Arroyo, by Malabrigo
Let's have a look today at Arroyo, by Malabrigo.
Arroyo is a soft and sturdy plied sport-weight yarn that has become a favorite among knitters! It’s perfect for those everyday lightweight (but warm) garments, and the superwash wool means it’s easy to take care of. The plies help resist pilling and washability makes it fantastic for frequently-worn garments, and since it’s super soft and great for next-to-the-skin wear it's perfect for children and baby clothes.
Arroyo is a soft and sturdy plied sport-weight yarn that has become a favorite among knitters! It’s perfect for those everyday lightweight (but warm) garments, and the superwash wool means it’s easy to take care of. The plies help resist pilling and washability makes it fantastic for frequently-worn garments, and since it’s super soft and great for next-to-the-skin wear it's perfect for children and baby clothes.
Many are familiar with its bigger sister, the worsted weight Rios. The essential difference between these two yarns is their thickness. While the Rios is right in the middle of weights, the Arroyo is a bit thinner, which is perfect for summer evenings. While Rios means "rivers" in Spanish, Arroyo means "creek!"
Many talented designers have used Arroyo for inspiration in their sport-weight patterns.
Here is the Doo Wop by Lisa Hannes. Big colour blocks, garter stripes and a graphic mosaic motif create a fascinating interplay of 3 colours & different textures in this eyecatching triangular shawl. Some tassels at the tips give this item a fun finish.
Many talented designers have used Arroyo for inspiration in their sport-weight patterns.
Here is the Doo Wop by Lisa Hannes. Big colour blocks, garter stripes and a graphic mosaic motif create a fascinating interplay of 3 colours & different textures in this eyecatching triangular shawl. Some tassels at the tips give this item a fun finish.
A scalloping cowl lets you hang on to the days on the beach even in stormy weathers.
Scalloping, by Mia Rinde, is a cowl adjustable in length and width. It has a cute shell pattern made from twisted stitches, yarn overs and decreases and a few intense but beautiful wrapped stitches.
Malabrigo is a family-owned yarn company located in Uruguay and they have developed a line of hand-dyed yarns of more than 300 wonderful color variations which are inspired by nature, landscapes, places, art and everyday life.
Scalloping, by Mia Rinde, is a cowl adjustable in length and width. It has a cute shell pattern made from twisted stitches, yarn overs and decreases and a few intense but beautiful wrapped stitches.
Malabrigo is a family-owned yarn company located in Uruguay and they have developed a line of hand-dyed yarns of more than 300 wonderful color variations which are inspired by nature, landscapes, places, art and everyday life.
In the Flowing Hat and Mittens by Mone Drager, twisted single rib cables that seem to swing to and fro in a rhythmic way remind you of waves caused by the current in a stream. This is a great unisex pattern with a snug and super cosy fit.
Below are the Torrential Mitts by Sarah Abram. These sideways-knit mitts, when worked in hand-dyed, variegated yarn like Arroyo, give the illusion of paint dripping down your arms, while still boasting a sweet picot detail.
And lastly, here's the Askews Me Shawl by Stephen West. This top-down shawl is knit in two-color brioche stitch. The asymmetrical shape features half of a chevron that slants the ribbing to one side.
Note how this sample is done in black and white and despite Malabrigo's fame for their color, Arroyo was still chosen, which seems a testament to this yarn's fundamental high quality of construction and ease to work with.
Note how this sample is done in black and white and despite Malabrigo's fame for their color, Arroyo was still chosen, which seems a testament to this yarn's fundamental high quality of construction and ease to work with.
The Stats:
Arroyo, by Malabrigo
100% Superwash merino wool
Sport weight
100g/335yd
20-22 sts = 4" (10cm)
Machine wash gentle, cold water. Do not tumble.
Arroyo, by Malabrigo
100% Superwash merino wool
Sport weight
100g/335yd
20-22 sts = 4" (10cm)
Machine wash gentle, cold water. Do not tumble.
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