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Machine-Washable Wool Yarn

Machine-washable wool yarn gives you the warmth and bounce of wool with the ease of tossing finished projects in the washer. This page gathers merino wool and superwash blends in worsted, bulky and chunky weights, including options like Cascade 220 Superwash and Paintbox Yarns 100% Wool Worsted Superwash. It's a great fit for anyone knitting or crocheting sweaters, blankets and gifts that need to survive real-life washing routines.

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Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool DK 104 options
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool DK

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

$14.25
Berroco Ultra Wool Yarn - Superwash Wool Aran 50 options
Berroco Ultra Wool Yarn - Superwash Wool Aran

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

$14.25
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Wave Yarn - Wool Worsted 25 options
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Wave Yarn - Wool Worsted

100% Wool, 220yds (201m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$15.00
Tahki Yarns Superwash Merino Bulky Yarn 25 options
Tahki Yarns Superwash Merino Bulky Yarn

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

$14.75
SALE Tahki Yarns Superwash Merino Worsted Twist Yarn 25 options
Tahki Yarns Superwash Merino Worsted Twist Yarn

100% Wool, 221yds (202m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$11.06
$14.75
Berroco Ultra Wool DK Yarn - Superwash Wool DK 15 options
Berroco Ultra Wool DK Yarn - Superwash Wool DK

100% Wool, 292yds (267m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$14.25
Adriafil Knitcol Yarn - Superwash Wool DK 8 options
Adriafil Knitcol Yarn - Superwash Wool DK

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

$11.99
SALE Berroco Ultra Wool Chunky Yarn - Superwash Wool Chunky 14 options
Berroco Ultra Wool Chunky Yarn - Superwash Wool Chunky

100% Wool, 145yds (133m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$11.40
$14.25
Out of Stock Berroco Ultra Wool Fine Yarn - Wool 4 Ply 3 options
Berroco Ultra Wool Fine Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

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

$14.25
SALE Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Chunky Yarn - Wool Chunky 23 options
Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Chunky Yarn - Wool Chunky

55% Wool 33% Acrylic 12% Cashmere, 71yds (65m)/50g (1.76oz), Bulky

$7.70
$11.00
SALE Paintbox Yarns 100% Wool Worsted Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool Worsted 48 options
Paintbox Yarns 100% Wool Worsted Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool Worsted

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

$7.80
$12.00
Out of Stock Ella Rae Classic Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool Worsted 28 options
Ella Rae Classic Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool Worsted

100% Wool, 220yds (201m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$12.00
SALE Berroco Sesame Yarn - Wool Worsted 12 options
Berroco Sesame Yarn - Wool Worsted

43% Wool 39% Acrylic 9% Cotton 9% Nylon, 230yds (210m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$9.50 - $15.20
$19.00
Rowan Baby Cashsoft Merino Yarn - Wool Sport 10 options
Rowan Baby Cashsoft Merino Yarn - Wool Sport

57% Wool 33% Acrylic 10% Cashmere, 142yds (130m)/50g (1.76oz), Sport

$12.60
Rowan Pure Wool Superwash Worsted Yarn 9 options
Rowan Pure Wool Superwash Worsted Yarn

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

$16.80
Discontinued Jojoland Rhythm Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool Worsted
Jojoland Rhythm Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool Worsted

100% Wool, 110yds (101m)/50g (1.76oz), Worsted

$7.00
Out of Stock Sirdar Country Classic Worsted Yarn - Wool Worsted 4 options
Sirdar Country Classic Worsted Yarn - Wool Worsted

50% Wool 50% Acrylic, 218yds (199m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$9.50
Discontinued Jojoland Melody Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool 4 Ply
Jojoland Melody Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool 4 Ply

100% Wool, 220yds (201m)/50g (1.76oz), Fingering

$7.00
SALE Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Super Chunky Yarn 60 options
Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Super Chunky Yarn

50% Wool 50% Acrylic, 60yds (55m)/100g (3.53oz), Super Bulky

$6.34
$9.75
Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Tweed Superwash Yarn 8 options
Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Tweed Superwash Yarn

90% Wool 7% Acrylic 3% Viscose, 219yds (200m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$13.00
Out of Stock Berroco Sox Yarn - Superwash Wool 3 Ply
Berroco Sox Yarn - Superwash Wool 3 Ply

75% Wool 25% Nylon, 444yds (406m)/100g (3.53oz), Light Fingering

$17.00
SALE Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Aran Yarn - Wool Aran 60 options
Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Aran Yarn - Wool Aran

50% Wool 50% Acrylic, 197yds (180m)/100g (3.53oz), Aran

$6.34
$9.75
SALE Paintbox Yarns Socks Yarn - Wool 4 Ply 47 options
Paintbox Yarns Socks Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

75% Wool 25% Polyamide, 427yds (390m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$7.80
$12.00
Rowan Felted Tweed Colour Yarn - Wool DK 5 options
Rowan Felted Tweed Colour Yarn - Wool DK

50% Wool 25% Alpaca 25% Viscose, 191yds (175m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$18.90
Discontinued Regia 4-Ply Premium Bamboo Yarn - Wool 4 Ply
Regia 4-Ply Premium Bamboo Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

45% Wool 30% Viscose 25% Polyamide, 437yds (400m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$25.00
Out of Stock Super Soxx Color 901 Yarn - Wool 4 Ply 19 options
Super Soxx Color 901 Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

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

$18.00
Out of Stock Tahki Yarns Classic Superwash Yarn - Wool DK 10 options
Tahki Yarns Classic Superwash Yarn - Wool DK

100% Wool, 218yds (199m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$10.99
Blue Sky Fibers Sweater Yarn - Wool Worsted 23 options
Blue Sky Fibers Sweater Yarn - Wool Worsted

55% Wool 45% Cotton, 160yds (146m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$21.80
SALE Paintbox Yarns 100% Wool Chunky Superwash Yarn 25 options
Paintbox Yarns 100% Wool Chunky Superwash Yarn

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

$8.13
$12.50
SALE Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport Wave Yarn 17 options
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport Wave Yarn

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

$11.76
$14.70
Out of Stock Rowan Felted Tweed Aran Yarn - Wool Aran 5 options
Rowan Felted Tweed Aran Yarn - Wool Aran

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

$8.00
$16.80
SALE Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Grande Yarn - Wool Chunky 13 options
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Grande Yarn - Wool Chunky

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

$17.63
$23.50
Out of Stock Universal Yarn Deluxe DK Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool DK 15 options
Universal Yarn Deluxe DK Superwash Yarn - Superwash Wool DK

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

$11.25
Discontinued Regia 4-Ply Design Line by Arne & Carlos Yarn - Wool 4 Ply
Regia 4-Ply Design Line by Arne & Carlos Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

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

$20.50
Discontinued Regia Premium Merino Yak (4 Ply) Yarn - Wool 4 Ply
Regia Premium Merino Yak (4 Ply) Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

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

$28.00
Discontinued Debbie Bliss Eco Baby Wool Yarn - Wool Sport
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
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
Out of Stock Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Superwash 12 options
Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Superwash

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

$11.25
Out of Stock Scheepjes Terrazzo Yarn - Wool DK
Scheepjes Terrazzo Yarn - Wool DK

70% Wool 30% Viscose, 191yds (175m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$10.00
Out of Stock Knitting Fever Painted Desert Yarn - Superwash Wool 4 Ply 15 options
Knitting Fever Painted Desert Yarn - Superwash Wool 4 Ply

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

$16.95
Out of Stock KFI Painted Sky Yarn - Superwash Wool Worsted 14 options
KFI Painted Sky Yarn - Superwash Wool Worsted

100% Wool, 218yds (199m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$16.95
Discontinued Regia 6-Ply Arne + Carlos Lofoten Color Yarn - Wool DK
Regia 6-Ply Arne + Carlos Lofoten Color Yarn - Wool DK

75% Wool 25% Polyamide, 410yds (375m)/150g (5.29oz), DK | Light Worsted

$23.95
Discontinued Berroco Ultra Wool Handpaint Yarn - Superwash Worsted
Berroco Ultra Wool Handpaint Yarn - Superwash Worsted

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

$20.50
Discontinued Jojoland Fantasia Yarn - Superwash Wool Chunky
Jojoland Fantasia Yarn - Superwash Wool Chunky

100% Wool, 145yds (133m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$13.99
Out of Stock Sirdar Country Classic DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 3 options
Sirdar Country Classic DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

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

$6.75
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Hand Paint Yarn - Wool DK 6 options
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Hand Paint Yarn - Wool DK

100% Wool, 220yds (201m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$14.50
Sirdar Snuggly Cashmere Merino Yarn - Wool DK 5 options
Sirdar Snuggly Cashmere Merino Yarn - Wool DK

57% Wool 33% Acrylic 10% Cashmere, 142yds (130m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$14.25
West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 Ply Yarn - Wool 4 Ply 6 options
West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 Ply Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

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

$19.50
Out of Stock Dream in Color Butterfly BFL Yarn - Wool 4 Ply
Dream in Color Butterfly BFL Yarn - Wool 4 Ply

80% Wool 10% Cashmere 10% Silk, 420yds (384m)/113g (3.99oz), Fingering

$34.00
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How to Choose Machine-Washable Wool Yarn

Machine-washable wool yarn is treated so the fibers resist the felting and shrinking that happens when untreated wool meets heat and agitation. That makes superwash wool a smart choice for everyday knits, especially gifts, baby items and anything headed for a household with kids or busy schedules.

Choosing the Right Weight

Washable wool comes in a range of weights to suit different projects. Worsted weight yarns like Cascade 220 Superwash or Paintbox Yarns 100% Wool Worsted Superwash work well for sweaters, hats and mittens, while bulky and chunky options such as Tahki Yarns Superwash Merino Bulky or Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Super Chunky knit up quickly into cozy blankets and outerwear. If you want something finer, look toward the lighter end of the merino wool yarn range for socks and lightweight layers.

Using Superwash Wool in Your Projects

  • Pair washable wool with a pattern from our knitting patterns or crochet patterns collections designed for worsted or bulky yarn.
  • Superwash wool is a forgiving choice for colorwork and cables, since the fibers hold their shape well after blocking.
  • For texture and softness, a cashmere-blend option like Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Chunky adds drape without losing washability.

Caring for Washable Wool Yarn

Always check the yarn label before washing, since machine-washable doesn't always mean dryer-safe. Many superwash wools do best on a gentle cold cycle, laid flat to dry, even when the label allows machine washing.

FAQ

Is superwash wool as warm as regular wool? Yes, the washable treatment doesn't change the fiber's natural warmth, only its surface so it resists felting.

Can I use washable wool yarn for baby blankets? It's a popular choice because it withstands frequent washing better than untreated wool.

What's the difference between superwash wool and 100% wool? Superwash wool has been treated to be machine washable, while yarns in our 100% wool yarn collection may require hand washing unless labeled otherwise.

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