Knit or crochet your next project with these 3 sustainable yarn options from Katia 

01/10/2023

At Katia, we know that makers are always looking for more sustainable, eco-friendly yarn options. This planet is the only one we have, and we have to take care of it in all aspects of our lives, including our hobbies. This is why we’ve developed a wide range of yarns that care for the environment in different ways, from how they are made to how they are disposed of. 

As you’ll see with the three yarns below, we are committed to bringing you fiber options you can feel good about.

1 | Ekos: Recycled Cotton Yarn, a low impact recycled yarn

Katia EKOS is the most sustainable yarn in the world, created to reduce our global footprint on Earth, our only home. Knit or crochet with 11 unique colors that, because they are undyed, are made without water consumption or chemical products. 

50% of the energy used to recycle and spin each ball of yarn is solar, thus also reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Katia EKOS exists thanks to the Textile Recycling System by Recover, a pioneer in the development of low impact recycled yarns.

When you knit or crochet with Katia EKOS you play a part in the upcycling of textile waste. Did you know that 95% of textile and clothing waste can be recycled? With each stitch you make, you can help prevent more PET bottles becoming part of the 70% that end up in landfills and oceans.

2 | Fair Cotton, an organic cotton free of toxic substances

Fair Cotton is an organic cotton, respectful of the environment and free of any toxic substances. Fair Cotton is the ideal cotton to use for sensitive skins and is therefore especially adapted for baby jackets, comfortable onesies and soft blankets. Fair Cotton is also suitable for summer tops, lightweight dresses and jumpers.

Global Organic Textile Standard: The GOTS certification is the world's leading standard in textiles processing made with fibers from organic agriculture. It contains clear requirements about caring for the environment throughout the organic textile supply chain while maintaining compliance with social responsibility. The Global Organic Textile Standard ensures the traceability of wool and cotton from its origin to the final consumer and also guarantees the ecological and biodegradable requirements regarding the dying colours used.

3 | Seacell Cotton, a biodegradable yarn option

Seacell Cotton is a yarn composed of 100% biodegradable matter and seaweed which are collected in a sustainable manner thanks to an innovative and totally ecological process. Knit or crochet soft and comfortable garments with a yarn that is beneficial for your skin, as it contains high levels of antioxidants, vitamins, amino acids and minerals found in the seaweed.

SeaCell Quality Assurance: SeaCell's ecological and sustainable production has been awarded the EU-Ecolabel (European Union eco-label) and the OEKO-Tex 100 certificate for baby products. In addition, several institutes certify SeaCell's quality and effectiveness.

With hundreds of patterns to choose from on the katia.com website, you can use these sustainable, eco-friendly yarns to make a statement of just how important crafting responsibly is for you and yours - while sacrificing none of the quality or good looks of your knitted or crocheted items.