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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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Out of Stock Universal Yarn Easel 6 options
Universal Yarn Easel

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

$19.50
Out of Stock Laines Du Nord Infinity Sock 8 options
Laines Du Nord Infinity Sock

75% Wool 25% Nylon, 458yds (419m)/100g (3.53oz), Light Fingering

$24.95
Out of Stock Cascade Yarns Nifty Cotton Effects 12 options
Cascade Yarns Nifty Cotton Effects

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

$9.50
Out of Stock Katia Wow Chunky 14 options
Katia Wow Chunky

75% Acrylic 15% Wool 10% Alpaca, 82yds (75m)/100g (3.53oz), Super Bulky

$12.95
SALE Universal Yarn Uptown Worsted Hues 7 options
Universal Yarn Uptown Worsted Hues

100% Acrylic, 180yds (165m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$7.00
$8.75
Laines Du Nord Watercolor Sock 10 options
Laines Du Nord Watercolor Sock

75% Wool 25% Nylon, 458yds (419m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$24.95
Out of Stock Juniper Moon Farm La Pampa Organic Merino 20 options
Juniper Moon Farm La Pampa Organic Merino

100% Wool, 131yds (120m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$17.99
SALE Berroco Seaspun 11 options
Berroco Seaspun

50% Cotton 50% Polyester, 120yds (110m)/50g (1.76oz), Worsted

$5.50
$10.99
King Cole Homespun Prism DK 12 options
King Cole Homespun Prism DK

23% Polyamide 23% Acrylic 22% Merino Wool 22% Alpaca 10% Viscose, 191yds (175m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$6.69
Out of Stock Gedifra Vivaldi 11 options
Gedifra Vivaldi

100% Cotton, 131yds (120m)/50g (1.76oz), Worsted

$12.00
Queensland Collection Coastal Cotton Ocean Mist 7 options
Queensland Collection Coastal Cotton Ocean Mist

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

$8.95
Out of Stock Wonderland Yarns So Fond of Rainbows in Mad Hatter 3 options
Wonderland Yarns So Fond of Rainbows in Mad Hatter

100% Merino Wool, 1720yds (1573m)/560g (19.75oz), Sport

$168.00
Out of Stock Scheepjes River Washed 22 options
Scheepjes River Washed

78% Cotton 22% Acrylic, 142yds (130m)/50g (1.76oz), Sport

$6.49
Juniper Moon Farm Big Merino Wool 14 options
Juniper Moon Farm Big Merino Wool

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

$18.95
Out of Stock Lang Sakura 16 options
Lang Sakura

46% Cotton 46% Acrylic 8% Nylon, 103yds (94m)/50g (1.76oz), Bulky

$13.50
Tahki Yarns Hatteras Splash 7 options
Tahki Yarns Hatteras Splash

100% Cotton, 109yds (100m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$14.99
Out of Stock Cascade Yarns Anthem Chords 9 options
Cascade Yarns Anthem Chords

100% Acrylic, 186yds (170m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$6.19
SALE Rowan Cotton Revive 10 options
Rowan Cotton Revive

80% Cotton 20% Other, 273yds (250m)/100g (3.53oz), Sport

$8.93
$10.50
Out of Stock Universal Yarn Zesty Sock 6 options
Universal Yarn Zesty Sock

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

$19.50
Lang Yarns Cloud Tweed 8 options
Lang Yarns Cloud Tweed

84% Merino Wool 10% Nylon 6% Baby Alpaca, 284yds (260m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$31.00
SALE Universal Yarn Cotton Supreme Speckles 6 options
Universal Yarn Cotton Supreme Speckles

100% Cotton, 180yds (165m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$9.60
$12.00
Lion Brand Hue & Me 37 options
Lion Brand Hue & Me

80% Acrylic 20% Wool, 137yds (125m)/125g (4.41oz), Bulky

$7.49
Out of Stock Universal Yarn Magnolia 11 options
Universal Yarn Magnolia

95% Modal 5% Cashmere, 361yds (330m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$16.50
Paintbox Yarns Cotton Mix DK 25 options
Paintbox Yarns Cotton Mix DK

50% Cotton 50% Acrylic, 268yds (245m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$6.75
Juniper Moon Farm Fairy Floss 8 options
Juniper Moon Farm Fairy Floss

73% Wool 15% Baby Alpaca 12% Polyamide, 328yds (300m)/100g (3.53oz), Super Bulky

$29.99
SALE Lion Brand Mandala Ombre 14 options
Lion Brand Mandala Ombre

100% Acrylic, 344yds (315m)/150g (5.29oz), Worsted

$6.39
$7.99
SALE Juniper Moon Farm Cotton + Merino 11 options
Juniper Moon Farm Cotton + Merino

70% Cotton 30% Merino Wool, 229yds (209m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$17.56
$21.95
SALE Adriafil Memphis 39 options
Adriafil Memphis

100% Cotton, 241yds (220m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$8.50 - $12.74
$16.99
Out of Stock Regia 4-Ply Arne + Carlos Setesdal Color 6 options
Regia 4-Ply Arne + Carlos Setesdal Color

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

$20.50
Cascade Yarns Pandamonium Multis 14 options
Cascade Yarns Pandamonium Multis

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

$9.00
Out of Stock Cascade Yarns Cotton Puff 9 options
Cascade Yarns Cotton Puff

63% Cotton 37% Nylon, 109yds (100m)/200g (7.06oz), Super Bulky

$18.93
Out of Stock Lana Grossa Gomitolo Meilenweit 10 options
Lana Grossa Gomitolo Meilenweit

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

$18.49
Out of Stock Jody Long Delish 16 options
Jody Long Delish

50% Merino Wool 50% Silk, 232yds (212m)/50g (1.76oz), Lace | 2 Ply

$19.95
Out of Stock Sirdar Snuggly Sweetie 18 options
Sirdar Snuggly Sweetie

100% Polyester, 109yds (100m)/200g (7.06oz), Super Bulky

$16.20
Out of Stock Lana Grossa Meilenweit 100 Merino Extrafine Cosima 10 options
Lana Grossa Meilenweit 100 Merino Extrafine Cosima

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

$16.99
Out of Stock Schoppel Wolle Zauberperlen Cotton 10 options
Schoppel Wolle Zauberperlen Cotton

100% Cotton, 437yds (400m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$27.60
Out of Stock Lang Enya 21 options
Lang Enya

63% Alpaca 37% Nylon, 164yds (150m)/50g (1.76oz), Worsted

$16.75
SALE Berroco Tillie 10 options
Berroco Tillie

62% Cotton 38% Cellulose, 375yds (343m)/100g (3.53oz), Sport

$19.20
$24.00
Out of Stock Cascade Yarns Heritage Wave 9 options
Cascade Yarns Heritage Wave

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

$14.00
Out of Stock Araucania Huasco Chunky Kettle Dyes 16 options
Araucania Huasco Chunky Kettle Dyes

75% Merino Wool 25% Nylon, 109yds (100m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$25.00
SALE Lang Yarns Oceania 21 options
Lang Yarns Oceania

70% Cotton 30% Viscose, 153yds (140m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$8.00
$10.00
Out of Stock James C. Brett Dotti DK 6 options
James C. Brett Dotti DK

50% Cotton 50% Acrylic, 104yds (95m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$4.99
Out of Stock Araucania Papagayo 6 options
Araucania Papagayo

75% Cotton 25% Acrylic, 328yds (300m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$18.89
Out of Stock Sirdar Shawlie 6 options
Sirdar Shawlie

80% Acrylic 10% Alpaca 10% Wool, 492yds (450m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$11.50
Cascade Yarns 128 Superwash Hand Paints 8 options
Cascade Yarns 128 Superwash Hand Paints

100% Merino Wool, 128yds (117m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$15.00
Out of Stock Lana Grossa About Berlin Meilenweit 100 Cashmere Brick 5 options
Lana Grossa About Berlin Meilenweit 100 Cashmere Brick

70% Virgin Wool 25% Polyamide 5% Cashmere, 459yds (420m)/100g (3.53oz), Sport

$19.99
SALE Berroco Carousel 11 options
Berroco Carousel

52% Wool 48% Acrylic, 416yds (380m)/100g (3.53oz), Sport

$13.50
$18.00
Out of Stock Neighborhood Fiber Co. Organic Studio DK 24 options
Neighborhood Fiber Co. Organic Studio DK

100% Merino Wool, 275yds (251m)/113g (3.99oz), DK | Light Worsted

$34.00
Out of Stock Laines Du Nord Poema Nuance 6 options
Laines Du Nord Poema Nuance

100% Merino Wool, 654yds (598m)/150g (5.29oz), DK | Light Worsted

$39.95
Out of Stock Adriafil Calzasocks featuring KnitCol Prints 8 options
Adriafil Calzasocks featuring KnitCol Prints

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

$19.99
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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.