The Manos Cooperatives were founded in 1968, begun by five women whose goal was to develop economic opportunities for women in a country where there were, and are still, few opportunities for work.
With each purchased skein of Manos del Uruguay yarn, you will be helping a woman to support her family. Each skein is signed, so you will know who made your yarn, and from which village it came. You will be supporting the hand-crafted rather than mass-produced, and contributing to an economy where the workers control of the means of production.
Alegría means "joy" in Spanish, and that's just what this hand-painted yarn is a true color celebration! Easy-care with a rich, cushy hand, Alegria...
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Elegant and refined, Fino combines the softness of merino wool with the luster of silk in a lightweight yarn that’s perfect for heirloom accessorie...
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Elegant and refined, Fino combines the softness of merino wool with the luster of silk in a lightweight yarn that’s perfect for heirloom accessorie...
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Cabrito is a laceweight kid mohair blend in beautiful space-dyed colors, from soft and subtle to bright and bold. Use it by itself for a gossamer-...
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We are taking preorders for Manos Cardo, so that you can get the sweater quantity you need, in the color you want. We anticipate your order will b...
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Note: The kit that matches the knitted sample is sold out. If that is your favorite, we suggest you opt for the Boudoir/Butternut. This is very clo...
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SUPERPOOL Sock Kit: A full skein of Alegria is dyed in bright swirling colors that are designed to stripe and pool! Each Superpool Kit comes with ...
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