Is Malabrigo Rios machine washable?

Yes. It is superwash merino, so it can be machine washed on a gentle cycle. Most knitters still dry it flat to keep shape.

What weight and gauge is Rios?

It is a worsted-weight yarn. Most knitters get about 18 to 22 stitches per 4 inches on US 6 to 8 needles, so swatch first.

Each skein is 3.5 oz, roughly 210 yards, enough for a hat or part of a sweater.

Yes. The softness and washability suit baby garments, though hand-dyed colors should be checked for bleeding first.

Rios is the superwash version. Worsted Merino is hand-wash only but often feels slightly softer and blooms more.

Not always. Buy all skeins for a project together and alternate them to blend lot differences.

At eBay, for $15.00, as of our latest check.

7 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Wool and Company, Knit Knot & Natter, Our Yarn Studio, Yarn and You.

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