Manos Alegria Grande Yarn - Orla - On Sale
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A Worsted Weight Version of the Beloved Alegría Yarn
On sale for limited time only
Alegría Grande brings the brilliant hand-dyed colours and luxurious softness of Manos' popular Alegría yarn in a worsted weight for quicker, more satisfying projects. Perfect for beginners and experienced knitters alike who love to create and gift beautiful accessories.
Each 100g skein is hand-dyed by women artisans in rural Uruguay and signed with the maker's name and cooperative location—connecting you directly to the hands that crafted your yarn.
What's Included
- 1 skein of Manos Alegria Grande yarn Colour Orla
- 100g / 200 metres (219 yards)
- Artisan signature tag with cooperative location
Yarn Specifications
- Weight: Worsted
- Fibre Content: 75% Superwash Merino / 25% Nylon
- Yardage: 200 metres (219 yards) per 100g skein
- Recommended Needles: 4-5mm (US 6-8)
- Gauge: 18-20 stitches over 10cm (4 inches)
- Care: Machine washable (superwash treatment)
- Finish: Hand-dyed for unique colour variation
Why You'll Love It
The superwash merino provides incredible softness and vibrant colour saturation, whilst the nylon adds strength, bounce, and durability. Ideal for accessories, garments, and gifts that need regular washing. The worsted weight works up quickly without sacrificing the rich, saturated colours Manos is known for.
👉You can check out our full range of Manos Alegria Grande Yarns here
Need a Finer Weight?
Looking for sock weight? Try Manos Alegria 4-ply Sock Yarn the fingering weight version of this beloved yarn (100g/405m). Perfect for detailed socks, delicate shawls, and lightweight garments with the same beautiful hand-dyed Fair Trade quality.
About Manos del Uruguay
This yarn was created to provide jobs for women in their rural hometowns in Uruguay. Manos became a member of the World Fair Trade Organisation in 2009. They spin and dye their yarns in cooperatives located in small towns throughout Uruguay's countryside, supporting sustainable livelihoods and preserving traditional craft skills.
Perfect For
Quick knits, accessories, cowls, hats, mittens, baby garments, colourwork, and gift projects. Beginner-friendly gauge and care.
Care instructions: Cool Machine Wash 30 degC
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WTO Fair Trade
Superwash
Less Chemicals
Stain Resistant
No Ironing
WTO Fair Trade
Superwash
Less Chemicals
Stain Resistant
No Ironing
WTO Fair Trade
Superwash
Less Chemicals
Stain Resistant
No Ironing
WTO Fair Trade
Superwash
Less Chemicals
Stain Resistant
No Ironing
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Frequently Asked Questions
Natural fibers are biodegradable and decompose naturally, unlike synthetic fibers, which take over 200 years to degrade. During this time, they contribute to landfill waste, release greenhouse gases, and leach toxic chemicals into the environment.
Alpaca material is stain-resistant, which means that it needs less washing and is less likely to get ruined by stains … and alpaca is stain-resistant without having chemicals and coatings added to it to make it so.
Sustainable Fashion Story
Alpaca yarn is naturally wrinkle-resistant, eliminating the need for ironing and reducing energy consumption. This helps lower carbon emissions, with ironing estimated to produce 190 kg of CO₂ per person annually.
Unlike sheep and goats, alpacas graze sustainably by trimming grass instead of uprooting it. This allows the grass to regrow naturally, preserving the soil and supporting healthy ecosystems.




