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.dsrios-btn:hover{background:transparent;color:#fff!important}\n@media(max-width:950px){.dsrios-hero,.dsrios-split,.dsrios-spec{grid-template-columns:1fr}.dsrios-hero{padding:35px}.dsrios-projects,.dsrios-care{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr)}.dsrios-palette{grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr)}.dsrios-triad,.dsrios-guide,.dsrios-tools{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr)}.dsrios-stats{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr)}}\n@media(max-width:620px){.dsrios-section{margin:44px 0}.dsrios-hero,.dsrios-split,.dsrios-cta{padding:25px 20px}.dsrios-palette{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr)}.dsrios-projects,.dsrios-care,.dsrios-triad,.dsrios-guide,.dsrios-tools{grid-template-columns:1fr}.dsrios-stat strong{font-size:21px}.dsrios-table th,.dsrios-table td{padding:13px}.dsrios-lead{font-size:17px}.dsrios-badge{right:26px;bottom:26px}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-wrap\"\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section dsrios-hero\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eHand-dyed superwash merino · worsted \/ NZ 10 ply\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eMalabrigo Rios: the soft, washable workhorse with unmistakable colour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"dsrios-lead\"\u003eA smooth four-ply worsted yarn that balances next-to-skin merino softness with useful strength, crisp stitch definition and gentle machine-wash care. Rios is the Malabrigo base to reach for when a beautiful project also needs to be worn and enjoyed often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"dsrios-benefits\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% superwash merino wool\u003c\/strong\u003e for soft, comfortable fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour-ply construction\u003c\/strong\u003e gives cables and texture clean definition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e192 metres per 100g hank\u003c\/strong\u003e in a versatile worsted \/ 10 ply weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-dyed colour\u003c\/strong\u003e brings tonal depth and painterly variation to simple stitches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-buttons\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"dsrios-btn\" href=\"#dsrios-colours\"\u003eExplore All 25 Colours\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"dsrios-btn alt\" href=\"#dsrios-specs\"\u003eView Yarn Specifications\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-heroimg\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/1255cbaf-b91b-413d-99e6-a0a13a79f767_RIO_866_6__jpg.avif?v=1786525830\u0026amp;width=1200\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios Arco Iris hand-dyed superwash merino worsted yarn\" loading=\"eager\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-badge\"\u003e100g · 192m · 4–5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-stats\" aria-label=\"Key Malabrigo Rios specifications\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Merino\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperwash wool\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorsted \/ 10 Ply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile garment weight\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e192m \/ 100g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e210 yards per hank\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18–22 sts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePer 10cm \/ 4in\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eWhy knitters return to Rios\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSoft enough for skin, structured enough for everyday projects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dsrios-lead\"\u003eSome merino yarns prioritise softness but lose definition; others feel durable but less inviting. Rios combines a smooth plied construction with Malabrigo's premium superwash merino to give you both comfort and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-triad\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoft and wearable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eComfortable for scarves, cowls, hats, jumpers and other pieces worn close to the skin, subject to individual wool sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrong stitch definition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour balanced plies give cables, ribs, bobbles, colourwork and textured stitches a rounded, legible appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eGentle cold machine washing makes Rios appealing for frequently worn garments, children’s knits, toys and selected homewares.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-alert river\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA workhorse, not an industrial yarn:\u003c\/strong\u003e the plied structure helps resist pilling, but soft merino can still fuzz or pill where it rubs. Place it thoughtfully and care for it gently.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section dsrios-split dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eA useful terminology check\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eFour plies in the strand—but worsted \/ NZ 10 ply in weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"dsrios-lead\"\u003eMalabrigo describes Rios as a four-ply yarn because four individual strands are twisted together. That construction is different from the Australian and New Zealand “ply” system used as a yarn-weight label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"dsrios-checks\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRios is not fingering \/ NZ 4 ply weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse worsted or suitable 10 ply patterns as the starting point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial gauge is 18–22 stitches per 10cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwatch with 4–5mm needles, then adjust for pattern gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cfigure class=\"dsrios-media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/4e47efd7-a7cf-4300-be9c-28adc7b981bf_RIOS043_PLOMO.jpg-2.avif?v=1786526002\u0026amp;width=1200\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios Plomo showing its smooth four-ply worsted yarn construction\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"dsrios-caption\"\u003eRios's four plies create a round strand that makes textured stitches look clear and substantial.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eBest project matches\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eOne yarn for garments, accessories, colourwork and family knitting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-projects\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eJumpers \u0026amp; cardigans\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft, warm garments with enough structure for ribs, cables, textured panels and everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHats \u0026amp; headbands\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent stitch definition, inviting hand-dyed colour and enough body for warm, shape-holding accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eScarves \u0026amp; cowls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext-to-skin softness and 192 metres per hank make Rios a natural choice for richly coloured neckwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMittens \u0026amp; gloves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm handwear with clear texture; reinforce or choose another base where extreme abrasion is expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBaby \u0026amp; child knits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftness and machine-wash care suit garments, blankets and accessories when wool works for the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlankets \u0026amp; homewares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich colour for throws, cushions and decorative pieces, with gentle-care practicality for real use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eToys\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA plied, washable merino base for soft knitted or crocheted toys, following the pattern's safety and stuffing guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCables \u0026amp; colourwork\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe round strand shows dimensional stitches well, while 25 shades invite Fair Isle, stripes and modern colour blocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section\" id=\"dsrios-colours\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eDirect Sewing Rios palette\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTwenty-five hand-dyed shades, from quiet tonal colour to full drama\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dsrios-lead\"\u003eChoose by the three-digit colour code and name. Every photograph represents the colourway's character—not an exact promise of the hank you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-palette\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/1255cbaf-b91b-413d-99e6-a0a13a79f767_RIO_866_6__jpg.avif?v=1786525830\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 866 Arco Iris\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e866 Arco Iris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarthy green and brown tonal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/533d7c42-38cc-4809-b1e0-14426aa39922_RIO_005_6__jpg.avif?v=1786525978\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 005 Aniversario\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e005 Aniversario\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelebratory multicolour blend\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/c26a47dc-72ac-4398-8874-89288c6b3f60_RIOS016_GLAZED_CARROT_jpg.avif?v=1786525688\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 016 Glazed Carrot\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e016 Glazed Carrot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurnt orange and terracotta\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/7b32423f-c756-48a4-8575-5d5ddff6c6fc_RIOS030_PURPLE_MISTERY_jpg.avif?v=1786525704\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 030 Purple Mystery\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e030 Purple Mystery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep purple and navy tonal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Z73-ap7c43Q3gN0t_30274bb2-b053-426d-96e4-7a364d6805a2_RIO_033_-8.avif?v=1786526272\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 033 Cereza\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e033 Cereza\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep burgundy and wine\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/4e47efd7-a7cf-4300-be9c-28adc7b981bf_RIOS043_PLOMO.jpg-2.avif?v=1786526002\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 043 Plomo\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e043 Plomo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharcoal and blue-grey tonal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/8069f52a-6713-46fd-a91b-55becf536dc6_810A8467_48_GLITTER_jpg.avif?v=1786526046\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 048 Glitter\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e048 Glitter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep brown with golden warmth\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/813c274c-438d-4445-9550-854d0177d362_RIO_052_6__jpg.avif?v=1786526061\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 052 Paris Night\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e052 Paris Night\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMidnight navy tonal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/810a4b7a-3d89-4dbd-a02c-532a301034e9_810A8547_57_ENGLISH_ROSE_jpg.avif?v=1786526078\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 057 English Rose\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e057 English Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft rose and mauve\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/2d0f4bfc-a186-4496-9ac9-e224e2a7c0fc_RIOS131_SAND_BANK_jpg.avif?v=1786526101\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 131 Sand Bank\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e131 Sand Bank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSandy beige and brown\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/26329d79-91a8-4be6-9290-e89c97ea2a0c_RIOS063_NATURAL_jpg.avif?v=1786526117\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 063 Natural\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e063 Natural\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft undyed-look cream\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/3cb25015-f735-4491-bd6d-7455c966f979_096_SUNSET__jpg.avif?v=1786526131\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 096 Sunset\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e096 Sunset\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm sunset multicolour\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/8e33c45b-971d-4a51-84d4-0acc8ed54fc2_RIOS136_SABIDURIA_jpg.avif?v=1786526154\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 136 Sabiduria\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e136 Sabiduria\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm golden-brown tonal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/11a186a0-0879-485d-9273-8a5142ef0471_RIOS138_IVY_jpg.avif?v=1786526177\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 138 Ivy\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e138 Ivy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlive, moss and warm gold\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/61d0d3bf-9e45-43bf-8574-23fc0f5f56ab_RIOS247_WHALES_ROAD_jpg.avif?v=1786526201\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 247 Whale's Road\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e247 Whale's Road\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep navy, teal and indigo\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/cafaea4e-f0dc-46dd-8073-f8c7c006b31e_RIOS412_TEAL_FEATHER_jpg.avif?v=1786526219\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 412 Teal Feather\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e412 Teal Feather\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLayered, softly shifting multicolour\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fcaa82a0-1a5d-461f-8c45-370dbd8bd323_RIO_212_5__jpg.avif?v=1786526239\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 212 Gris\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e212 Gris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCool grey and muted blue\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/5477ddc7-15c3-412e-851a-bfa8192259fe_RIOS416_INDIECITA_jpg.avif?v=1786526255\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 416 Indiecita\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e416 Indiecita\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTeal, sage and blue-grey\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Z73-P57c43Q3gN0o_baafa2c2-af79-4583-a98d-07c9fdf44751_RIO611_RAVELRY_RED.avif?v=1786525717\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 611 Ravelry Red\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e611 Ravelry Red\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich crimson and ruby red\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/19b7cd69-add5-4011-ad25-b7771bb04c2e_RIOS850_ARCHANGEL_jpg.avif?v=1786526294\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 850 Archangel\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e850 Archangel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurgundy, orange and gold\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/251ee6bd-b21d-4383-854d-15197e1d2dc6_RIO_855_11__jpg.avif?v=1786526312\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 855 Aguas\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e855 Aguas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurquoise and ocean blue\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/53414d37-26ae-4409-9898-0cb92a704925_RIO_856_9__jpg.avif?v=1786526330\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 856 Azules\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e856 Azules\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariegated layers of blue\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/73ce726d-210e-45a4-a85c-e387670feb83_RIOS863_ZARZAMORA_jpg.avif?v=1786526354\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 863 Zarzamora\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e863 Zarzamora\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue, purple and teal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/62b5edd3-1263-4114-be89-2a085ad18bd8_RIO_872_11__jpg.avif?v=1786526370\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 872 Purpuras\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e872 Purpuras\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep purple and plum\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-colour\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/0ac6ff6c-ff64-4321-944f-c7d6e8043d54_RIO_886_16__jpg.avif?v=1786526385\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios yarn colour 886 Diana\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e886 Diana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlive, burnt sienna and rust\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-alert plum\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-dyed colour note:\u003c\/strong\u003e colour placement and tone vary between hanks and dye lots—including hanks from the same bag. Screen settings add another variable. Buy enough together and treat photographs as a guide to character rather than an exact match.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eTurn variation into a feature\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eThree habits for a beautifully blended multi-hank project\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-guide\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuy enough together\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the pattern's metreage, add swatching and modification allowance, and purchase the whole project quantity at one time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompare before winding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLay every hank together in natural light. Decide whether to blend them evenly or arrange them as a deliberate colour progression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAlternate two hanks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork a few rows from one hank and then the other. Alternating distributes natural colour variation instead of creating a hard line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-alert\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRios comes as a hank:\u003c\/strong\u003e wind it into a ball or cake before knitting or crocheting. Keep every label so colour, dye-lot and care information stay with the project.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eProject planning\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHow many 100g hanks might you need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dsrios-lead\"\u003eThese are broad starting estimates. The selected pattern's metreage for your size is the authority; fit, sleeves, length, cables, colourwork, crochet density and swatching can change the quantity substantially.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-compare\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"dsrios-table\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProject\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical starting estimate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlan extra when…\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHat, headband or small mitts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften 1 hank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou are making a folded brim, large size, dense texture or matching set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCowl\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 hanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe design is tall, doubled, heavily cabled or intended to wrap twice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScarf\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–4 hanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou want substantial width, extra length, fringe or dense crochet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBaby garment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–4 hanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe piece has long sleeves, a hood, larger sizing or textured stitches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChild jumper or cardigan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–7 hanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe size, length, fit, hood, cables or colourwork increase metreage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdult jumper or cardigan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7–12+ hanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe garment is larger, oversized, long, hooded, cabled or crocheted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBaby blanket\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–10+ hanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe blanket is large, densely worked, heavily textured or includes a deep border\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThrow\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–24+ hanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinished dimensions, crochet, stitch density and colour layout require more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eChoose the right Malabrigo base\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eRios, Mechita or Ultimate Sock?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-compare\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"dsrios-table\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"current\"\u003eRios\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMechita\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUltimate Sock\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"dsrios-current\"\u003eWorsted \/ approximately NZ 10 ply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingering \/ NZ 4 ply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingering \/ NZ 4 ply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFibre\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"dsrios-current\"\u003e100% superwash merino\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% superwash merino\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75% superwash merino \/ 25% nylon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"dsrios-current\"\u003eRound four-ply strand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft single ply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth four-ply strand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength per 100g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"dsrios-current\"\u003e192m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e384m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e385m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest quality\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"dsrios-current\"\u003eSoftness, washability and strong definition in a medium weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine-gauge drape and luminous single-ply colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdded abrasion resistance for socks and high-friction wear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChoose it for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"dsrios-current\"\u003eGarments, hats, scarves, kids' knits, blankets, cables and colourwork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShawls, fine garments, lace and soft accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSocks, gloves and fine garments needing more resilience\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section dsrios-split\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eSwatch for the fabric, not just the number\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eRios can move across a useful worsted-gauge range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMalabrigo gives a broad official range of 18–22 stitches per 10cm on 4–5mm needles. A looser gauge creates softer drape; a firmer gauge gives more structure and may suit colourwork, hats or outer layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor fitted garments, make a generous swatch, wash it exactly as the finished piece will be washed and measure it only after it has dried flat. Superwash merino can relax after washing, and your own fabric is more useful than an unwashed label gauge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-alert rust\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern substitution:\u003c\/strong\u003e compare fibre, construction, metreage and washed gauge—not only the “10 ply” or “worsted” label. Choose the needle that produces the pattern's required fabric.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/251ee6bd-b21d-4383-854d-15197e1d2dc6_RIO_855_11__jpg.avif?v=1786526312\u0026amp;width=1200\" alt=\"Malabrigo Rios Aguas hand-dyed merino yarn showing tonal blue variation\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section\" id=\"dsrios-specs\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eYarn specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eMalabrigo Rios at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-spec\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-compare\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"dsrios-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMalabrigo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYarn range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRios\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYarn weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorsted \/ approximately NZ 10 ply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFour-ply round yarn structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFibre content\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% superwash merino wool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHank weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100g \/ 3.53oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 192m \/ 210yd\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKnitting gauge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18–22 stitches per 10cm \/ 4in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended needles\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5mm \/ US 6–8, or the size required to achieve pattern gauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended crochet hook\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–6.5mm \/ US I-9 to K-10\/12, or the size required for the desired fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePresentation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-dyed hank; wind before use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessories, garments, baby and child items, housewares, toys, cables, textured stitches and colourwork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachine wash cold on a gentle cycle; do not tumble dry; dry flat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour character\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-dyed semi-solid, tonal and variegated colourways; each hank is individual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003caside class=\"dsrios-note\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eBefore you cast on\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCheck the pattern's required metreage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eAllow yarn for swatching and changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eBuy the full project quantity together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCompare every hank in natural light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eWind each hank into a ball or cake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMake and wash a generous swatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eAlternate hanks on larger projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eKeep the labels for dye-lot reference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/aside\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eCare for lasting shape and colour\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWash gently, support the wet fabric and always dry flat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-care\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachine wash cold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a gentle cycle, cool water and a mild wool-friendly detergent. Wash strong colours separately at first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid agitation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid hot water, harsh cycles and unnecessary friction even though the merino has a superwash treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not tumble\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove the piece carefully after washing. Heat and tumbling can damage shape and encourage wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry flat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupport the wet project, reshape it to measurements and allow it to dry completely on a flat surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eComplete the project\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003ePatterns, tools and finer Malabrigo alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-tools\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-tool\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFind a pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with worsted \/ 10 ply patterns, then confirm the required gauge and metreage for your size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all\/knitting-pattern\"\u003eBrowse Knitting Patterns →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-tool\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoose your needles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalabrigo recommends 4–5mm knitting needles; use the size that gives the pattern's washed gauge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all\/knitting-needles\"\u003eBrowse Knitting Needles →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsrios-tool\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNeed a finer yarn?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare Mechita for soft fine-gauge drape or Ultimate Sock for nylon-reinforced fingering projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/malabrigo-mechita-superwash-4-ply-yarn\"\u003eView Malabrigo Mechita →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/malabrigo-ultimate-sock-4-ply-yarn\"\u003eView Malabrigo Ultimate Sock →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsrios-kicker\"\u003eQuestions before you choose a shade?\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eMalabrigo Rios FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is Malabrigo Rios?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRios is a soft, washable, four-ply worsted yarn made from 100% superwash merino wool and offered in Malabrigo's hand-dyed colourways.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs Rios worsted or 10 ply?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMalabrigo classifies it as worsted weight. In New Zealand terms it is commonly used as approximately 10 ply, but the pattern gauge remains more important than the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIf Rios is “four ply”, is it NZ 4 ply weight?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Four ply describes the four strands twisted into its construction. Its yarn weight is worsted \/ approximately NZ 10 ply, not fingering \/ NZ 4 ply.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat fibre is Malabrigo Rios?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is 100% superwash merino wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much yarn is in one hank?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach 100g hank contains approximately 192 metres or 210 yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat needles does Malabrigo recommend?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe official range is 4–5mm \/ US 6–8. Change needle size as needed to achieve the pattern's gauge and desired fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat crochet hook should I use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMalabrigo recommends 5.5–6.5mm \/ US I-9 to K-10\/12 as a starting range. The project and desired fabric may call for another size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the official knitting gauge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMalabrigo gives 18–22 stitches per 10cm \/ 4 inches. Always wash and dry a garment swatch before relying on the measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs Malabrigo Rios soft enough for next-to-skin wear?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMalabrigo recommends it for next-to-skin projects and describes it as very soft. Individual wool sensitivity varies, so test a hank against the intended wearer's skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs Rios machine washable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Machine wash on a gentle cycle in cold water, do not tumble dry and dry the project flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I put Rios in the dryer?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Malabrigo says not to tumble dry. Support the wet project, reshape it and dry it flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes superwash mean the yarn cannot felt or shrink?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuperwash treatment improves washability, but the project still deserves cool water and a gentle cycle. Heat, harsh agitation and unsuitable drying can affect the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill a Rios garment grow after washing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuperwash merino fabric can relax when wet, depending on stitch pattern and gauge. Make a generous swatch, wash it as planned and measure after it dries flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes Malabrigo Rios pill?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe four-ply construction helps resist pilling, but no soft merino yarn is pill-proof. Friction, gauge, garment fit and care affect surface wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs Rios good for cables and texture?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Its round, smooth four-ply strand gives cables, ribs, bobbles and textured stitches strong definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs Rios good for colourwork?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The range offers strong colour possibilities and the plied strand gives clear stitches. Swatch colour combinations because variegated shades can interact with motifs in unexpected ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs Rios suitable for baby and children's clothing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMalabrigo recommends it for baby and child items because it is soft and machine washable. Confirm wool suits the recipient and follow safe garment construction and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use Rios for blankets?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It works well for baby blankets, throws and cushions where merino softness and rich colour are desired. Calculate the substantial metreage carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I knit socks with Rios?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts weight suits thick slipper-style socks, but pure merino has no nylon reinforcement. For frequently worn socks exposed to heel and toe abrasion, Malabrigo Ultimate Sock is a more suitable starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan one hank make a hat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany adult hat patterns fit within one 192m hank, but folded brims, cables, large sizes, pom-poms and matching accessories may require more. Check the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan one hank make a cowl?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany small or fitted cowls can, while tall, doubled or wrap-style cowls often need two or more. Use the chosen pattern's metreage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow many hanks for an adult jumper?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA broad planning range is around 7–12 or more hanks. Size, fit, sleeves, length, cables, colourwork and pattern gauge can move the quantity substantially.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes Rios come ready to knit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is supplied as a hank. Wind it into a ball or cake before knitting or crocheting so it feeds cleanly without tangling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy does my hank look different from the photograph?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRios is hand dyed. The same colour recipe can produce different tonal balance and colour placement between batches and individual hanks. Screens also display colour differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a dye lot?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA dye lot identifies yarn coloured in the same production batch. With hand-dyed yarn, hanks can still vary within a dye lot, but another lot may differ even more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eShould I buy all the yarn for my project together?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Malabrigo specifically recommends buying enough to complete the project because each bag and dye lot may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy should I alternate hanks?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlternating a few rows from two hanks distributes natural shade variation through the fabric instead of letting one hank form a visible block.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need to alternate hanks for every project?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually not for a one-hank project. For larger pieces, compare the hanks first; alternating is especially useful when tonal balance differs noticeably.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use Rios as a substitute for another worsted yarn?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePossibly, if the washed gauge, fibre behaviour, construction and metreage suit the pattern. Make a full swatch before deciding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs Rios suitable for crochet?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It works for garments, accessories, toys, blankets, cushions and textured crochet. Crochet can use more yarn than knitting, so follow the pattern metreage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between Rios and Mechita?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRios is a four-ply worsted yarn with 192m per 100g. Mechita is a much finer single-ply fingering yarn with 384m per 100g and a more fluid fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between Rios and Ultimate Sock?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsrios-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRios is a pure-merino worsted yarn. Ultimate Sock is a fine merino\/nylon blend designed for greater abrasion resistance in socks and high-friction projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsrios-section dsrios-cta\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eChoose the colour that makes you want to cast on\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThen give the project the practical foundation it deserves: enough yarn purchased together, a washed gauge swatch and two alternating hanks for a beautifully blended result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca class=\"dsrios-btn\" href=\"#dsrios-colours\"\u003eExplore the 25 Rios Shades\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Malabrigo","offers":[{"title":"866 Arco Iris","offer_id":48361918431453,"sku":"MARW.866","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"005 Aniversario","offer_id":48361918464221,"sku":"MARW.005","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"016 Glazed Carrot","offer_id":48361918496989,"sku":"MARW.016","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"030 Purple Mistery","offer_id":48361918529757,"sku":"MARW.030","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"033 Cereza","offer_id":48361918562525,"sku":"MARW.033","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"043 Plomo","offer_id":48361918595293,"sku":"MARW.043","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"048 Glitter","offer_id":48361918628061,"sku":"MARW.048","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"052 Paris Night","offer_id":48361918660829,"sku":"MARW.052","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"057 English Rose","offer_id":48361918693597,"sku":"MARW.057","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"131 Sand Bank","offer_id":48361918726365,"sku":"MARW.131","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"063 Natural","offer_id":48361918759133,"sku":"MARW.063","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"096 Sunset","offer_id":48361918791901,"sku":"MARW.096","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"136 Sabiduria","offer_id":48361918824669,"sku":"MARW.136","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"138 Ivy","offer_id":48361918857437,"sku":"MARW.138","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"247 Whales Road","offer_id":48361918890205,"sku":"MARW.247","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"412 Teal Feather","offer_id":48361918922973,"sku":"MARW.412","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"212 Gris","offer_id":48361918955741,"sku":"MARW.212","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"416 Indiecita","offer_id":48361918988509,"sku":"MARW.416","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"611 Raverly Red","offer_id":48361919021277,"sku":"MARW.611","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"850 Archangel","offer_id":48361919054045,"sku":"MARW.850","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"855 Aguas","offer_id":48361919086813,"sku":"MARW.855","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"856 Azules","offer_id":48361919119581,"sku":"MARW.856","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"863 Zarzamora","offer_id":48361919152349,"sku":"MARW.863","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"872 Purpuras","offer_id":48361919185117,"sku":"MARW.872","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"886 Diana","offer_id":48361919217885,"sku":"MARW.886","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/MARW_866_hank.jpg?v=1786525581","url":"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/products\/malabrigo-rios-superwash-merino-worsted-yarn","provider":"Direct Sewing Machines \u0026 Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}