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Friday, July 21, 2017 at 9:05 PM
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for a type of yarn that’s waterproof—meaning that if you knit a swimsuit or bikini out of it, you should be able to go in the water without any worries.
Do you know of anything like that?
Best regards, Petra
I’m looking for a type of yarn that’s waterproof—meaning that if you knit a swimsuit or bikini out of it, you should be able to go in the water without any worries.
Do you know of anything like that?
Best regards, Petra
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Friday, July 21, 2017 at 9:51 PM
Well, I don’t think there’s anything like that. In all the years I’ve been doing needlework, bikinis and similar items have always been just for sunbathing.
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Friday, July 21, 2017 at 10:14 PM
Hi Petra,
well, I’m not sure if there’s anything specific out there either. Are you worried about it stretching out when it gets wet?
Best, Caro
well, I’m not sure if there’s anything specific out there either. Are you worried about it stretching out when it gets wet?
Best, Caro
Friday, July 21, 2017 at 10:20 PM
Yes, my main concern is that the garment stays where it’s supposed to and doesn’t slip down a few centimeters.
I just read that you might be able to use something with a very high spandex content—what’s available?
Petra
I just read that you might be able to use something with a very high spandex content—what’s available?
Petra
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Friday, July 21, 2017 at 10:55 PM
I had a look: either synthetic yarn or a natural fiber blend with synthetic content, if the bikini is also meant to be used for swimming.
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Saturday, July 22, 2017 at 7:37 AM
Also, with almost all the yarns I know of, there’s a risk that the colors will fade.
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Saturday, July 22, 2017 at 7:56 AM
Maybe it would also make sense to thread elastic cord through all the outer edges. Why not try making a simple pair of panties with synthetic yarn and put it to the test in the shower or bathtub?
Regards, Caro
Regards, Caro
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Saturday, July 22, 2017 at 9:21 PM
@Petra
Cotton—oh dear…
Wool—oh dear…
You could try stretch sock yarn (with a cotton blend). I’d definitely secure it with elastic ;-)
Best regards, Traudelina
Cotton—oh dear…
Wool—oh dear…
You could try stretch sock yarn (with a cotton blend). I’d definitely secure it with elastic ;-)
Best regards, Traudelina
Saturday, July 22, 2017 at 10:55 PM
Thank you all for your kind and quick replies. I do have a little time—I won’t need it until next year. Still, it’s something to think about.
Petra
Petra
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Sunday, July 23, 2017 at 7:16 PM
I recently read somewhere about a new type of wool… it was called cork wool… it’s supposed to be waterproof and water-repellent… I just can’t remember exactly where…
Best regards, Andreas
Best regards, Andreas
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Dear Mel,
thank you for this post—I found it really interesting.
Petra
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