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Iconic, reliable, and spun from premium superwash merino, Rios is Malabrigo’s workhorse worsted-weight yarn. Incredibly soft and strong, this washable, 4-ply yarn is fantastic for frequently-worn garments, housewares, and children and baby clothes. Available in an array of watercolor-multi, semi-solid, variegated and solid colorways.

Malabrigo Susurro is a warm weather favorite that blends softness, breathability, and a gentle texture into something truly special. Made from a thoughtful mix of mulberry silk, merino wool, and linen, this lightweight yarn offers the best of all three fibers. Silk for sheen, merino for softness, and linen for strength and structure.

The result is a fabric with an airy feel and a subtle, lived in texture that only gets better with wear. The linen adds a slight crispness on the skein, but softens beautifully after washing, while the silk gives a soft glow that enhances Malabrigo’s signature hand dyed colorways.

Your sock game will be forever changed for the better after using Malabrigo Ultimate Sock! Made with care by a family-owned yarn company in Uruguay and Peru, Malabrigo yarns come in a range of over 400 gorgeous colors inspired by nature and everyday life. Ultimate sock is made with a hardy nylon and superwash merino wool blend. Perfect for not only socks, but all accessories and garments from head to toe!

Hand-dyed in Malabrigo’s signature vibrant palette, Verano comes in a gorgeous range of tonal, variegated, and bold multi-colorways that bring cotton to life. This worsted-weight yarn knits up beautifully for breathable tops, shawls, lightweight sweaters, and accessories that can be worn year-round. 

Like all hand-dyed yarns, we recommend alternating skeins for larger projects. Machine washable on gentle cycle, though handwashing is always best to preserve color and texture.

Malabrio’s premium Uruguayan merino is just as soft as ever and Rasta comes in a range of unique “watercolor multi” colorways as well as a rainbow of semi-solid basics. Unbelievably squishy, this is the yarn to turn to when you want the ultimate in warmth (or the ultimate in speed!). Great for quick knits, textured stitches, hats, cowls, scarves, outerwear.

This yarn shines in everything from statement accessories to warm heirloom garments. With approximately 130 yards (120 m) per 100 g skein and a recommended gauge of 12-15 stitches to 4” on US 9–11 (5.5–8 mm) needles, Vientos is ideal for quick knitting bursts that still feel luxurious.

We love Vientos for textured knits, cables, ribbing, and bold stitches pop beautifully in this yarn’s generous dimension and rich palette. Try it on a chunky hat, sculptural cowl, or even a cozy cropped cardigan! Its “velvety hand” makes it a joy to wear and gift.

Each skein is hand dyed in Malabrigo’s renowned colorways! Luscious tonal shades and vibrant variegations that turn every project into a masterpiece. Because they are dyed in small batches, every skein carries its own subtle uniqueness, making your finished piece truly one of a kind.

Malabrigo Chunky brings joy to every project: quick to knit, endlessly cozy, and full of depth and color. From instant gratification accessories to sturdy, love worn garments, this yarn infuses each stitch with warmth, beauty, and a splash of hand dyed magic.

Brisa—the Spanish word for "breeze"—combines fine 60% Superwash Merino Wool, 30% Cupro, and 10% Silk into a plied yarn that glides across your needles. Cupro is a plant-based fiber made from cotton linter, the soft, silky fibers that remain after cotton is processed, making this base more environmentally sustainable.

The result is a yarn with an exceptionally smooth hand, a subtle luminous sheen, and crisp stitch definition. Hand-dyed in Malabrigo’s signature rich, multi-dimensional colorways, Brisa creates a polished fabric that feels as heavenly to wear as it does to work with.

Practically vibrating with colorful energy, Mecha is a wonderful choice for accessories, garments, baby and kids items, cables, textured stitches. This bulky-weight yarn is the perfect size for quick but not-too-heavy projects.

As with all hand-dyed yarns, when working with more than one skeins in a single project, we recommend alternating a few rows from each ball ensure random color distribution.

Spin a new story with this 2-ply, 100% Superwash Merino yarn. By randomly blending multicolored tones along the strand, Torzal offers the irresistible look of artisan handspun wool combined with a neatly structured twist. It delivers the signature squish and softness you know and love, while giving finished garments and accessories a rich, dynamic visual effect.

Perfect for adding color and detail to your projects, these minis are made from a soft yet durable blend of 75% superwash merino wool and 25% nylon. They will give you the gentle hand and loft of merino with the strength and resilience needed for everyday wear and friction heavy areas like heels and toes in socks.

The 4-ply fingering weight and generous hand dyed color palette make these mini skeins ideal for contrast stripes, colorwork, intarsia accents, cuffs, and other creative touches without committing to full size skeins. Machine washable on a gentle cycle and dry flat care instructions mean finished pieces are both beautiful and practical for regular use. Whether you’re knitting socks with playful pops of color or incorporating minis into bigger projects, Malabrigo Ultimate Sock Minis let you experiment with every stitch!

Working from Karen Templer's Log Cabin Mitts pattern, you’ll begin by knitting two colorful log cabin squares, then use clever joining and miter techniques to transform them into a cozy pair of fingerless mitts with beautifully sculpted thumb gussets. No intarsia required!

Along the way, you’ll learn modular knitting, Kitchener stitch for garter stitch, and a unique gusset construction. The pattern is highly adaptable, with options to play with color placement and sizing, making each pair your own. Add a new technique to your knitting toolkit and end up with a handmade gift to give this holiday season, too! 

Materials: Worsted weight yarn in 1 or more colors, We recommend Studio Donegal Soft Donegal, Universal Deluxe Worsted, or Malabrigo Rios. One 24" or longer US 6 circular knitting needle, scissors, and a tapestry needle.

Prerequisites: Casting on, knitting, and binding off

Instructor: Dedra Clark

Class Policies: Be sure to read our general Class Policies before registering.

Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel or reschedule your registration, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice before the start of your first class for a refund minus a $10 service fee. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice are non-refundable.

Merino Twist's structure is perfect for projects that call for crisp stitch definition. Spun with a beautifully balanced twist that helps resist pilling, Merino Twist is a fantastic choice for textured patterns, cables, and colorwork. At the same time, the superwash merino keeps it soft and easy to care for, an ideal combination for garments and accessories that are meant to be worn often and loved hard.

With its smooth feel, resilience, and versatility, Fiber MacGyver Merino Twist is equally at home in sweaters, hats, socks, and shawls. It’s a reliable, hardworking yarn with just enough polish to elevate every project on your needles or hooks.

Using just one long circular needle, you'll learn the Magic Loop method. This is a clever technique that makes knitting small circumferences a breeze. From there, we'll explore the thumb gusset, breaking down exactly what it is, why it matters, and how to knit one so those handy-dandy opposable thumbs can do their magic from within your warm mittens. You'll also practice placing stitches on hold, keeping your thumb stitches safe while you finish the hand, then coming back to complete the thumb seamlessly.

Finally, we'll tackle the satisfying but sometimes confusing Kitchener Stitch to close the tip of your mitten with a smooth, invisible join.

By the end of class, you'll walk away with a finished mitten, a second one well on its way, and the confidence to take on more adventurous knitting projects. Come ready to learn, and leave with a cozy heart and a warm pair of mittens!

What you’ll make: A pair of The World's Simplest Mittens by tincanknits!

Materials: Knitting needle sizes US 6 & 8 - 32”, 1 skein of Malabrigo Chunky, Vientos or equivalent bulky-weight yarn. Materials are not included for this class. We appreciate your support of our small business by purchasing materials for classes at Fancywork.

Prerequisite skills: Knitting, purling, decreasing, joining in the round.

Instructor: Dedra Clark

Class Policies: Be sure to read our general Class Policies before registering.

Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel or reschedule your registration, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice before the start of your first class for a refund minus a $10 service fee. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice are non-refundable.

We’ll start with a breakdown of brioche basics, including how the stitch pattern works, tips for managing tension, and how to handle yarn placement in two colors. You’ll cast on for your cowl in class and begin working through the pattern with guidance and support.

As the class progresses, we’ll dive deeper into the nuances of brioche, including how to  troubleshoot common issues and reading your stitches to keep track of where you are. Along the way, you’ll gain confidence and a deeper understanding of how brioche fabric is built. By the end of the class, you'll not only have a great start on your favorite squishy, cozy cowl, but also the foundational skills to tackle future brioche projects with ease and enthusiasm.

Materials: Two contrasting skeins of bulky-weight yarn, such as Malabrigo Chunky or Vientos. Suggested needle sizes: 16" US 11 circular knitting needles, darning needle, stitch markers, including a unique one for BOR, and a pair of scissors and the pattern.