again and again for its beautiful hand-dyed color, softness, and long-lasting wear. This 4-ply worsted yarn is spun from 100% superwash merino wool, giving you a yarn that's soft enough for next-to-skin wear, yet sturdy enough for everyday garments and accessories.

Rios takes color beautifully and comes in a rainbow of colors from rich semi-solids to complex variegated tones. Whether you're knitting a cozy sweater, hats and mittens, children's clothes, or a textured throw, the resulting fabric has depth, warmth, and character. And because it's superwash, finished pieces are easier to care for — a big plus for items like blankets, hats, and frequently worn garments.

If you're looking for versatility, Rios has it. Its crisp stitch definition makes it a go-to for knit-purl stitches, cables, and textured knits. It's a yarn you'll come back to every season!

Why We Love It

• Soft, plump superwash merino that's comfortable next to the skin.
• Reliable worsted weight with great stitch definition for texture and cables.
• Hand-dyed Malabrigo colorways add richness and variation to simple stitches.
• A true go-to yarn for sweaters, hats, scarves, and gifts.

Yarn Details

• Weight: Worsted
• Fiber Content: 100% Superwash Merino
• Yardage: 210 yards / 192 meters
• Skein Weight: 100 grams
• Gauge: 4.5-5 sts = 1 inch on US 7-8 (4.5-5.0mm) needles
• Care: machine wash gentle, cold; lay flat to dry

What to Knit

• Little Coffee Bean Cardigan by Elizabeth Smith
• Raw Honey by Alicia Plummer
• Nightshift by Andrea Mowry

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