The latest bamboo clothing retailer worth checking out is Bamboo Body. They have a small range of women’s clothing and socks as well as a fantastic maternity range for mums to be.

Bamboo Body offers a range of trans-seasonal clothing that is luxuriously comfortable, stylish and versatile. Each Bamboo Body piece has been designed to fit and flatter all shapes and sizes.

Perfect for layering and mixing and matching, the Bamboo Body pieces will co-ordinate well with your existing wardrobe and are suitable for the office, drinks with friends, or running around after the kids.

Made from all natural fibres, the Bamboo Body fabric breathes better than cotton and has thermo-dynamic properties keeping you cool on hot days and warm on cool days. Bamboo Body fabric wicks away sweat, is naturally anti-bacterial, chemical free, odour free and even UV protective.

Bamboo Body delivers within Australia and internationally.

I’m going to have to plead ignorance here because I don’t have a clue about knitting. I don’t know how to knit and I don’t understand why people knit. Some of my best friends are hooked and love to tell me about the latest item they are making or some great yarn they bought, so I get that people are interested in knitting.

My only experience with knitting came from when I was very young, maybe six or seven, when my grandmother tried to teach me to knit. I’m left handed and my grandmother, who is right handed, thought it was best to teach me how to knit left handed. Is there even a difference? Anyway, she couldn’t do it and when I just tried to copy her she stopped me and insisted I should learn to do it the ‘left handed way’. So for her it was left handed or not at all. Well, it was not at all, thanks Nanna. I know she meant well but she’s never understood that I can do many things right handed as well as left, but anyway…

So I gather one of the keys to a great garment is the fibre. Shirts of Bamboo has a 100% bamboo fibre yarn which they claim is as soft as cashmere and silk but as durable as cotton. You can also put clothes made with this bamboo knitting yarn into the washing machine and dryer. That’s surprising; I would have thought hand washing knitted clothes was the way to go but I guess not.

This 100% bamboo yarn comes in the following colours:

• yellow
• black
• red
• white
• blue
• green
• natural (no dye)

Visit Shirts of Bamboo for more information.

Bamboo fabric’s natural antibacterial and hypoallergenic properties make it perfect for clothes which fit close to your body such as socks and underwear. Bamboo clothing is also quick to absorb moisture, more so than cotton, keeping you dry and odour free; again making it an ideal choice for intimate apparel.

As well as feeling good on the skin, choosing bamboo socks and underwear has other advantages. Bamboo is a sustainable resource which is produced without the use of pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals. This means the soil in which bamboo is grown retains its micro and macro organisms, ensuring the fertility of the soil. The lack of toxic chemical runoff also means that local waterways such as rivers and streams will not become polluted. Other benefits to the environment are that bamboo crops require much less water than cotton and they produce much more oxygen. Overall, it’s a great plant which can be made into many products including affordable bamboo underwear and socks.

Bamboo Socks for Men, Women, and Babies

A wide variety of bamboo socks are available and in various sizes and colours. Choose from:

• bamboo ankle socks
• bamboo sports socks
• bamboo 1/4 athletic crew socks
• bamboo 3/4 athletic crew socks
• bamboo baby socks

The fabric used varies depending on the socks but is generally made of 85% bamboo and 15% nylon. They are very absorbent and soft and are ideal for playing sport or just everyday wear.

Bamboo Women’s Underwear

The bamboo underwear pictured is made of bamboo, cotton, and nylon to keep you comfortable and dry. Styles available include:

• bamboo low rise hipster bikini
• bamboo high leg brief
• bamboo thong panties
• bamboo g-string

Bamboo Sports Bra

This bamboo sports bra is lightweight and the breathable bamboo fabric will keep you cool when working out. It provides support but is soft enough to allow you plenty of freedom of movement. It is made of a blend of bamboo and organic cotton. It would be nice to see it available in other colours but hopefully that will happen in the not so distant future.

Bamboo Men’s Underwear

While it’s a great idea to get your man some bamboo underwear, I don’t think much of these 70% bamboo/30% organic cotton boxer shorts. It’s nothing to do with the fabric but I think the design leaves a lot to be desired. They are just too big and baggy. However, I’m sure there are some guys out there that love this kind of thing so if that’s the case then go for it.

These bamboo underwear and socks are available online at Shirts of Bamboo.

Organic cotton and bamboo baby clothes make great gifts but are also perfect everyday wear for your baby. Bamboo produces a surprisingly soft fabric which is naturally antibacterial and hypoallergenic and therefore ideal for babies. It is produced by eco friendly means as no pesticides, herbicides, and other toxic chemicals are used during its production. Bamboo production is a sustainable agriculture as the plant continues to grow after being harvested (no replanting is required) and it uses relatively small amounts of water to grow (when compared to cotton). If you are concerned about fabric dyes, most bamboo products are available in natural, unbleached fabric without any dyes.

Bamboo Baby Clothes

Bamboo baby clothes come in a variety of colours and styles including these baby beanies and bodysuits. The baby beanies are made from 97% bamboo cozy and warm, not to mention cute. The matching one piece wrap bodysuits are available in 5 colours to suit both baby boys and girls. The wraparound style makes it easy to dress your baby and the natural fabric will keep them dry and clean.

Bamboo Socks and Shoes

These adorable bamboo socks and booties are suitable for babies up to 8 and 12 months respectively. They come in natural, blue, and pink, and will keep your baby’s feet dry and warm. They are mostly made of bamboo but contain a little nylon to give them a bit of stretch. The bamboo booties are made with bamboo terrycloth for added support and comfort.

Bamboo Baby Sheets and Blankets

Know your child is sleeping in comfort with these bamboo sheets and blankets. The sheets are made of 100% bamboo jersey. They are naturally antibacterial, hypoallergenic, and odour resistant. Available in 6 colours to suit any bedroom’s colour scheme. The baby blankets are made with 100% bamboo knit. They are available in 4 colours (including natural bamboo) with contrasting embroidery.

Other bamboo baby products available include:

• bamboo towels
• bamboo washcloths
• bamboo towelettes

Order online and have your selections delivered anywhere in Australia.

Bamboo is a natural, renewable, easily sustainable, environmentally friendly resource which is generally grown without the use of pesticides, herbicides, and other synthetic chemicals. It can be made into many products such as:

• bamboo clothing
• bamboo towels and sheets
• bamboo homewares
• bamboo flooring
• bamboo fencing
• bamboo blinds
• bamboo furniture
• bamboo bench tops

It is an attractive product which is easy to find and affordably priced.

Bamboo Flooring

Bamboo flooring has been available in Australia for many years but has only recently started to become popular. Bamboo flooring is stronger, harder, and more durable than almost any other timber flooring.

Environmental Benefits of Bamboo

• Bamboo grows very quickly making it an easily sustainable resource.
• Bamboo is grown without the use of harmful pesticides and fertilisers.
• Bamboo does not require large quantities of water to grow.
• Bamboo plants produce more oxygen than trees.

Advantages of Bamboo Flooring

• Bamboo flooring is harder than most hardwood timber floors.
• Bamboo flooring has a unique grain which is available in many colours.
• Bamboo flooring expands and contracts less than timber floors.
• Bamboo flooring is quick and easy to install.
• Bamboo flooring is allergy free.
• Bamboo flooring is sealed using non toxic glues.
• Bamboo flooring is retardant against termites, moisture, and fire.
• Bamboo flooring is competitively priced.

Disadvantages of Bamboo Flooring

Although many bamboo flooring suppliers claim that bamboo flooring is resistant to fading by sunlight, a report by CHOICE magazine suggests that the colour of bamboo timber tends to darken over time, when exposed to direct sunlight. However, this is also the case with other timbers.

Bamboo towels are so soft it’s amazing. I bought a small bamboo hand towel just to try it out and I love it. I now intend to get a whole set. There are a number of shops around Australia where you can buy bamboo towels or you can buy them online.

Why Bamboo Towels?

There are a number of reasons why you might choose bamboo towels over organic or regular cotton towels.

1. Bamboo towels are organic as they are grown without the use of pesticides and herbicides.
2. Bamboo fabric is naturally antibacterial.
3. Bamboo fabric is naturally hypoallergenic.
4. Bamboo towels are quick to absorb moisture.
5. Pure bamboo towels can dry twice as fast as cotton.
6. Bamboo is a sustainable resource.
7. Bamboo plants produce more oxygen than trees.

Buy Bamboo Towels Online

If you want to buy bamboo towels, we recommend Shirts of Bamboo. The quality is good and so is their service. You can ask any questions you may have about their products by emailing them or by posting your question in their forum. You can also use their forum to find out what other customers have said about their products.

The Shirts of Bamboo towels are not 100% bamboo. They are 70% bamboo and 30% organic cotton. They are available in numerous colours including a natural bamboo towel which has not been bleached or dyed.

Shirts of Bamboo also sell bamboo wash cloths and bamboo bath robes. Visit Shirts of Bamboo for more information.