You can Knit or Crochet with Bamboo
Yes it is really possible create beautiful handmade projects using bamboo yarn. Many of the Bamboo yarns have a beautiful luster, color and sheen to the fiber; the yarn is also very soft like silk, but without the price tag of silk.
In addition bamboo is luxurious like silk, but much less expensive. Plus as a renewable resource is good for the environment. You can give a "green" gift this year, by giving Bamboo Yarn to your favorite Yarn enthusiast.
Read on for the answers to many of the questions asked about using bamboo yarns and try using some of this eco-friendly yarn.
You'll be hooked on the unique qualities of Bamboo Yarn in no time, while using a renewable resource.
Image Source: Modified Microsoft Image. Just Bamboo Yarn.
Bamboo Yarn - A Trendy New Fiber
Bamboo is a new option for knitters and crocheters, recently being introduced as a new eco-friendly fiber. It is a perfect gift for your favorite knitter or crocheter.I've used some of the Bamboo yarn to create knitting projects. I found bamboo yarn very fun to work with; it is very soft to the touch and knits up beautifully, especially if knitted on bamboo needles.
Bamboo yarn has a beautiful sheen and is available in a variety of colors. The yarn is very pleasing to work with and because it is soft to the touch can be used year round.
Image Source: Eco Designz. Spun Bamboo.
Bamboo FAQ's
Questions about Bamboo and Bamboo Yarn
- Did you know...? Facts about Bamboo.
- Did you know...? Facts about Bamboo Yarn.
- What do I need to do Bamboo?
- What kind of yarns are made from Bamboo?
- Where can I find Bamboo Yarn?
- Where can I find Bamboo Knitting Needles?
- Where can I find Bamboo Crochet Hooks?
- Where can I keep my Bamboo Yarn?
- What can I do with my Bamboo Yarn?
- What else can I wear with my Bamboo Yarn?
- Where can I find reviews about Bamboo Yarn?
- Where can I find out more about Bamboo?
Did You Know...? Facts About Bamboo
- "Did you know bamboo isn't really a tree?"
Image Source: Io foto. Bamboo Forest. Royalty Free Use.
- Bamboo is a grass, not a tree.
- Bamboo is the fastest growing plant known. It can can grow up to a foot a day.
- Bamboo is an eco-friendly resource, requiring no pesticides or fertilizers to grow.
- Bamboo is 100% biodegradeable.
- Bamboo is an endless renewable or replenishable resource.
- Once cut, Bamboo grows a new shoot from its extensive root system and bamboo renews itself.
- Bamboo is naturally non-allergenic.
- Bamboo helps the air we breathe, releasing 35% more oxygen than equivalent amount of trees.
Did you know...? Facts about Bamboo Yarn.
- Bamboo yarn has a beautiful sheen and shimmer to it, resembling silk yarns.
- Bamboo yarn is silky and soft to touch.
- Bamboo yarn has a wonderful drape to it, so the yarn works well in sweaters, tops, dresses and skirts.
- Bamboo yarn is naturally anti-bacterial.
- Bamboo yarn is hypo-allergenic.
- Bamboo is more breathable than cotton.
- Bamboo is itch-free.
What do I need to do Bamboo?
Start with the yarn and go from there.
It's nice to use Bamboo knitting needles or bamboo crochet hooks with your Bamboo yarn.
- Yarn
- Knitting Needles or Crochet Hook
- Project idea
- Pattern
- Project time
Bamboo Yarn Available on Amazon
What kind of yarns are made from Bamboo?
Types of Bamboo Yarns Available
- Bernat Bamboo Chunky Yarn
- Rowan Bamboo Tape Yarn
- Southwest Trading Company Bamboo Yarn
- Ornaghi Filati Bamboo Yarn
- Berroco Bonsai
- Yarn Cloud Bamboo
- Plymouth Royal Bamboo
- MeiMei Bamboo Silk
- Classic Elite Bamboo
- Alchemy Bamboo
- Crystal Palace Panda Cotton Solid
- Tahki Yarns Bali
- EcoDesignz Spun Bamboo
- Blue Moon Fiber Arts Bambu
- Cleckheaton Bamboo
An Excellent Book on Working with Bamboo and Other Non-Wool Yarns
No Sheep for You: Knit Happy with Cotton, Silk, Linen, Hemp, Bamboo & Other Delights
Amazon Price: $19.62 (as of 12/08/2009)
Amy R. Singer, editor of Knitty the online magazine, allergies to wool let her to explore other non-wool options for knitting.
Her how-to guide teaches all about non-wool yarns, focusing on plant fibers including cotton, linen, hemp, soy, bamboo, Tencel, rayon, silk and the new synthetics.
Where can I find Bamboo Yarn?
I've pulled together resources online from Amazon and eBay for Bamboo Yarn.
Bamboo Knitting Needles
Available on Amazon
I really like using bamboo or wooden knitting needles. They are much warmer during the winter months so my hands don't get as cold when knitting.
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Clover Bamboo Double Point Knitting Needles 7" Set Of 5-Size 7
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7 Bamboo Knit Ndl-Dbl Sz6 5/Pk Takumi
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Clover Bamboo Double Point Knitting Needles 7" Set Of 5-Size 8
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Clover Takumi 5-Inch Double point, Size 8
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Boye Balene II Double Point Knitting Needles 7 Inch - Size 6
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Boye Balene II Double Point Knitting Needles 7 Inch - Size 7
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Boye Balene II Double Point Knitting Needles 7 Inch - Size 4
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Bamboo Crochet Hooks
Available on Amazon
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Bamboo Crochet Hook-Size F5 4.0mm
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Bamboo Crochet Hook-Size H8 5.0mm
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Susan Bates Bamboo Crochet Hook 5-1/2"-Size F 5
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Susan Bates Bamboo Crochet Hook 5-1/2"-Size G 6
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What can I do with my Bamboo?
- Scarf
- Hat
- Purse
- Tank Top
- Sweater
- Socks
- Shawl
- Belt
- Blanket
- Child's hat
- Child's sweater
- Baby blanket
Bamboo Yarn Available on eBay
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What else can I wear with my Bamboo Yarn?
World of Good Available on Amazon
Bamboo is being used for many different kinds of items, these come from "World of Good" who create opportunities for hundreds of artisan cooperatives around the world.
Bamboo Yarns for Eco-friendly Projects
Available on Amazon
Create eco-friendly projects by using yarn made from bamboo, a renewable resource.
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Bernat Bamboo Chunky Yarn-Lotus
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Bernat Bamboo Chunky Yarn-Ginger
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More Bamboo Yarn on eBay
100% Bamboo Yarn options. See the eBaby store for more color choices.
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- Yarn Review - New Bamboo
- From KnittingWisdom.com a review on New Bamboo Yarn.
- Eco-friendly yarn review
- A review on Eco-friendly yarn - bamboo.
- Yarn Review: Rowan Bamboo Tape
- Review of Rowan Bamboo Tape from Stream of Consciousness.
- YarnTraders
- A review on Bamboo Yarn from Yarn Traders of New Zealand.
Baby Bamboo Yarn on eBay
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Bamboo and Lacquer. No Hot Foods or Liquids. Dark Orange Salad Bowl-with Handles "Bamboolic...
Amazon Price: (as of 12/08/2009)
List Price:
A beautiful bamboo and lacquer bowl for holding and carrying your bamboo yarn project.
The bowl is handcrafted in Vietman and is a Fair Trade item. Measures 12.5 x 12 x 5.5 inches so it's a perfect size for holding your latest work in progress project.
Price: $34.95
Where can I keep my Bamboo Yarn?
Available on Amazon
Handpainted Bamboo and Wool Yarns Available on eBay
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Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Bamboo Yarn
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Bamboo is a naturally eco-friendly fiber that requires no pesticides or fertilizers to grow. It is also extremely replenishable. Bamboo is strong as steel, but when spun into a fiber, it becomes as soft as silk. It is a natural luxury yarn ideal for...
Wool and Bamboo Yarn Available on eBay
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That's Bamboo? Wow!
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Bamboo is the eco-wonder of the world. It pumps oxygen into the air faster than trees, feeds the hungry, clothes the body, soothes the ear, carries water, digs potatoes, shelters the homeless as well as the privileged, and in case all that is not eno...
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Bamboo Headquarters
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Bamboo Headquarters A group for bamboo lenses. If you love bamboo and promote its many uses while protecting its native plantations we'd love you in our group. Image courtesy Free Nature Pic...
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Just the Facts: BAMBOO
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BAMBOO is found in tropical (a few species are subtropical) areas around the world. Seeing the grass in our yards, it's hard to believe that bamboo is also a grass. The stems, called culms for BAMBOO, of some species can reach to over 100...
Is Bamboo Yarn or Fiber Flammable?
After researching the Internet, I would have to say that the answer is "Maybe."
I found the following information on the Bamboo Clothes site (they also sell Bamboo yarn):
Almost all polyester/cotton blend fabrics are finished with formaldehyde, a carcinogen, added to make fabrics wrinkle or flame resistant. Our bamboo blends have no such chemical applications, and are all in compliance with, and have passed, the Class 1 flammability requirements for JCPenney, the Flammable Fabrics Act and Standard for the Flammability of Clothing Textiles.
In contrast, one reviewer posted on the Knitter's Review forum that they thought Bamboo yarn had a tendency to flare.
You could try an experiment (carefully) like the Knitting Fiend to see how easily (or not) bamboo yarn catches on fire.
The safest bet, if you are concerned about bamboo yarn not being flame resistant, is to use bamboo yarn for clothes instead of for bedding.
- About Bamboo Yarn - From Bamboo Clothes
- More information about Bamboo fiber and yarn.
- Knitter's Review Forums - Southwest Trading Co's BAMBOO yarn
- A discussion about Bamboo Yarn from the Knitter's Review forum.
- The Knitting Fiend - Burn Baby Burn!
- Information on the Knitting Fiend burning yarn experiment.
Reader Feedback on the Bamboo Yarn Lens
Leave your comments, thoughts and feedback
Have you made anything with Bamboo Yarn?
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- greengecko greengecko Aug 20, 2008 @ 12:20 pm
- Great lens and thank you for adding it to my group "Green Things to Covet". I think bamboo is safe for baby blankets. I've written a web page about it: www.greenfootsteps.com/baby-blanket-materials.html and I've just emailed a retailer to find out for sure. I'll post again when I find out more.
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- Mar1anneC Mar1anneC Aug 16, 2008 @ 9:40 am
- Nice lens. I am allergic to wool so I like to use cotton and I have some bamboo to try.
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- Classic Classic Jan 5, 2008 @ 6:31 pm
- That is highly interesting! I gave you 5 *s. Please visit some of mine if you have time! Thank you!
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- daoine daoine Dec 16, 2007 @ 7:00 pm
- I think I've found my new favourite trend, but I am interested to find out how flammable bamboo yarn is. Is it safe to use for baby blankets, for example?
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- Bernard-K Bernard-K Dec 16, 2007 @ 6:28 am
- Hi, nice crochet lens you've got here. Check out my website on how to crochet and crochet tips. Thanks.
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