# DIY Bamboo Knitting Kits We are Knitters Has Launched Bamboo Fiber Kits for the Hot Summer Weather By Riley von Niessen | Published 2021-05-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-fiber References: [weareknitters](https://www.weareknitters.co.uk/) We Are Knitters, a DIY label that makes knitting more accessible, has announced the launch of a new range of kits that utilize bamboo fiber. Soft, lightweight, eco-friendly, and naturally anti-microbial, bamboo fiber is well-suited to the hot summer weather, allowing DIYers to sport their own [knitted apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-x-macmahon-knitting-mills) year-round. The brand currently offers four different designs that make use of bamboo fiber, including its Sagres [Sweater](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformations-cashmere-collection), Lagos Top, Faro Dress, and Tavira Swimsuit. The designs range from Easy to Advanced, allowing both newly acquainted and seasoned knitters to create a garment that suits their style. Knitters can also choose from an array of summer-ready color options. Like all of WAK's offerings, the bamboo fiber kits come with all supplies needed, along with clear instructions to guide knitters through the creation process. Image Credit: We Are Knitters ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Bamboo Fiber DIY Kits:** The growth of eco-friendly and lightweight materials presents an opportunity for companies interested in creating DIY kits that utilize sustainable materials for their products. - **Year-round Knitwear:** The creation of lightweight knits suitable for different seasons can initiate a trend of DIY clothing sewing and knitting projects that cater to versatile climates. - **DIY Apparel Accessiblity:** With the launch of DIY kits for all skill levels, businesses could focus on creating more accessible DIY clothing for people of all knitting levels, abilities, and sizes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Crafts and DIY:** Opportunity for businesses to innovate in the industry of providing DIY hobbyists innovative craft-making materials and self-tutorials. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The use of bamboo fiber DIY kits highlights an opportunity for businesses to provide eco-friendly materials in the fashion industry, tapping into a growing audience for sustainable fashion. - **Online Retail:** Businesses aiming to provide an accessible platform for DIY enthusiasts need to explore the potential of digital retail space, with significant growth in online shopping and remote presence opportunities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D-Knit Bamboo Swaddles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-swaddle.md) - [Playful Crochet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection.md) - [Organic Bamboo Bathrobes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ettitudes-waffle-robe.md) - [Breathable Bamboo Sanitary Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knh.md) - [Summer-Ready Crochet Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-open-knit.md) - [Woven Bamboo Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-weave-pens.md) - [Hand- Knitted Joint Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-x-macmahon-knitting-mills.md) - [Durable Bamboo-Based Sheets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-bamboo-sheets.md) - [Sustainable Bamboo Home Goods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ettitude.md)