{"product_id":"malabrigo-vientos-100g","title":"Malabrigo Vientos — 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eVientos is Malabrigo's bulky weight, released to mark their twentieth anniversary — the name means winds in Spanish, and the yarn was designed to defy them. It is 100% superwash merino in a two-ply construction, which gives it more structure and resilience than the single-ply Malabrigo ranges while keeping all the softness and colour depth the brand is known for. The two plies create a subtle textural interplay in the skein that catches the light differently from every angle, and which becomes particularly expressive in cables and textured stitch patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt bulky weight it knits up quickly — genuinely quick, in the way that makes a project feel satisfying rather than interminable — and the superwash treatment means the finished piece can be machine washed on a cold delicate cycle, which matters considerably for anything worn in actual Yorkshire weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe stock five colourways: Zinnias (a vibrant magenta-pink), Pisces (a deep teal-blue), Indonesia (a rich jewel blue), Forest (a deep forest green), and Vicennial (a celebratory multi-tonal colourway marking Malabrigo's 20th anniversary). As with all hand-dyed yarns, subtle variation between skeins is expected — buy enough for your project in one go and alternate skeins as you work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposition: 100% Superwash Merino Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: Bulky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Two-ply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkein weight: 100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYardage: 130 yards \/ 119 metres per skein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended needle size: 6–8mm (US 10–11)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-dyed in Uruguay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 colourways available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash in cold water with a gentle wool wash. May be machine washed cold on a delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Vientos best suited to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt bulky weight with 130 yards per skein, Vientos is particularly well suited to accessories — cowls, hats, mittens — and quick-knit garments where you want impact without months of commitment. Cables and textured stitch patterns show up beautifully in the two-ply structure. It also works well for chunky blanket squares and home accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many skeins do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hat typically takes 1–2 skeins. A cowl takes 2–3 skeins. A simple adult sweater in bulky weight will typically need 6–9 skeins depending on size. Always check your pattern for the specific yardage required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it really machine washable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the superwash treatment allows machine washing on a cold delicate cycle. Laying flat to dry is strongly recommended over tumble drying, which can cause felting even in superwash yarns at high heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does two-ply mean and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA two-ply yarn is made from two individual strands of spun fibre twisted together. Compared to a single-ply yarn of the same weight, a two-ply is more durable, holds its shape better, and has a more consistent stitch definition. It is also less prone to splitting under the needle. For Vientos specifically, the two plies also create a subtle textural depth in the colour that single-ply skeins don't produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Vicennial?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVicennial is a special colourway created by Malabrigo to mark their twentieth anniversary — vicennial means relating to a twenty-year period. It is a multi-tonal colourway characteristic of a celebratory limited release rather than a standard catalogue colour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Malabrigo","offers":[{"title":"Zinnias","offer_id":57516933251447,"sku":null,"price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pisces","offer_id":57516933284215,"sku":null,"price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Indonesia","offer_id":57516933316983,"sku":null,"price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Forest","offer_id":57516933349751,"sku":null,"price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vicennial","offer_id":57516933382519,"sku":null,"price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0076\/2288\/5428\/files\/zinnias.avif?v=1791363108","url":"https:\/\/craftandcanvas.co.uk\/products\/malabrigo-vientos-100g","provider":"Craft and Canvas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}