But that doesn’t mean knitting has to end! Summer is the perfect time for knitting quick projects like socks, tanks & tees, bags and more! Even if you don’t have air conditioning, these knits won’t overheat you if you choose cooler fibers!

We all know about cotton, but have you tried bamboo? Silky soft with a lovely drape, bamboo is perfect for summer knits! Besides being a renewable resource, bamboo is also naturally anti-bacterial and non-allergenic!

One of the newest bamboos is from Rowan - Bamboo Tape! This ribbon yarn is about 4mm wide and comes in some lovely Rowan-esque shades:

You’ll find 12 patterns for this lovely yarn in The Bamboo Tape Collection, also available in-store. Click here for a sneak peek at five of the patterns in this book!

Not so new, but certainly a classic, is Classic Elite’s Bam Boo in both solids and variegated shades!

Patterns for Bam Boo are to be found within CE’s booklets #9072 River and #9062 Farm, available in-store:

NOTE: Oh, we’re such teases…apparently #9062 Farm is out of print! HOWEVER, we do have a few copies left, so if you want it, come and get ‘em before they are gone!

For a luxurious worsted weight bamboo, look no further Plymouth Royal Bamboo!

Royal Bamboo is SO silky soft and comes in a wide array of colors. If you come in to check it out, do ask about the knitted swatch we have on exhibit done in lace! And, of course, Plymouth has many patterns to choose from for this yarn.

If you want something a little snazzier, check out Berroco’s new yarn Bonsai!

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Bonsai is a narrow tape yarn with markings inspired by the bamboo plant with a touch of nylon for sheen and comes in 9 beautiful colors!

What, you’re all about the socks? Like finer gauged items for the summer? Try some Regia Bamboo!

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45% bamboo, 40% wool, 15% nylon and 220 yards/50g ball - 2 balls is enough for a pair of socks!

Next time we’ll talk linen! And don’t forget that for a limited time, many of your favorite yarns are 10% off - you’ll just have to come on in to see which ones (there’s way too many to tell anyone over the phone!)!!!