Dyed Bamboo Top | Silky Bamboo Fibre for Spinning & Blending
Dyed Bamboo Top is a beautifully soft plant fibre prized for its silky sheen, elegant drape and luxurious feel. Whether spun on its own or blended with other fibres, bamboo adds exceptional lustre and fluidity to handspun yarns.
Available in a variety of vibrant colours, dyed bamboo is a favourite among hand spinners looking to create luminous yarns or add brilliance to wool, alpaca, silk and other natural fibres.
Its smooth texture and natural shine also make it an excellent choice for fibre blending and textile art projects.
Quick overview:
✔️ 100% bamboo fibre
✔️ Beautiful silky sheen
✔️ Ideal for spinning and fibre blending
✔️ Available in a range of dyed colours
✔️ 100 g package
Why choose bamboo fibre?
Bamboo fibre is valued for its natural shine, incredible softness and flowing drape. It produces elegant yarns with a silky appearance while adding brightness and smoothness to fibre blends.
- beautiful natural lustre
- exceptionally soft handle
- excellent drape
- lightweight and breathable
- adds shine to fibre blends
- rich, vibrant colours
Perfect for hand spinning
Bamboo can be spun on its own to create soft, lustrous yarns with beautiful drape. It is also widely blended with Merino, Polwarth, alpaca and other fibres to introduce subtle shine and a luxurious feel.
Its smooth fibres require slightly more drafting control than wool, rewarding experienced and adventurous spinners with stunning results.
Ideal for fibre blending
Dyed bamboo blends beautifully during carding or fibre preparation. It combines particularly well with:
- Merino wool
- Polwarth wool
- Corriedale wool
- Alpaca
- Silk
- Tencel
Specifications
- Material: 100% bamboo fibre
- Preparation: Dyed combed top
- Weight: 100 g
- Colours: Available in multiple colours
Why choose bamboo over other fibres?
| Feature | Bamboo Fibre |
|---|---|
| Lustre | ★★★★★ |
| Softness | ★★★★★ |
| Drape | ★★★★★ |
| Ease of spinning | ★★★☆☆ |
| Blending | ★★★★★ |
If you're looking for a fibre that adds shine, softness and elegant drape to your handspun yarns, bamboo is an excellent choice. It offers a luxurious appearance similar to silk while remaining an affordable option for fibre blending.
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Our opinion
Bamboo is one of our favourite fibres for adding natural shine to handspun yarns. Even a small percentage in a blend can dramatically change the appearance of the finished yarn, giving it a silky glow and elegant drape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can bamboo fibre be spun on its own?
Yes. Bamboo produces beautifully soft, lustrous yarns, although its smooth fibres require slightly more drafting control than wool.
Does bamboo felt?
No. Bamboo is a plant fibre and does not have the felting properties of animal fibres.
What fibres blend well with bamboo?
Bamboo blends exceptionally well with Merino, Polwarth, alpaca, silk and Tencel, adding shine and softness to the finished yarn.
Why add bamboo to a fibre blend?
It enhances lustre, improves drape and creates an exceptionally smooth, silky feel in handspun yarns.