Craft luxuriously soft, richly colored garments and accessories with Malabrigo Sock—a beloved 100% Superwash Merino fingering yarn, kettle-dyed in small batches by artisans in Uruguay and Peru. This 3-ply delight is loved for its buttery softness, captivating tonal depth, and next-to-skin comfort without compromising on machine-washability.
Made for Projects You Want to Wear Again and Again
- Sumptuously Soft: Superwash Merino caresses skin—perfect for socks, shawls, and baby wear.
- Striking Depth: Small-batch kettle dyeing—rich, nuanced hues with engaging tonal variation.
- Stitch-Definition Power: 3-ply construction brings clarity to lace, cables, and texture work.
- Easy Care: Treated for machine-wash safety—cold water, delicate cycle, lay flat to dry.
- Ethically Crafted: Mulesing-free wool and sustainable dye methods reflect conscientious fiber sourcing.
Featured Pattern: The Temperance Shawl
The beautiful lace shawl shown in our product images is the Temperance Shawl—a fan-favorite pattern originally featured in Malabrigo’s 2021 Knit-Along (KAL). Designed specifically with Malabrigo Sock in mind, this pattern highlights the yarn’s delicate drape, tonal color play, and stitch definition.
Whether you’re new to lace knitting or an experienced shawl knitter, the Temperance Shawl is a rewarding project that perfectly showcases the color and texture qualities that make Malabrigo Sock so special.
What to Know Before Casting On
- Knits up at a firm 32 sts per 4"—perfect for long-lasting, everyday socks.
- 3-ply structure and Superwash treatment help reduce pilling and surface fuzz.
- Hand-dyed skeins may vary slightly—alternate rows between skeins for a cohesive look.
- A mild vinegar scent is totally normal and will fade after the first wash.
Your Go-To Yarn for Lightweight, Wearable Makes
- Socks: Long-wearing and soft, though reinforcing heels/toes is recommended.
- Shawls & Wraps: Lightweight and drapey with stunning stitch clarity—ideal for the Temperance Shawl.
- Accessories & Babywear: Delightful softness—cowls, mitts, hats, and baby garments.
- Lace & Reversible Textures: Shines with cables, lace, and intricate stitch patterns.
Technical Specs
- Fiber & Finish: 100% Superwash Merino (hand-dyed)
- Yarn Weight: Light Fingering / Sock
- Skein: 100 g / 3.53 oz
- Yardage: ≈ 440 yds / 402 m
- Construction: 3-ply, smoothly plied for stitch definition
- Gauge: 32 sts = 4″ / 10 cm
- Needles: US 1–3 (2.25–3.25 mm)
- Hook: US B-1 to E-4 (2.25–3.5 mm)
- Care: Machine wash gentle cold; lay flat to dry; avoid bleach
- Ethical Sourcing: Uruguay/Peru; mulesing-free and environmentally conscious dye processes