Malabrigo Rasta Yo-Yo (199) brings sky blue, charcoal, and magenta pink together in a colorful super bulky Merino wool yarn. This hank turns a sensible winter hat into the one everybody asks about. Rich dark shades keep the brighter bits grounded; the big, soft stitches handle the cozy part.
Rasta is thick, softly spun, and ready to put some progress on your needles or hook. Its lightly fulled single-ply construction makes a plush fabric for cold-weather accessories, with large stitches that are easy to admire as you go.
Quick Yarn Details
- Brand and base: Malabrigo Rasta
- Colorway: Yo-Yo (199)
- Color: Multicolor
- Type: Hand-dyed knitting and crochet yarn
- Fiber: 100% premium Merino wool (non-superwash)
- Yarn weight: Super Bulky (Weight 6)
- Construction: Lightly fulled single ply with a twist
- Hank size: 150 g / approximately 5.29 oz
- Yardage: 90 yards / 82 meters
- Gauge: 8–10 stitches per 4 inches; swatch for your pattern
- Needles: US 13–19 / 9–15 mm
- Crochet hook: 10–15 mm
- Care: Hand wash cold; dry flat
Put It to Work
Let the variegated color carry a simple hat, cowl, or crochet scarf. Pair Yo-Yo with charcoal for a quiet anchor, or pull out its teal and purple tones in a two-color project.
Good to Know
This listing is for one 150g hank of Malabrigo Rasta Yo-Yo 199. Wind the hank into a ball or cake before use. Hand-dyed hanks vary, even within a dye lot. Buy enough for your whole project and alternate hanks every few rows to blend color shifts. Screen settings can affect how colors appear.
Frequently Asked Questions
What weight is Malabrigo Rasta?
Rasta is super bulky yarn, also called Weight 6. It is thicker than Malabrigo Worsted or Rios and needs a pattern written for super bulky yarn or a carefully checked gauge.
Is Malabrigo Rasta superwash?
No. Rasta is non-superwash Merino wool. Hand wash finished projects gently in cold water and lay flat to dry. Heat and agitation can cause additional felting.
How much yarn is in one hank?
Each 150g hank contains approximately 90 yards (82 meters). Some small accessory patterns use one hank; check your chosen size, gauge, and pattern yardage before ordering.
Can I crochet with Malabrigo Rasta?
Yes. A 10–15 mm hook is a starting point for this super bulky yarn. Adjust the hook size to suit your pattern and the fabric you want.
