All about bamboo yarn

Sun and water are natural sources of bamboo growth. After splitting, raw materials are obtained from which bamboo yarn is made - one of the most environmentally friendly and hypoallergenic.

There are many, both positive and negative opinions about the properties of bamboo yarn.

Pros:

• the composition is environmentally friendly;
• good ventilation, increased hygroscopicity and unique bactericidal qualities;
• impermeability to ultraviolet radiation;
• delicate threads do not injure the skin at all and do not cause allergic reactions;
• visual positive effect: unobtrusive shine resembles silk, and the structure of the fiber allows you to dye the threads in any colors that do not fade or fade in the sun.

Minuses:

• in the process of knitting, the threads can get tangled, the appearance of stretched loops is possible;
• an elastic band made of 100% bamboo turns out to be elastic, braids and complex openwork knitting are also unsuccessful;
• if knitting is too loose, the fabric can stretch under its own weight;
• with improper care, the finished product stretches, quickly loses its original appearance, puffs and pellets may appear.

The production of bamboo yarn is one of the popular activities of many manufacturers. Let's note some of them.

• Alize. This Turkish company is the most popular manufacturer of bamboo yarns. The products are distinguished by a wide assortment, high quality and low price of goods. In particular, Alize Baby Best threads, which are positioned as exclusively children's yarn, are very popular among needlewomen.

• Vita - a German company producing blended yarns.The yarn meets the high European quality standards.

• Trinity worsted factory Is a Russian company that creates exclusive yarns that are in great demand.

In order to avoid troubles when working with bamboo yarn, it is necessary to deliberately approach the choice of the model, the method of knitting and the choice of the tool.

When working, knitting needles and hooks are required that are 1-2 mm smaller than the size of the thread. A thinner tool will prevent stretching. Wooden knitting needles will not work, the best option is absolutely smooth (no chipping or chipping) metal or plastic tools.

Experienced needlewomen advise using other, less smooth threads to tie the armholes of the sleeves and necks. Monofilament or a hat elastic may be a good choice. This will prevent the product from stretching.

Pay attention to blended yarns.

• Acrylic in combination with bamboo will give the product durability and will not allow it to stretch, and pellets will not form. The optimal ratio of bamboo to acrylic is 60/40.
• Adding linen to the yarn is ideal. Linen will stiffen the yarn, keeping the original shape of the product, while bamboo will keep it soft and silky.
• Mixing with wool is an excellent solution for hand knitting warm garments. The threads of merino wool, camel, alpaca will give warmth, and bamboo will decorate the yarn with a shiny silkiness. Typically, such yarn contains no more than 10% bamboo and up to 45% of artificial fibers (acrylic, polyamide) are added, which make it easier to care for the product and lengthen its useful life;
• Bamboo threads in combination with polyamide will prevent the loops from stretching, and the edges of the product will not curl.

Summer things are most often knitted from bamboo yarn: tunics, sundresses, pareos. It is best if acrylic is added to the yarn.

For to avoid stretching the fabric, it is preferable to use garter stitch when knitting or an ordinary mesh when crocheting. Products that do not require clarity of shape will look best: voluminous tunics, scarves, shawls, shawls.

For the cold season, you can knit products from a yarn combining bamboo and wool. The woolen thread can be pricked, so underwear and products for children will be uncomfortable. It can be cardigans, coats, vests, hats, scarves. Bamboo yarn is so perfect that things are knitted from it even for newborns.

The sun in every strand of bamboo yarn inspires needlewomen to create amazing products that combine beauty with care for the health of those for whom they are knitted.