The eco-friendly trend is reaching across nearly every trade, including the yarn industry. Craftspeople, hobbyists and manufacturers are all starting to adopt alternative yarns in order to meet the growing demand for materials that leave a very small eco footprint. What have made them so successful however are not just their nature friendly practices, but for the high quality they have been able to achieve.
Materials that you may never have thought of before as potential fabrics, such as soy and corn, have been appropriated to create beautiful and soft yarn. Bamboo is also one of the most popular alternatives these days, as it can be used for nearly every eco friendly practice including creating yarn. More and more people are asking for a higher standard, chemical-free process for longstanding materials like cotton and wool – organic versions of these are certified to be devoid of antibiotics, hormones and are also cruelty free. Recycled fabrics are also incredibly popular as they help reduce waste.
What has been most surprising however is the durability and texture of eco friendly yarns. Bamboo yarn for example is incredibly silky and soft to the touch, and feels as refined as any other high-grade fabric. Many in fact believe that organic cotton and wool are of better quality than their non-organic counterparts. But nearly everyone who uses eco friendly yarn gets the added satisfaction of knowing that the materials they are using are doing their part to save the planet.
The future of eco friendly yarns looks bright. An increasing number of people are committing themselves to adhering to eco friendly practices in every aspect of their lives, and soon this trend is expected to be an enduring way of life. Best of all, they feel great to the touch, and make you feel good on the inside too.
