Is Malabrigo Yarn Rios soft and suitable for sensitive skin or baby projects?

Absolutely! Malabrigo Yarn Rios is spun from 100% superwash merino wool yarn, renowned for its luxuriously soft touch and gentle feel. It's perfect for sensitive skin, making it ideal for knitting or crocheting baby garments, hats, blankets, and next-to-skin accessories. Customers consistently praise its cloud-soft texture and the comfort it brings to any project.

How much Malabrigo Yarn Rios should I buy for sweaters, hats, or scarves?

The amount of Malabrigo Yarn Rios you’ll need depends on your specific project and pattern. As a guideline: 1 skein (210 yards) is plenty for a cozy hat or cowl, 2–3 skeins usually make an adult-sized scarf, and for a medium women’s sweater you’ll need about 5–7 skeins. We recommend checking your chosen pattern for exact yardage, and when in doubt, buying an extra skein—our popular colors often sell out quickly at Apricot Yarn & Supply!

Will my colors match if I buy Malabrigo Yarn Rios at different times?

Because Malabrigo Yarn Rios is hand-dyed, each batch (and even each skein) can vary slightly in color. It’s one of the joys of this wool yarn and makes your project unique! If color consistency is important, we recommend purchasing all your skeins for a project at once. When working with multiple skeins, alternate every few rows to blend any differences for a seamless look. Need help matching colors? The team at Apricot Yarn & Supply is happy to assist you.

Is Malabrigo Yarn Rios really machine washable? Will it stay nice after washing?

Yes! Malabrigo Rios is made from 100% superwash merino wool yarn, so it’s designed to be machine washable for easy care. Many customers report their knitted and crocheted items remain soft, vibrant, and resist pilling—even after repeated washing. For best results, use a gentle cycle with cold water and lay flat to dry. This makes Rios a great choice for everyday wear, baby items, and gifts.

What makes Malabrigo Yarn Rios stand out compared to other wool yarns?

Malabrigo Yarn Rios is a favorite at Apricot Yarn & Supply thanks to its unbeatable softness, rich hand-dyed colors, and outstanding stitch definition. It has a smooth twist that resists pilling and a durability perfect for both garments and homewares. Plus, it’s easy to care for—machine washable and long-lasting. Our customers love working with Rios wool yarn, as reflected in its glowing reviews for color, quality, and the joy it brings to crafting every project.

Malabrigo Yarn Rios

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Product Description

Why Wool Yarn Like Malabrigo Rios Makes Every Stitch Pop

Malabrigo Rios is a hand-dyed wool yarn spun from 100% superwash merino. It’s soft, durable, and richly colored in small batches.

This worsted weight yarn is perfect for sweaters, accessories, and everyday garments that need color and comfort. It has a smooth, round structure that gives excellent stitch definition.

Because each skein is hand-dyed, no two are exactly alike—ideal for one-of-a-kind projects or bold, tonal work.

Details:

Fiber: 100% Superwash Merino Wool.
Weight: Worsted, 100g
Yardage: 210yd / 192m
Gauge: 18.0 to 22.0 sts = 4 inches
Recommended needle size: US 6 - 8 or 4 - 5mm
Recommended hook size US I-9 to K-10/12 or 5.5-6.5 mm
Care: Machine washable, gente cycle, cold water, do not tumble.

Try the Antler Hat pattern to show off Rios's vibrant depth and stitch clarity.

Looking for more options? Explore our full Wool Yarn Collection for coordinating textures and weights.

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San Diego, California, USA 92106
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Soft wool yarn for baby blanket

Bought this to knit a baby blanket. Very happy with not only working with the yarn, but how soft it is knitting up.

MALABRIGO YARN RIOS

A delight to knit with. Makes a nice soft fabric that shows stitch definition.

Lovely to work with

I enjoyed working with this Malabrigo yarn. I crocheted a beanie as requested by my granddaughter. I normally knit but this was a special request. The cap turned out beautiful, comfy and feels wonderful.

Perfect for my sweater project.

Nice shop. Had exactly what I was looking for. 🤩

Beautiful

This yarn is so vibrant and soft! I’ll be returning for more soon!

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Malabrigo Yarn Rios

Why Wool Yarn Like Malabrigo Rios Makes Every Stitch Pop

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