Rewards
Written by Kate Curry
Banana fiber yarn is a type of yarn that you will not find in your average big-box yarn store. The silky feel of this yarn is enough to make you go wild for this yarn- the fact that it's vegan and sustainably sourced is an extra bonus! No banana trees were harmed in the making of this yarn! This soft and glossy yarn is a great yarn to have in your arsenal to diversify your ever-growing yarn collection.
What Is Banana Fiber?
Banana fiber yarn is made out of reclaimed and recycled viscose, which comes from treated cellulose. Once the viscose is spun into yarn, it is then hand dyed, wound, and weighed by our artisans.
Since banana fiber yarn is made of recycled cellulose fibers, this not only creates a gorgeous yarn, but also a renewable and sustainable yarn.
Oh! And it's also vegan & bio-degradable!
Tips & Tricks
Here are some tips and tricks to help you when you're working with our banana yarn!
Needle Size: US 7-9
Hook Size: US I, J, K
Gauge: 4 /3 sts per inch
Loom: Banana fiber works well on all basic circle and long looms
Texture: Soft & glossy, this yarn is similar in texture to bamboo yarn. It's incredibly soft to the touch, before use and after your project is finished! You may find that your finished project is a little stiff- but not to worry. The yarn softens as it is used and your project will soon relax. Due to the hand-spun nature of the yarn, some inconsistencies (like thick-thin spots) can occur!
Twisting: Sometimes your yarn will curl in on itself- but not to worry! You can untwist the yarn by twisting it in the opposite direction. This will straighten your yarn!
Tightness: While you are working, be conscious of your tightness. Unlike yarn that is made of plastic, banana fiber is not as elastic as acrylic based yarns. Working loosely while you craft is recommended.
Colorways: All of our banana fiber yarns are hand-dyed, so there can be some inconsistencies between dyelots. We recommend buying all the skeins you need for your project in one order so we can do our best to match them! If you find yourself needing more skeins, please email us a picture of your dyelot at info@darngoodyarn.com along with your order number, and we will do our best to match dyelots!
Physical Quality: Surprisingly soft! Reminiscent of Bamboo yarn - Hand-spun, so it may have some inconsistencies like thick and thin spots, or knots. This yarn will soften as you use it and will become even softer with time! This yarn is not only soft, but incredibly strong! I have never had this yarn break or tear while in the middle of a project!
How to clean: Hand wash cold, lay flat to dry or dry clean - dryer only on delicate cycle
How to unwind: Our banana fiber yarn is sold in hanks, so you will have to open the skein so the yarn is wrapped around your hands (as if you were about to put it on a swift). Look for a knot and gently untie it, don't cut it! From there you will have 2 ends.
Inspiration
We have a few incredible kits and patterns made with our banana fiber if you need a little inspiration!
Kate has been on the Darn Good Yarn team since 2018.
They have their degree in Creative Art Therapy & Psychology - and like crafting and animals a little too much.