Manos del Uruguay Fino Yarn

Manos del Uruguay Fino is a beautifully soft, hand-dyed fingering-weight yarn made from 100% extra-fine merino wool. Lightweight yet cozy, this yarn is known for its smooth stitch definition, gentle drape, and rich, nuanced colorways that make every project feel special.

Hand-dyed in small batches by artisans in Uruguay, each skein reflects Manos del Uruguay’s long-standing commitment to fair trade practices and sustainable craftsmanship. Subtle variations in color are part of what makes this yarn so special—no two skeins are ever exactly alike.

Fino is a dream to work with and perfect for projects worn close to the skin, offering warmth without bulk and a luxuriously soft feel.

Perfect for:

• Shawls & wraps
• Socks
• Lightweight sweaters & garments
• Baby items & accessories
• Intricate stitch patterns and colorwork

✨ Because this yarn is hand-dyed, we recommend alternating skeins for larger projects to ensure even color distribution.

🌈 Color & Care Notes

Each skein of Manos del Uruguay Fino is hand-dyed in small batches, which means subtle color variations are part of its charm. Even skeins from the same dye lot may show slight differences — this is normal and expected with artisan-dyed yarn.

For larger projects, we recommend alternating skeins every few rows to create a smooth, balanced look throughout your finished piece.

To keep your hand-knit items looking their best, hand wash gently in cold water and lay flat to dry. Like most richly dyed merino yarns, some colors may release a bit of excess dye during the first wash — especially deeper or more saturated shades. A gentle wash will take care of that beautifully.

Treat it with care, and this yarn will reward you with softness, warmth, and color that lasts.

Manos del Uruguay was born in 1968 out of a simple question: How can we improve the quality of life of Uruguay's rural women? 

The answer was in handcrafts, using skills inherited from our mothers and grandmothers and the raw material that we had at hand: wool. 

That's how Manos del Uruguay was founded, to give Uruguay's rural women jobs, that would mean, not just an income, but also an opportunity to personally develop and gain independence, keeping their roots and traditions, close to their community and families.