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By popular request: Malabrigo Ultimate Sock .
Malabrigo's newest sock yarn, extra strong thanks to 25% nylon .
Ultimate Sock combines 75% superwash merino wool with 25% nylon . This gives you the softness and rich colors of Malabrigo, with the durability socks demand. Perfect for socks that will actually be worn, but also beautiful for scarves, lightweight sweaters, and cardigans.
As always, Ultimate Sock is hand-dyed in deep, vibrant colors with subtle variations. The yarn also pairs beautifully with Malabrigo Sock for colorwork, stripes, or contrast details.
Full string
• Weight / length: 100 g = ± 385 m
• Composition: 75% superwash merino wool, 25% nylon
Mini strands
Mini skeins are also available for some colours.
These minis are ideal for contrasts, borders, heels and toes, or small pops of color in larger projects.
• Weight / length: 20 g = ± 77 m
• Composition: 75% superwash merino wool, 25% nylon
👉 The price listed is per skein (full size or mini, depending on your choice).
Why choose Ultimate Sock
– Stronger and more durable than classic sock yarn
– Soft, comfortable and skin-friendly
– Hand-painted in expressive Malabrigo colours
– Available in full strands and mini strands
Care
Machine wash on delicate cycle, cold – lay flat to dry.
Need color advice?
Are you curious about how this color combines with other shades?
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New color 2024: Old rose

Ultimate sock is a 4-ply yarn with 385 meters of yarn per skein and available in 30 beautiful colors, including classics like Aniversario and Frank Ochre, as well as new colors like Patrick, Gloria, and Zinnia.

The colors in the photos are indicative; the color of hand-dyed wool may vary from delivery to delivery. Order enough for your entire project now.
Stitch ratio
• ± 28–32 stitches = 10 cm
(needle size 2.25–3.25 mm, depending on pattern and knitting style)
Please note: socks often require a tighter gauge than scarves or other accessories.
Specifications Wool
Wool thickness: Fingering
Texture: 4 wires
Running length: 385 meters
Weight: 100 grams (full skein) and 20 grams (mini skein)
Needle: 2.25 - 3.25mm
Crochet hook: 2.25-3.5 mm
Compound: 75% Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Nylon
Care: Machine washable, gentle cycle, cold water, do not tumble dry, dry flat.
Patterns
Old Rose Socks pattern

Malabrigo Ultimate Sock in Valentina. Pattern available on Ravelry.

Malabrigo Ultimate Sock in Magenta. Pattern on Ravelry.

Malabrigo Ultimate Sock in Neverland. Pattern on Ravelry.

Malabrigo Ultimate Sock in color Pascal. Pattern on Ravelry.

Malabrigo Ultimate Sock in Natural. Pattern on Ravelry.

Pattern for sale on Ravelry