{"id":4184,"date":"2024-07-24T19:32:51","date_gmt":"2024-07-24T13:47:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/?p=4184"},"modified":"2025-08-31T15:27:13","modified_gmt":"2025-08-31T09:42:13","slug":"nettle-yarn-for-handmade-knitwear-production","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/nettle-yarn-for-handmade-knitwear-production\/","title":{"rendered":"Exploring Nepal\u2019s own indigenous Fiber Nettle Yarn for Handmade Knitwear Production"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tutustu nokkoslangan, joka tunnetaan my\u00f6s nimell\u00e4 Himalajan nokkonen, vieh\u00e4tys, joka on ymp\u00e4rist\u00f6yst\u00e4v\u00e4llinen valinta ymp\u00e4rist\u00f6tietoisille k\u00e4sity\u00f6l\u00e4isille. <\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4599,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"wp-custom-template-raw-materials-posts","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","iawp_total_views":143,"footnotes":""},"categories":[342],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4184","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-raw-materials"],"acf":{"introduction":{"Introduction_Paragraph_1":"Our nettle yarn knitwear is crafted in Nepal, where this indigenous fiber has been used for centuries for its strength, breathability, and natural durability. \r\n\r\nHarvested and processed using traditional methods, nettle yarn offers a unique, sustainable alternative to conventional fibers. Each piece is hand-knit by skilled artisans, combining heritage craftsmanship with modern design.","Introduction_Image_1":7341,"introduction_paragraph_2":"For brands looking to offer ethically made, eco-friendly knitwear with a distinct story, our nettle yarn apparel provides a rare blend of tradition, sustainability, and quality."},"origins":{"origins_heading":"Where does Nettle Comes from","origins_image":7342,"origins_paragraph":"Nettle fiber comes from the stinging nettle plant (<i>Urtica dioica<\/i> and <i>Girardinia diversifolia<\/i>), which grows naturally in various parts of the world, including Europe, Asia, and the Himalayas.\r\n\r\nThe Himalayan giant nettle (<i>Girardinia diversifolia<\/i>), found abundantly in Nepal, is particularly valued for its long, strong fibers. Traditionally, communities in Nepal have been harvesting and processing nettle fiber for centuries, using it to create textiles, ropes, and handmade knitwear.\r\n\r\nThis indigenous fiber is known for its durability, breathability, and sustainability, making it an excellent alternative to synthetic materials."},"About_Our_Yarn":{"origins_our_yarn_heading":"Where does our Nettle Yarn comes from?","origins_our_yarn_paragraph":"Our nettle yarn comes from local supplier here in Kathmandu. This supplier purchase yarns from villagers from Himalayan region.\r\n\r\nCurrently we are planning to visit sankhuwasabha to get uniform quality of yarn in terms of yarn size, yarn shade.","orings_our_yarn_image":6012},"Appeal_of_this_yarn":{"appeal_of_this_yarn_heading":"Appeal of Nettle yarn","appeal_of_this_yarn_paragraph":"","advantages_image":7343,"appeal_repeater2":[{"appeal_listing2":"Natively Found and Processed in Nepal"},{"appeal_listing2":"Unique Texture and drape"},{"appeal_listing2":"Strong and durable than wool"},{"appeal_listing2":"Hypoallergenic Property"},{"appeal_listing2":"Very breathable"},{"appeal_listing2":"Create unique texture when blended with other yarns"}]},"Why_Choose":{"why_handmade_Knitwear_Heading":"Why Choose Nettle YARN In Handmade Knitwear and Crochet Manufacturing","Why_handmade_knitwear_paragraph":"Incorporating nettle yarn into knitwear and crochet brings a fresh perspective to handmade accessories and apparels manufacturing. At Rochak Handknit Craft, we combine traditional handknitting techniques with this indigenous fiber.\r\n\r\nOur nettle knitwear range includes everything from summer hat, summer vest, summer dresses, and etc each item reflecting a blend of contemporary design and traditional craftsmanship.","knitwear_manufacturing_image":6968,"knitting_video_url":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SSw8YAZXXXA"},"Apparel_and_Accessories_Category":{"handknit_apparel_heading":"Hand knitted Apparels and Accessories from Nettle yarn","knitted_category_repeater":[{"knitted_category_image":4600,"knitted_category":"Sun Hats"},{"knitted_category_image":4602,"knitted_category":"Scarves \/ Shawls"},{"knitted_category_image":4601,"knitted_category":"Vest \/ Pullovers"}]},"Customization":{"customized_designs_patterns_heading":"Refined to Your Designs and Patterns","customized_paragraph":"We love creating handmade knitwear that\u2019s as unique as you are. Whether you have a specific design in mind or a pattern you want to bring to life, we work closely with you to make sure every detail is just right.\r\n\r\nFrom choosing the perfect yarn to adjusting sizes and shapes, we\u2019re here to turn your ideas into a beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece that fits your style perfectly.","customized_image":7005,"knitting_video":"","few_patterns_-_heading":"Few Patterns from Nettle yarn","customized_designs_gallery":[8997,8996,8995,8994,8993,8992]},"colors":{"colors_paragraph":"Nettle yarn is made in few variations of thickness. Since it is usually hand spun the thickness of yarn varies a lot even in a single batch of production. Now a days people have started using machines to spin the yarn resulting into more constant thickness of yarn.\r\n\r\nThe natural colour of the nettle yarn is light grayish-green but there are few variations in shades due to the factor of growing conditions, harvesting time and processing methods.\r\n\r\nFor Custom Color Dyeing\r\nFor dying custom color, we have to bleach it first to make it white and dye the color of the choice.","colors_image":4647,"Colors_Photo_gallery":[4602,4600,4599,4647]},"gauge":{"gauge_heading":"Gauge and Stitch count of our Nettle yarn","gauge_paragraph":"When using 6mm knitting pins we get 15 stitches and 20 rows in 20cm x 20cm swatch. ","gauge_image":[4648]},"Caring":{"Caring_for_this_yarn_heading":"Caring guidelines for Nettle yarn apparels","caring_for_this_yarn_paragraph":"It\u2019s been a learning experience every step of the way, from working with local farmers knowing about the process of Nettle plant to collaborating with skilled artisans. While we\u2019re still growing and improving, we\u2019re excited to see how this natural fiber can contribute to more sustainable fashion choices.\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re curious about nettle yarn in Nepal and handmade knitwear & Crochet production using it, we\u2019d love to hear from you. Your insights and questions help us improve and explore new ideas one stitch at a time.","caring_for_yarn_image":7344},"faq":{"faq_headings":"Frequently Asked Questions","faq_repeater":[{"faq_questions":"What are the benefits of Nettle Fiber?","faq_answers":"Easy Grower: Nettle doesn't need much water or chemicals to thrive, unlike cotton.\r\nNatural Fiber: Nettle yarn is biodegradable, so it won't pollute the planet forever.\r\nStrong Stuff: Nettle makes a surprisingly strong and durable fabric.\r\nGood for the Soil: Growing nettle can actually improve the soil quality.\r\nLess Waste: Nettle is a fast-growing plant.\r\nSocial impact: These natural resources help many farmers to turn into fibers, providing employment to many local growers. "},{"faq_questions":"Is nettle yarn sustainable?","faq_answers":"Nettle yarn from Nepal is eco-friendly 'cause nettle grows easy, almost like a weed! They are processed by the farmers and sold to different buyers. It is usually made without any chemicals and just processed it raw."},{"faq_questions":"What does nettle yarn feel like?","faq_answers":"It is usually soft but not as Merino. But it all depends upon the processing. Since most of them are hand spun or with small machinery, they are not much processed with chemical to treat its characteristics to make it soft. \r\nThey are also blended with cotton to make it unique yarn with benefits of both the fibers. "},{"faq_questions":"Is it warm?","faq_answers":"The yarn we have is not used in making warmers clothes like sweaters for the winter. They are usually used in summer apparel like sun hats, vests, shawls to give that rusty look.\r\n\r\nThe ones that are blended with other yarn can be made for the apparel for the winter too. But we are using the minimally processed Nettle. "},{"faq_questions":"Is nettle yarn expensive?","faq_answers":"The price of Nettle in Nepal has increased dramatically. It is almost 5 times expensive than in 8 years. It is usually due to the high demand of Nettle due to of its characteristics. It has also extensively used in carpets and blended with other yarn to make all kinds of appealing products."},{"faq_questions":"These unprocessed nettle fibers look quite raw and distinct from the refined, airy fabric used in fine dresses.?","faq_answers":"The Nettle we are using are not highly processed. It is semi processed and usually hand spun to make a yarn. \r\n\r\nIt would be much finer if the fiber is carded, combed and after processed. It will have smoother finishing. \r\n\r\n"}]},"conclusion_references":{"conclusion_heading":"Conclusion","conclusion_paragraph":"Nettle is fantastic yarn. It is among the few fibers that are produced and processed all locally. \r\n\r\nWe usually use the handspun and small machinery processed Nettle, that is used to make the crochet apparel like Sun hats, shawls, vest for the summer seasons. \r\n\r\n\r\n","reference_heading":"Know More About Nettle, Noteworthy and link to news","reference_repeater":[{"reference_link":"Article from United Nations","link":{"title":"","url":"https:\/\/www.undp.org\/nepal\/news\/nettle-unwanted-weed-turns-green-enterprise","target":"_blank"}},{"reference_link":"ICIMOD report on Nettle and livelihood","link":{"title":"","url":"https:\/\/www.icimod.org\/article\/khars-experimentation-with-himalayan-nettle-brings-recognition\/","target":"_blank"}},{"reference_link":"WWF Article on Nettle","link":{"title":"","url":"https:\/\/www.wwfnepal.org\/?209063\/Green-Enterprises-Improve-Livelihoods","target":"_blank"}},{"reference_link":"Producer of Nettle, we think that are good","link":{"title":"","url":"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/himalayan_nettle\/","target":"_blank"}}]}},"modified_by":"Rochak Shrestha","taxonomy_info":{"category":[{"value":342,"label":"Raw Materials"}]},"featured_image_src_large":["https:\/\/cdn.rochakhandknit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/nettle-yarn-at-rochak-hand-knit-1024x1024.jpg",1024,1024,true],"author_info":{"display_name":"Rochak Shrestha","author_link":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/author\/webadmin\/"},"comment_info":0,"category_info":[{"term_id":342,"name":"Raw Materials","slug":"raw-materials","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":342,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":0,"count":6,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":342,"category_count":6,"category_description":"","cat_name":"Raw Materials","category_nicename":"raw-materials","category_parent":0}],"tag_info":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4184","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4184"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4184\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4599"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4184"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4184"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/fi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4184"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}