Craft luxuriously soft, richly colored garments and accessories with Malabrigo Socka 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 skinperfect for socks, shawls, and baby wear.
- Striking Depth: Small-batch kettle dyeingrich, 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 safetycold 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 Shawla fan-favorite pattern originally featured in Malabrigos 2021 Knit-Along (KAL). Designed specifically with Malabrigo Sock in mind, this pattern highlights the yarns delicate drape, tonal color play, and stitch definition.
- Read more about the KAL and pattern inspiration on the Malabrigo Blog.
- Download the free Temperance Shawl pattern PDF.
Whether youre 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 slightlyalternate 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 clarityideal for the Temperance Shawl.
- Accessories & Babywear: Delightful softnesscowls, 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 13 (2.253.25 mm)
- Hook: US B-1 to E-4 (2.253.5 mm)
- Care: Machine wash gentle cold; lay flat to dry; avoid bleach
- Ethical Sourcing: Uruguay/Peru; mulesing-free and environmentally conscious dye processes
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