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Malabrigo Silky Merino
Malabrigo Silky Merino is a dreamy blend of merino and silk in Malabrigo's stunning colors. Create luxurious garments and cozy, yet sophisticated accessories with Malabrigo Silky Merino. Made in Uruguay.
Please note: Malabrigo Silky Merino is produced in dye lots of 10. Any order for more than 10 skeins will be of mixed dye lots.
- Content:
- 51% Silk/49% Merino Wool
- Care:
- Hand Wash
- Weight/Yardage:
- 50g/150yd
- Gauge:
- 5.5-6 sts = 1" on US 4-6
- Knitting Weight:
- DK
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 16 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
89%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Soft (10)
- Good weight (9)
- Nice texture (7)
- Knits quickly (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves (9)
- Hats (6)
- Sweaters (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (5), Artist (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)
Most Liked Positive Review
great yarn - perfect for next-to-skin
I'm using this for a moebius shawl. The project has been tossed around for a couple of years. The yarn felts with work (it's about 1/2 silk) so I can do spit-joins ...Read complete review
I'm using this for a moebius shawl. The project has been tossed around for a couple of years. The yarn felts with work (it's about 1/2 silk) so I can do spit-joins but it hasn't compacted while I've made it wait.
The pattern is a garter stitch with simple lace at intervals (from a Cat Bordhi pattern). Although a single, it shows the stitches well. I find it easy to knit (I'm using a size 7 Addi Turbo Lace needle). The yarn does not have a tendency to split; it flows easily through my fingers and around the needles. I like the way its multi colors display; there is no striping (an effect I didn't want), and the "pooling" is small - maybe a two-row "pool" (I like pooling, but only on the right project and this isn't it).
I fully intend to work with it again. I think a new knitter could use it, as I don't find it takes any particular consideration.
The only "con" (and I don't think of it that way) is that I don't think I'd use it for a felting project - but there are plenty of yarns to use for felting and, given the next-to-skin softness of this yarn, I would rather use it for shawls, hats, scarves, and perhaps sweaters.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Nice, but not a favorite
The color I purchased was very nice, but MUCH different from what I expected from the picture! I was a bit disappointed in the feel....it is soft, but no where near ...Read complete review
The color I purchased was very nice, but MUCH different from what I expected from the picture! I was a bit disappointed in the feel....it is soft, but no where near as soft as I had expected from a yarn with this much silk! The stitch definition is OK, but not great.
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Pros
- Soft
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
Comments about Malabrigo Silky Merino:
I used this for a crocheted moebius. It worked up beautifully.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Scarves
Comments about Malabrigo Silky Merino:
I was pleasantly surprised my yarn came so quickly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
Comments about Malabrigo Silky Merino:
I made a beautiful and very soft cowl with this yarn
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- I Love The Drape Of This
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Malabrigo Silky Merino:
I've knitted serveral shawls using this yarn. I love the color ways and the feel of this yearn.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
- Skeins Can Vary
Best Uses
- Scarves
Comments about Malabrigo Silky Merino:
skeins can vary quite a bit
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Good Weight
- Hides Mistakes
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
Comments about Malabrigo Silky Merino:
I'm planning to knit a t-shirt type sweater for myself, as soon as I finish the scarf, and 5 other half-finished projects.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
Cons
- Hard to wind
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Malabrigo Silky Merino:
The color I purchased was very nice, but MUCH different from what I expected from the picture! I was a bit disappointed in the feel....it is soft, but no where near as soft as I had expected from a yarn with this much silk! The stitch definition is OK, but not great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Inconsistant colors
- Odd smell
Best Uses
Comments about Malabrigo Silky Merino:
I haven't had a chance to work with it yet but this yarn is beautiful and soft. there are however some things to keep in mind about it. For one thing the colors won't always be exactly as you expect. I ordered too skeins of archangel and neither of them included the dark blue or olive green colors it's supposed to have along with the reds, yellows, and purples (also note the photos on this site don't give the best idea of the colors, if you look on MR. Yarn they have photos of full skeins to give you a better idea) While they're still beautiful, it wasn't quite what I wanted. My yarn also has a slight vinegary smell, like you sometimes get with clothes you order online. It's not that bad, and I'm sure it would come out with washing, but it's something to take note of.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Malabrigo Silky Merino:
Absolutely scrumptious! Love the colouring, which shifts cleanly, doesn't pool. It absolutely glides through your fingers. I'm allergic to wool, but this yarn I can even wear next to my face. I'm impatiently awaiting a couple of backordered colours to continue my jacket, but it's worth the wait!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Malabrigo Silky Merino:
I'm using this for a moebius shawl. The project has been tossed around for a couple of years. The yarn felts with work (it's about 1/2 silk) so I can do spit-joins but it hasn't compacted while I've made it wait.
The pattern is a garter stitch with simple lace at intervals (from a Cat Bordhi pattern). Although a single, it shows the stitches well. I find it easy to knit (I'm using a size 7 Addi Turbo Lace needle). The yarn does not have a tendency to split; it flows easily through my fingers and around the needles. I like the way its multi colors display; there is no striping (an effect I didn't want), and the "pooling" is small - maybe a two-row "pool" (I like pooling, but only on the right project and this isn't it).
I fully intend to work with it again. I think a new knitter could use it, as I don't find it takes any particular consideration.
The only "con" (and I don't think of it that way) is that I don't think I'd use it for a felting project - but there are plenty of yarns to use for felting and, given the next-to-skin softness of this yarn, I would rather use it for shawls, hats, scarves, and perhaps sweaters.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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