{"product_id":"malabrigo-ultimate-sock","title":"Malabrigo Ultimate Sock Yarn – Merino \u0026 Nylon Fingering","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMalabrigo Ultimate Sock: Hand-Dyed Fingering-Weight Yarn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalabrigo Ultimate Sock is a fingering-weight yarn made from \u003cstrong\u003e75% superwash merino wool and 25% nylon\u003c\/strong\u003e. It pairs soft merino with nylon reinforcement for socks that get regular wear, with hand-dyed color that is just as lovely in shawls, lightweight garments, and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicture choosing a rich colorway, casting on a pair of socks, and watching the shades unfold with every round. Its smooth, plied construction makes Ultimate Sock an inviting choice for both simple stitches and textured projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Ultimate Sock?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftness with reinforcement:\u003c\/strong\u003e merino wool feels soft against the skin, while nylon adds durability for high-friction projects like socks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-dyed color:\u003c\/strong\u003e choose a colorway for a personal project or a thoughtful handmade gift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile fingering weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e use it for socks, shawls, wrist warmers, hats, or lightweight garments when the pattern's gauge matches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy-care fiber blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e machine wash gently in cool water and lay flat to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree winding available:\u003c\/strong\u003e would you like us to wind your yarn?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYarn Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malabrigo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYarn:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultimate Sock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75% superwash merino wool, 25% nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYarn weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fingering \/ sock weight (#1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYardage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 420 yards \/ approximately 385 meters per hank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHank weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 grams \/ approximately 3.5 ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnitting needles:\u003c\/strong\u003e US 1–3 (2.25–3.25 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested crochet hooks:\u003c\/strong\u003e US B–E; choose the size that achieves your pattern's gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnitting gauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–32 stitches per 4 inches, or 7.5–8 stitches per inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machine wash in cool water on a gentle cycle; lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePut-up:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hank; free winding available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan Your Project\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your pattern's gauge and total yardage before choosing your quantity. Each hank contains 420 yards; the number of hanks you need depends on the project, size, and gauge. Swatch before starting garments or fitted socks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor inspiration, explore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/the-lone-skein-shawl\"\u003eThe Lone Skein Shawl by Joji Locatelli\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/poet-socks\"\u003ePoet Socks by Sari Nordlund\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/ripple-camisole\"\u003eRipple Camisole by Jessie Maed Designs\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/onion-market-wrist-warmers\"\u003eOnion Market Wrist Warmers by Sybil R\u003c\/a\u003e. Review each pattern's yarn requirements before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Malabrigo Ultimate Sock suitable for socks?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its 75% superwash merino and 25% nylon blend combines softness with added durability, making it a useful choice for hand-knit socks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use Ultimate Sock for projects other than socks?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It also works for fingering-weight shawls, accessories, and lightweight garments when you achieve the gauge your pattern requires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Ultimate Sock machine washable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use cool water and a gentle cycle, then lay your project flat to dry. Do not tumble dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes Ultimate Sock need winding?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes in a hank that should be wound before use. Free winding is available at Apple Yarns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More Yarn and Needles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/malabribo\"\u003eMalabrigo yarn collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.appleyarns.live\/products\/chiaogoo-twist-red-lace-complete-5-13cm-tip-sets-us-2-us-15\"\u003eChiaogoo Red Cord interchangeable needles\u003c\/a\u003e. Check the needle set's included sizes against your pattern before choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your Ultimate Sock colorway and the quantity for your next project, and let us know if you'd like free winding.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Malabrigo","offers":[{"title":"5 Aniversario, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":40090631602262,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13 Oro Ult, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":47253169832251,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"035 Frank Ochre, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":50557449011515,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"063 Natural, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":50484634550587,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"069 Pearl, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":50484633010491,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"115 Old Rose, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":50340860854587,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"136 Sabiduria, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":50671146664251,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"139 Pocion, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":40090631635030,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"164 Sur, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":40090631667798,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"178 Unicorn Bark, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":45188627169595,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"214 Magenta, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":40090631700566,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"252 Wabi Sabi, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":40090631733334,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"334 Peggy, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":50958626324795,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"398 Rosalinda, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":44310817177915,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"416 Indiecita, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":40090631831638,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"611 Ravelry Red, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":50981216780603,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"658 Zinnias, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":50038065725755,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"684 Camaleon, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":40090631864406,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"736 Gloria, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":40090631897174,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"737 Patrick, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":50958627635515,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"862 Piedras, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":40090631929942,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"866 Arco Iris, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":40090631962710,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"875 Arapey, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":50958627897659,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"096 Sunset, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":51087607791931,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"195 Black, Ultimate Sock","offer_id":51186097226043,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0547\/3537\/products\/Under_the_Sea_Ultimate_Sock.png?v=1792114047","url":"https:\/\/www.appleyarns.live\/products\/malabrigo-ultimate-sock","provider":"Apple Yarns - Knitting - Yarn - Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}