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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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Stylecraft ReLove Yarn - Acrylic Aran 8 options
Stylecraft ReLove Yarn - Acrylic Aran

80% Acrylic 20% Wool, 241yds (220m)/100g (3.53oz), Aran

$5.99
Lion Brand Feels Like Butta Yarn - Polyester Aran 13 options
Lion Brand Feels Like Butta Yarn - Polyester Aran

100% Polyester, 218yds (199m)/100g (3.53oz), Aran

$4.99
Paintbox Yarns Simply Super Chunky 5 Ball Color Pack Yarn - Acrylic Super Chunky 5 options
Paintbox Yarns Simply Super Chunky 5 Ball Color Pack Yarn - Acrylic Super Chunky

100% Acrylic, 328yds (300m)/500g (17.64oz), Super Bulky

$25.00
Out of Stock Stylecraft Sweet Dreams DK Yarn - Acrylic DK
Stylecraft Sweet Dreams DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

100% Acrylic, 301yds (275m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$7.79
King Cole Fashion Aran 400g Yarn - Acrylic Aran 15 options
King Cole Fashion Aran 400g Yarn - Acrylic Aran

70% Acrylic 30% Wool, 793yds (725m)/400g (14.11oz), Aran

$15.99
Lion Brand Jeans Yarn - Acrylic Worsted 7 options
Lion Brand Jeans Yarn - Acrylic Worsted

100% Acrylic, 246yds (225m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$6.99
West Yorkshire Spinners Morris DK Yarn - Wool DK 17 options
West Yorkshire Spinners Morris DK Yarn - Wool DK

100% Wool, 122yds (112m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$13.50
Discontinued Regia Cotton Color Springtime Mood Yarn - Cotton 4 Ply
Regia Cotton Color Springtime Mood Yarn - Cotton 4 Ply

72% Cotton 18% Polyamide 10% Polyester, 459yds (420m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$20.50
Stylecraft Soft Baby Easy Stripes Yarn - Acrylic DK 8 options
Stylecraft Soft Baby Easy Stripes Yarn - Acrylic DK

50% Acrylic 50% Polyamide, 322yds (294m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$6.49
Rowan Baby Cashsoft Worsted Yarn - Merino Wool Worsted 12 options
Rowan Baby Cashsoft Worsted Yarn - Merino Wool Worsted

57% Merino Wool 33% Acrylic 10% Cashmere, 82yds (75m)/50g (1.76oz), Worsted

$13.00
Stylecraft Special Aran with Wool Nepp Yarn - Acrylic Aran 10 options
Stylecraft Special Aran with Wool Nepp Yarn - Acrylic Aran

80% Acrylic 20% Wool, 892yds (816m)/400g (14.11oz), Aran

$19.19
King Cole Zigzag 4Ply Yarn - Wool 4 Ply 3 options
King Cole Zigzag 4Ply Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

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

$14.23
Out of Stock King Cole Opium Yarn - Cotton Chunky
King Cole Opium Yarn - Cotton Chunky

54% Cotton 42% Acrylic 4% Polyamide, 273yds (250m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$9.20
Out of Stock Stylecraft Wonderland Chunky Yarn - Acrylic Chunky 3 options
Stylecraft Wonderland Chunky Yarn - Acrylic Chunky

99% Acrylic 1% Polyester, 208yds (190m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$9.39
Discontinued Jody Long My Little Sunshine Yarn - Cotton Sport
Jody Long My Little Sunshine Yarn - Cotton Sport

60% Cotton 40% Acrylic, 360yds (329m)/100g (3.53oz), Sport

$10.00
Discontinued Lana Grossa Mosaico Yarn - Cotton Worsted
Lana Grossa Mosaico Yarn - Cotton Worsted

54% Cotton 23% Linen 23% Viscose, 295yds (270m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$12.79
Malabrigo Caracol On Black Yarn - Merino Super Chunky 7 options
Malabrigo Caracol On Black Yarn - Merino Super Chunky

100% Merino Wool, 90yds (82m)/150g (5.29oz), Super Bulky

$25.75
Stylecraft Easy Fair Isle Effect Aran Yarn - Acrylic Aran 5 options
Stylecraft Easy Fair Isle Effect Aran Yarn - Acrylic Aran

100% Acrylic, 262yds (240m)/100g (3.53oz), Aran

$8.39
Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Aran 5 Ball Color Pack Yarn - Wool Aran 7 options
Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Aran 5 Ball Color Pack Yarn - Wool Aran

50% Wool 50% Acrylic, 984yds (900m)/500g (17.64oz), Aran

$47.50
Out of Stock Lana Grossa Gomitolo Selezione 2 Yarn - Cotton DK
Lana Grossa Gomitolo Selezione 2 Yarn - Cotton DK

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

$16.50
King Cole Tropical Beaches DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 6 options
King Cole Tropical Beaches DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

100% Acrylic, 558yds (510m)/200g (7.06oz), DK | Light Worsted

$22.14
Discontinued Lana Grossa Meilenweit 100 Santa Fe Yarn - Wool 4 Ply
Lana Grossa Meilenweit 100 Santa Fe Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

80% Virgin Wool 20% Polyamide, 460yds (421m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$13.99
Stylecraft Baby Sparkle DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 2 options
Stylecraft Baby Sparkle DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

98% Acrylic 2% Synthetic, 243yds (222m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$6.09
King Cole Big Value Tweed DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 17 options
King Cole Big Value Tweed DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

98% Acrylic 2% Viscose, 317yds (290m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$6.34
King Cole Luxury Merino DK Yarn - Merino Wool DK 6 options
King Cole Luxury Merino DK Yarn - Merino Wool DK

100% Merino Wool, 153yds (140m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$10.47
Discontinued Universal Yarn Bella Pom Pom
Universal Yarn Bella Pom Pom

78% Polyamide 22% Polyester, 334yds (305m)/50g (1.76oz), Lace | 2 Ply

$5.60
Stylecraft Bella Bella Yarn - Acrylic Chunky 6 options
Stylecraft Bella Bella Yarn - Acrylic Chunky

100% Acrylic, 159yds (145m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$8.59
Discontinued Mrs. Moon Pudding Yarn - Merino Wool Sport
Mrs. Moon Pudding Yarn - Merino Wool Sport

80% Merino Wool 20% Baby Alpaca, 68yds (62m)/25g (0.88oz), Sport

$6.99
SALE King Cole Nordic Chunky Yarn - Acrylic Chunky 14 options
King Cole Nordic Chunky Yarn - Acrylic Chunky

80% Acrylic 20% Merino Wool, 219yds (200m)/150g (5.29oz), Bulky

$9.53
$13.61
Paintbox Yarns Simply DK 10 Ball Color Pack Yarn 28 options
Paintbox Yarns Simply DK 10 Ball Color Pack Yarn

100% Acrylic, 302yds (276m)/1000g (35.27oz), DK | Light Worsted

$42.50
Stylecraft Chromatic DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 8 options
Stylecraft Chromatic DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

80% Acrylic 20% Wool, 339yds (310m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$9.09
Out of Stock Sirdar Wild Yarn - Nylon Super Chunky 2 options
Sirdar Wild Yarn - Nylon Super Chunky

56% Nylon 44% Polyester, 62yds (57m)/50g (1.76oz), Super Bulky

$6.20
King Cole Super Yummy Yarn - Polyester Super Chunky 5 options
King Cole Super Yummy Yarn - Polyester Super Chunky

100% Polyester, 44yds (40m)/100g (3.53oz), Super Bulky

$9.54
Discontinued Camp Color CC Bulky Yarn - Merino Wool Chunky
Camp Color CC Bulky Yarn - Merino Wool Chunky

100% Merino Wool, 75yds (69m)/50g (1.76oz), Bulky

$15.00
Out of Stock Stylecraft Special for Babies Aran Yarn - Acrylic Aran 5 options
Stylecraft Special for Babies Aran Yarn - Acrylic Aran

100% Acrylic, 201yds (184m)/100g (3.53oz), Aran

$4.79
King Cole Camouflage Yarn - Acrylic DK 4 options
King Cole Camouflage Yarn - Acrylic DK

100% Acrylic, 312yds (285m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$9.79
Stylecraft Batik Swirl DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 7 options
Stylecraft Batik Swirl DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

80% Acrylic 20% Wool, 601yds (550m)/200g (7.06oz), DK | Light Worsted

$18.89
Discontinued Lana Grossa 100 Cotton Bamboo Cecilia Yarn - Cotton 4 Ply
Lana Grossa 100 Cotton Bamboo Cecilia Yarn - Cotton 4 Ply

40% Cotton 25% Wool 20% Viscose 8% Polyamide, 459yds (420m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$15.99
Discontinued Lang Liza Yarn - Rayon Sport
Lang Liza Yarn - Rayon Sport

70% Rayon 20% Merino Wool 10% Silk, 180yds (165m)/50g (1.76oz), Sport

$15.00
Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK 5 Ball Ombre Color Pack Yarn 5 options
Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK 5 Ball Ombre Color Pack Yarn

100% Cotton, 684yds (625m)/250g (8.82oz), DK | Light Worsted

$20.33
Out of Stock Universal Yarns Uni Merino Yarn - Superwash Merino 4 Ply
Universal Yarns Uni Merino Yarn - Superwash Merino 4 Ply

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

$13.00
Out of Stock King Cole Summer 4Ply Yarn - Bamboo 4 Ply 2 options
King Cole Summer 4Ply Yarn - Bamboo 4 Ply

55% Bamboo 37% Cotton 8% Other, 492yds (450m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$13.62
Out of Stock Hayfield Bonanza Yarn - Acrylic Chunky 2 options
Hayfield Bonanza Yarn - Acrylic Chunky

100% Acrylic, 647yds (592m)/400g (14.11oz), Bulky

$29.25
Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK 10 Ball Color Pack Yarn - Cotton DK 27 options
Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK 10 Ball Color Pack Yarn - Cotton DK

100% Cotton, 1367yds (1250m)/500g (17.64oz), DK | Light Worsted

$37.50
King Cole Crescendo Aran Yarn - Acrylic Aran 8 options
King Cole Crescendo Aran Yarn - Acrylic Aran

100% Acrylic, 241yds (220m)/100g (3.53oz), Aran

$8.07
Stylecraft Highland Heathers Aran Yarn - Acrylic Aran 7 options
Stylecraft Highland Heathers Aran Yarn - Acrylic Aran

100% Acrylic, 201yds (184m)/100g (3.53oz), Aran

$5.99
Out of Stock Katia Varanasi Yarn - Wool DK
Katia Varanasi Yarn - Wool DK

52% Wool 48% Acrylic, 524yds (479m)/150g (5.29oz), DK | Light Worsted

$29.95
King Cole Cotton Top DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 5 options
King Cole Cotton Top DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

78% Acrylic 22% Cotton, 284yds (260m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$7.80
Stylecraft That Colour Vibe Yarn - Acrylic Chunky 2 options
Stylecraft That Colour Vibe Yarn - Acrylic Chunky

85% Acrylic 15% Wool, 87yds (80m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$8.99
King Cole Fruitilicious Yarn - Polyester varied 8 options
King Cole Fruitilicious Yarn - Polyester varied

100% Polyester, 87yds (80m)/100g (3.53oz), Varied

$9.87
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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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