Malabrigo Sock Fortaleza Knitting Yarn

Knitting yarn. Malabrigo Sock is a soft, smoothly spun yarn made from 100% merino wool with a superwash treatment. It is lightweight, gentle on the skin, and comfortable to wear — suitable not only for socks but also for shawls, scarves, lightweight garments, and baby projects. Thanks to the superwash finish, it is easy to care for and ideal for everyday use.

Each skein is hand‑dyed in small batches, giving your project a unique, artisanal character. It is recommended to purchase enough yarn for the entire project, as dye lots vary and skeins may differ from one another. Slight variations may also occur within the same batch. For even colour distribution, work alternately with two skeins, switching every few rows.

Sock yarn is a true delight for the feet, yet it is especially popular for shawls and scarves. It is available in a wide range of shades and colour compositions that stand out beautifully in shawls, lightweight garments, and precise textured stitch patterns.

• Composition: 100% superwash merino wool
• Weight: 100 g
• Length: 402 m
• Thickness: 1 – Light Fingering – fine
• Recommended needle size: 2.25–3.25 mm
• Recommended hook size: 2.25–3.5 mm
• Gauge: 32 sts = 10 cm
• Care: machine wash on gentle cycle, cold water; do not tumble dry; lay flat to dry
• Best for: lace, shawls, scarves, lightweight garments, baby projects, gloves