Sasawashi Bamboo is a completely natural raffia-like yarn which is so much fun to knit, crochet, weave or craft with!
Smooth and supple to the touch, Sasawashi has a cord-like appearance and is super easy to work with and just perfect for summer hats, bags and baskets.
This fascinating yarn can be used just like raffia and is available in a range of gorgeous colors.
Vegan yarn
Breathes naturally and is smooth against the skin
Water repellent, anti-bacterial and UV resistant
Made from the Bear Bamboo (Kumusasa) plant which grows only above 1000 metres elevation.
This completely natural yarn is made by Yokota Daruma who have been making hand knitting yarn and sewing threads in Japan since 1901.
Browse our Inspirations page for creative ideas for our fabulous yarns
The Details
100% KUMASASA bamboo
Weight: 25gm / 0.9oz
Length: approx. 48m / 52.5 yards
Needle/Hook: 5 - 8mm
Dyed with AZO-free dyes - eco-friendly and non-toxic
Nice to Know
All ORA orders are packed in a gorgeous unbleached, calico drawstring bag
All ORA yarns are stored away from the sunlight and in a pet free and smoke free environment
Care
Hand wipe with damp cloth
