Meet Torzal: A New Twist on Sport Weight Merino
At Malabrigo, color has always been at the heart of every skein. Paired with the softness of Merino, it's what makes our yarns instantly recognizable. But every once in a while, a new yarn comes along that lets you experience those familiar qualities in a completely different way.
Meet Torzal.
A sport/dk weight yarn made from 100% Superwash Merino, Torzal transforms our signature colorways through a unique two-ply construction that creates depth, movement, and an organic, handspun-inspired look. The result is a yarn that's soft, expressive, and full of surprises - bringing every stitch to life.
A Different Way of Seeing Color
Torzal begins long before the yarn is spun.
Instead of dyeing finished yarn, we dye the fiber itself, allowing color to become part of every strand before the yarn even exists.
Then comes the twist.
Two plies of the same signature Malabrigo colorway are spun together, but because each dyed strand is unique, they never line up exactly the same way. As they twist around one another, they create gentle shifts of color, light, and texture that continue throughout the skein.
The result is subtle but full of movement, with the organic character of handspun yarn while remaining beautifully consistent to knit or crochet.
And because those dyed fibers twist together differently every time, no two Torzal skeins are exactly alike. Even within the same colorway, each skein reveals its own balance of colors and transitions, making every project uniquely yours.
Familiar Colorways, New Personalities
Torzal is available in 16 signature Malabrigo colorways, but don't expect them to look exactly as they do on another base.
The unique construction gives familiar shades a new voice. Some colors become softer, others reveal unexpected depth, and the shifting twist creates subtle variations that make every skein feel alive.
It's a reminder that color isn't only about dye - it's also about the way a yarn is built.
Soft, Textured, and a Joy to Knit
Beyond its unique appearance, Torzal is simply wonderful to work with.
Its sport weight construction creates fabric with beautiful stitch definition, making knit and crochet textures stand out while still feeling soft and comfortable against the skin.
Whether you're working cables, lace, ribbing, or simple stockinette, the gentle depth created by the twisted plies gives every project extra dimension. It's a yarn you'll reach for when you want texture without bulk and color with quiet complexity.
Think:
Lightweight sweaters
Shawls and wraps
Cardigans
Hats and accessories
Textured stitch patterns
Everyday garments you'll wear season after season
Yarn Details:
Yarn Weight: Sport / DK
Yarn Texture: 2-ply
Yardage/Meters: 160 yards (146 meters)
Skein Weight: 50 grams
Gauge: 23 to 26 sts = 4 inches
Needle Size: US 3 - 7 or 3.25 - 4.5mm
Content: 100% Superwash Merino Wool
Care: Machine washable, gentle cycle, cold water, do not tumble, dry flat
Discover Torzal
Every Torzal skein is a little different. Every project tells its own story. And every stitch reveals something new.
Visit your favorite local yarn shop — use our store locator to find a Malabrigo retailer near you and discover Torzal for yourself.