Malabrigo is a Uruguayan yarn company that produces yarn made of high-quality merino wool. The company's yarns are known for being incredibly soft, with rich, hand-dyed colors. Malabrigo is committed to sustainability and ethical practices, as well as supporting local Uruguayan artisans.
Malabrigo was founded in 2005 by siblings Tobias and Antonio Federici.
The company started with just a few hand-dyed skeins of yarn, which they sold at local craft fairs in Uruguay.
Today, Malabrigo is one of the leading yarn companies in the world, with its products sold in yarn stores and online retailers around the globe.
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Rios is Malabrigo's most popular yarn, made from 100% superwash merino wool. It's a worsted weight yarn that comes in a wide array of rich, hand-dyed colors.
Sock is a fingering weight yarn made from superwash merino wool and nylon. It's a durable yarn that's great for socks, but can also be used for shawls and other accessories.
Arroyo is a sport weight yarn made from 100% superwash merino wool. It's a versatile yarn that's great for sweaters, shawls, and other garments.
Malabrigo yarn is made in Uruguay.
Malabrigo uses a variety of dyeing techniques, including hand painting and kettle dyeing, to create its unique colors.
Yes, Malabrigo is committed to sustainability and ethical practices in its production process.
Malabrigo Rios is a great yarn for sweaters, scarves, hats, and other accessories. It's also a great choice for colorwork projects.
Most Malabrigo yarns are hand wash only, but some, like Rios, are superwash and can be machine washed.