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Machine-Washable Yarn & Superwash Wool

Machine-washable yarns provide the ultimate flexibility for your fiber artistry, making project care entirely worry-free. Whether you are crocheting a soft baby blanket, knitting a daily-wear sweater, or weaving a gift for someone who values convenience, easy-care yarn is the perfect choice for high-use items. From superwash wools that won't felt to high-quality synthetic blends, these fibers are designed to withstand the laundry while maintaining their shape and softness. Explore our selection and create beautiful pieces that are as practical as they are stunning.
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Discontinued Katia United Cotton Yarn - Cotton Worsted 29 options
Katia United Cotton Yarn - Cotton Worsted

100% Cotton, 47yds (43m)/25g (0.88oz), Worsted

$3.95
Out of Stock Rowan Felted Tweed Aran Yarn - Wool Aran 29 options
Rowan Felted Tweed Aran Yarn - Wool Aran

50% Wool 25% Alpaca 25% Viscose, 95yds (87m)/50g (1.76oz), Aran

$16.80
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport Wave Yarn 17 options
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport Wave Yarn

100% Wool, 273yds (250m)/100g (3.53oz), Sport

$14.70
Out of Stock Lang Yarns Cloud Yarn - Merino Wool Chunky 14 options
Lang Yarns Cloud Yarn - Merino Wool Chunky

90% Merino Wool 10% Nylon, 284yds (260m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$30.00
SALE Paintbox Yarns Wool Blend Worsted Yarn - Acrylic Worsted 30 options
Paintbox Yarns Wool Blend Worsted Yarn - Acrylic Worsted

75% Acrylic 25% Wool, 219yds (200m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$4.73
$6.75
SALE Cascade Yarns Sarasota Worsted Yarn - Cotton Worsted 38 options
Cascade Yarns Sarasota Worsted Yarn - Cotton Worsted

60% Cotton 40% Acrylic, 208yds (190m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$3.50
$7.00
Manos del Uruguay Franca Yarn - Superwash Merino Super Chunky 42 options
Manos del Uruguay Franca Yarn - Superwash Merino Super Chunky

100% Merino Wool, 114yds (104m)/150g (5.29oz), Super Bulky

$44.00
Discontinued Berroco Meraki Yarn - Cotton DK 16 options
Berroco Meraki Yarn - Cotton DK

71% Cotton 24% Hemp 5% Polyester, 131yds (120m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$8.00
Out of Stock Cascade Yarns Sarasota Yarn - Cotton DK 66 options
Cascade Yarns Sarasota Yarn - Cotton DK

60% Cotton 40% Acrylic, 314yds (287m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$8.30
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Grande Yarn - Wool Chunky 36 options
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Grande Yarn - Wool Chunky

100% Wool, 220yds (201m)/200g (7.06oz), Bulky

$23.50
Out of Stock Lana Grossa Linea Pura Solo Lino Yarn - Viscose Sport 40 options
Lana Grossa Linea Pura Solo Lino Yarn - Viscose Sport

80% Viscose 20% Linen, 131yds (120m)/50g (1.76oz), Sport

$9.50
Out of Stock Lamana Milano Yarn - Merino Wool 3 Ply 32 options
Lamana Milano Yarn - Merino Wool 3 Ply

90% Merino Wool 10% Cashmere, 197yds (180m)/25g (0.88oz), Light Fingering

$13.99
Out of Stock Wonderland Yarns Mary Ann Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply 15 options
Wonderland Yarns Mary Ann Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply

85% Merino Wool 15% Nylon, 475yds (434m)/115g (4.06oz), Fingering

$28.00
Out of Stock Fibra Natura Donnina Yarn - Superwash Merino DK 19 options
Fibra Natura Donnina Yarn - Superwash Merino DK

100% Merino Wool, 180yds (165m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$9.00
Paintbox Yarns Wool Blend DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 30 options
Paintbox Yarns Wool Blend DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

75% Acrylic 25% Wool, 284yds (260m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$6.75
Out of Stock Universal Yarn Deluxe DK Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool DK 22 options
Universal Yarn Deluxe DK Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool DK

100% Wool, 283yds (259m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$11.25
Out of Stock Cascade Yarns Cotton Sox Yarn - Cotton Sport 30 options
Cascade Yarns Cotton Sox Yarn - Cotton Sport

89% Cotton 11% Nylon, 433yds (396m)/100g (3.53oz), Sport

$11.00
Discontinued Regia 4-Ply Design Line by Arne & Carlos Yarn - Wool 4 Ply 3 options
Regia 4-Ply Design Line by Arne & Carlos Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

75% Wool 25% Polyamide, 459yds (420m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$20.50
SALE MillaMia Naturally Soft Aran Yarn - Merino Wool Aran 40 options
MillaMia Naturally Soft Aran Yarn - Merino Wool Aran

100% Merino Wool, 87yds (80m)/50g (1.76oz), Aran

$7.70
$11.00
Out of Stock Lang Yarns Snowflake Yarn - Cotton Worsted 9 options
Lang Yarns Snowflake Yarn - Cotton Worsted

47% Cotton 42% Alpaca 7% Nylon 4% Wool, 126yds (115m)/50g (1.76oz), Worsted

$18.00
Out of Stock Lamana Como Yarn - Superwash Merino DK 45 options
Lamana Como Yarn - Superwash Merino DK

100% Merino Wool, 131yds (120m)/25g (0.88oz), DK | Light Worsted

$11.99
Discontinued Regia Premium Merino Yak (4 Ply) Yarn - Wool 4 Ply 13 options
Regia Premium Merino Yak (4 Ply) Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

58% Wool 28% Polyamide 14% Yak, 437yds (400m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$28.00
Malabrigo Metamorphosis Sock Merino 4 Ply Yarn - Superwash Merino 4 Ply 11 options
Malabrigo Metamorphosis Sock Merino 4 Ply Yarn - Superwash Merino 4 Ply

100% Merino Wool, 400yds (366m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$24.00
SALE Debbie Bliss Piper Yarn - Cotton DK 20 options
Debbie Bliss Piper Yarn - Cotton DK

50% Cotton 50% Viscose, 219yds (200m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$7.35
$10.50
Cascade Yarns Botanika Yarn - Cotton Sport 16 options
Cascade Yarns Botanika Yarn - Cotton Sport

100% Cotton, 328yds (300m)/100g (3.53oz), Sport

$12.50
Discontinued Debbie Bliss Eco Baby Wool Yarn - Wool Sport 16 options
Debbie Bliss Eco Baby Wool Yarn - Wool Sport

100% Wool, 136yds (124m)/50g (1.76oz), Sport

$10.00
Willow & Lark Ramble Yarn - Wool DK 37 options
Willow & Lark Ramble Yarn - Wool DK

100% Wool, 137yds (125m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$8.00
Cascade Yarns Pandamonium Yarn - Cotton DK 43 options
Cascade Yarns Pandamonium Yarn - Cotton DK

55% Cotton 45% Viscose, 273yds (250m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$8.50
Out of Stock Deramores Studio Organic Cotton DK Yarn - Cotton DK 21 options
Deramores Studio Organic Cotton DK Yarn - Cotton DK

100% Cotton, 115yds (105m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$3.75
SALE Debbie Bliss Rialto 4 Ply Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply 43 options
Debbie Bliss Rialto 4 Ply Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply

100% Merino Wool, 197yds (180m)/50g (1.76oz), Fingering

$8.25
$11.00
Out of Stock Plymouth Yarn Encore Chunky Colorspun Yarn - Acrylic Chunky 5 options
Plymouth Yarn Encore Chunky Colorspun Yarn - Acrylic Chunky

75% Acrylic 25% Wool, 143yds (131m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$7.99
SALE Queensland Collection Coastal Cotton Yarn - Cotton Worsted 30 options
Queensland Collection Coastal Cotton Yarn - Cotton Worsted

100% Cotton, 185yds (169m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$6.36
$7.95
SALE Berroco Wizard Yarn - Superwash Merino Chunky 13 options
Berroco Wizard Yarn - Superwash Merino Chunky

85% Merino Wool 15% Nylon, 262yds (240m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$20.00
$25.00
Out of Stock Universal Yarn Uptown Super Bulky Yarn - Acrylic Super Chunky 24 options
Universal Yarn Uptown Super Bulky Yarn - Acrylic Super Chunky

100% Acrylic, 87yds (80m)/100g (3.53oz), Super Bulky

$7.00
Out of Stock Plymouth Yarn Coffee Beenz Yarn - Acrylic Worsted 17 options
Plymouth Yarn Coffee Beenz Yarn - Acrylic Worsted

75% Acrylic 25% Wool, 212yds (194m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$7.99
SALE Debbie Bliss Rialto Aran Yarn - Merino Wool Aran 16 options
Debbie Bliss Rialto Aran Yarn - Merino Wool Aran

100% Merino Wool, 85yds (78m)/50g (1.76oz), Aran

$8.25
$11.00
Out of Stock Schoppel Wolle Zauberball Cotton Yarn - Cotton 4 Ply 12 options
Schoppel Wolle Zauberball Cotton Yarn - Cotton 4 Ply

100% Cotton, 459yds (420m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$22.50
SALE Juniper Moon Farm Beatrix Yarn - Merino Wool Chunky 24 options
Juniper Moon Farm Beatrix Yarn - Merino Wool Chunky

54% Merino Wool 30% Angora 16% Nylon, 109yds (100m)/50g (1.76oz), Bulky

$17.56
$21.95
Out of Stock Universal Yarn Wool Pop Yarn - Bamboo DK 30 options
Universal Yarn Wool Pop Yarn - Bamboo DK

50% Bamboo 35% Wool 15% Polyamide, 284yds (260m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$15.00
Discontinued Regia 6-Ply Design Line by Arne & Carlos Yarn - Wool DK 12 options
Regia 6-Ply Design Line by Arne & Carlos Yarn - Wool DK

75% Virgin Wool 25% Polyamide, 410yds (375m)/60g (2.12oz), DK | Light Worsted

$25.60
Out of Stock SweetGeorgia Party of Five Tough Love Sock Mini-Skein Set Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply 21 options
SweetGeorgia Party of Five Tough Love Sock Mini-Skein Set Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply

80% Merino Wool 20% Nylon, 525yds (480m)/28g (0.99oz), Fingering

$44.00
Discontinued Lana Grossa Meilenweit 50 Merino Hand-Dyed Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply 6 options
Lana Grossa Meilenweit 50 Merino Hand-Dyed Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply

80% Merino Wool 20% Polyamide, 460yds (421m)/50g (1.76oz), Fingering

$21.99
Out of Stock Rowan Sock Yarn - Wool 4 Ply 12 options
Rowan Sock Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

75% Wool 25% Polyamide, 437yds (400m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$11.25
$22.50
SALE Paintbox Yarns Baby DK Yarn - Nylon DK 25 options
Paintbox Yarns Baby DK Yarn - Nylon DK

55% Nylon 45% Acrylic, 183yds (167m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$3.50
$5.00
Out of Stock Wonderland Yarns Cheshire Cat 8-Skein Pack Yarn - Superwash Merino 4 Ply 5 options
Wonderland Yarns Cheshire Cat 8-Skein Pack Yarn - Superwash Merino 4 Ply

100% Merino Wool, 128yds (117m)/454g (16.01oz), Fingering

$66.00 - $70.00
Out of Stock Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Superwash 58 options
Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Superwash

100% Wool, 219yds (200m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$11.25
Discontinued Lana Grossa Hand Dyed Meilenweit 50 Merino Jam Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply 8 options
Lana Grossa Hand Dyed Meilenweit 50 Merino Jam Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply

80% Merino Wool 20% Polyamide, 460yds (421m)/50g (1.76oz), Fingering

$21.99
Debbie Bliss Dulcie Yarn - Cotton Chunky 13 options
Debbie Bliss Dulcie Yarn - Cotton Chunky

47% Cotton 47% Acrylic 6% Nylon, 82yds (75m)/50g (1.76oz), Bulky

$8.00
Out of Stock Lang Linello Yarn - Linen Worsted 17 options
Lang Linello Yarn - Linen Worsted

40% Linen 32% Cotton 28% Viscose, 306yds (280m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$14.70
$21.00
Out of Stock Ella Rae Watercolors Yarn - Cotton DK 13 options
Ella Rae Watercolors Yarn - Cotton DK

100% Cotton, 263yds (240m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$19.95
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What Makes Yarn Machine-Washable?

What Makes Yarn Machine-Washable?

For many makers, the term Superwash wool is a game-changer. This specialized process removes the tiny scales from wool fibers (or coats them in a microscopic polymer) to prevent them from interlocking and felting when agitated in a washing machine. This allows you to enjoy the warmth and elasticity of natural wool with the convenience of modern cleaning. Beyond wool, we also offer acrylic yarn blends and cotton mixes that are naturally hardy and perfect for those with sensitive skin or wool allergies.

Best Projects for Easy-Care Yarn

When should you reach for a washable knitting yarn?

  • Baby Clothes & Blankets: New parents rarely have time for hand-washing. Using a machine-washable fiber ensures your gift remains a cherished, usable item.
  • Socks: Constant friction and moisture require frequent cleaning. Our superwash sock yarns are reinforced for durability and easy laundering.
  • Everyday Sweaters: For garments that will be part of a heavy rotation, a blend that can handle a gentle cycle ensures your handiwork stays fresh and pill-free.

Pro-Tips for Laundering Your Handmade Knits

Even though these yarns are "safe to wash," longevity depends on the details. We always recommend washing your projects in a mesh laundry bag to prevent snagging on zippers or buttons. While many of our synthetic and superwash blends can handle a low-heat dryer, laying flat to air-dry is still the best way to maintain stitch definition and garment shape over time. Always check the specific care instructions on the yarn label for the best results.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Superwash wool real wool?

Yes! Superwash wool is 100% natural wool that has been treated to make it machine-washable. It retains all the wonderful properties of traditional wool—like breathability and warmth—but it will not felt or shrink when washed on a gentle cycle.

Can machine-washable yarn go in the dryer?

It depends on the specific fiber blend. Many machine-washable cottons and acrylics are dryer-safe on low heat. However, for many superwash wools, we recommend air-drying to prevent the fibers from thinning out or losing their "bounce" over time.

What is the best machine-washable yarn for a baby blanket?

For baby items, we recommend a cotton-acrylic blend or a high-quality superwash merino. These fibers are incredibly soft against sensitive skin, hypoallergenic, and can survive the frequent washings that baby items inevitably require.

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