Looking for Summer Yarn

Hi everyone, 

I’m looking for a nice summer-friendly yarn. No cotton, or if so, only as a blend—and definitely no acrylic.
It should be light and soft.
I’m planning to knit a tunic.

Can you recommend anything? Bamboo, linen...?

I’d appreciate any suggestions. :-)

Best regards 
Michaela 

Hi Michaela,

I’m currently knitting a children’s sweater with Silky Spray microfibre from Bellalana

It’s incredibly soft and a joy to knit with.

Best wishes,
Birgit

It’s tricky if you don’t want cotton. Something I used recently and was really thrilled with was “Java” by ONLine. It does contain some cotton, but it’s blended with viscose—a thin, lightweight yarn with a long yardage that feels very soft.

Thank you both.
A cotton blend would definitely be an option. I just don’t want pure cotton, since that often feels too heavy to me. 

Hey there!

This is my first time working with bamboo yarn!
Super light, super soft… the bamboo yarn I have here is quite thin (needle size 2–3), which is why I think it’s also perfect for summer clothes.

Best regards

I’m also a fan of bamboo-blend sock yarn for summer. Bamboo keeps you cool in summer, and the yarn is soft and breathable. I found some at Kaufring last weekend.

Best regards
Jana

@Nina
What kind of yarn do you have? 

Good morning,

the yarn is called "Alize Bamboo fine", 440m/100g.
I used a colorful gradient yarn, but it’s also available in solid colors.

Best regards - Nina

@Nina
Ah, that one’s already been recommended to me. Thanks! :-)

Hi Michaela,
the 100% cotton “Bobbel Cotton” by Veronika Hug/ProLana is super soft and not heavy at all:
200 g – 800 m – it’s truly gorgeous and has great color gradients. Usually, one skein is enough for one triangular shawl. Depending on the size and style (lots of openwork?), one skein might even be enough for a tunic.
Best
wishes, Traudelina

Hi Traudi,

I’ve worked with so many yarn cakes by now. I’d like to use twisted yarn again. ;-)
I ordered Alize’s “Bamboo” today. I’m already excited to see what it’s like. :-)

Best regards, Michaela 

Nice, nice — well then, have lots of fun :-)