What Is Superwash Yarn? Here’s Why I Chose It for Ewe Ewe Yarns
When I started Ewe Ewe Yarns, I had one big goal: to make yarns that are colorful, soft, and easy to love. That’s why I chose 100% superwash merino wool for all of my yarn lines — but what exactly is superwash yarn?
In my latest YouTube video, I’m diving into all the details of superwash wool, including:
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What makes it “superwash” in the first place
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How it’s treated to become machine washable
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Why it’s so often made from merino wool
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The perks of knitting (and gifting!) with it
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What to watch out for when using it
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And… a swatch experiment you’ve gotta see!
🎥 Watch the full video here:
👉 What Is Superwash Yarn? The Truth About Superwash Wool for Knitters
🧼 The Swatch Test: Will It Survive the Dryer?
To really put superwash yarn to the test, I knit two identical swatches with my Baa Baa Bulky yarn. One was gently blocked and laid flat to dry, and the other? I threw it in with five regular loads of laundry — washer, dryer, the works!
The results might surprise you. Spoiler alert: Baa Baa Bulky held up beautifully 💪
This kind of durability is exactly why I love superwash merino for baby knits, gifts, and everyday wear. You can give your handmade projects with confidence, knowing they won’t get ruined in the wash.
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🧶 Why Superwash Is at the Heart of Ewe Ewe
Every skein of Ewe Ewe yarn is made with 100% superwash merino wool. It’s soft enough for baby blankets, strong enough for socks, and totally approachable for new knitters.
Plus, it takes color beautifully — which makes my inner color nerd very happy 😄
Whether you’re knitting for yourself or someone you love, I want your finished projects to be joyful, easy to care for, and full of vibrant color.
Superwash helps make that happen.
💗 Want to Try It Yourself?
If you’re curious to knit with superwash yarn or just want to see the swatch experiment in action, check out the video and grab a few skeins to play with!
🧵 Shop all yarns here → eweewe.com
📺 Watch the video → YouTube: What Is Superwash Yarn?
Happy stitching,
Heather 💞
