Hemp lyocell single jersey bergamot (kba)(55% hemp (kba compliant)-45% TENCEL™ lyocell)

55% hemp (organic) 45% Tencel or Lyocell

Hemp is a truly fascinating fiber. At first touch, it feels somewhat stiff and rough. After a few wears and washes, it becomes incredibly soft and, especially when worn directly against the skin, one of the most comfortable fabrics in the world. In summer, it's wonderfully airy and cooling, and in winter, it's very pleasant for undershirts.

Lyocell (also called Tencel) provides an even smoother and softer feel.

Hemp has special skin-climatic properties. Its fibers have a completely natural temperature-regulating effect. In summer they keep you cool and in winter they create a cozy climate. Under the microscope it becomes clear why: The fibers have small air pockets through which the fiber "breathes". On cold days, they fill up with body heat and store it. On warm days, they ensure an airy feel. Since hemp clothing only rarely needs to be washed - brushing or airing it out is usually enough - the clothing is also very easy to care for.

Hemp is one of the most robust natural fibers there is. Clothing made of hemp is known to last forever, even with daily wear. Tests have shown that hemp fibers are four to seven times more resilient than cotton threads of comparable thickness. It is therefore also perfectly suitable for children of romping and climbing age.

Like wool, hemp is a natural product. Here the fiber is always of different thickness and there may be foreign fibers such as hay, straw or fiber fly from the factory, which can lead to a slightly uneven appearance!

The hemp plant is naturally very robust and resistant to insect infestation and plant diseases. Therefore, no insecticides or pesticides are usually required for their cultivation.

Hemp is a very fast growing fiber and currently probably the most environmentally friendly natural fiber in the fabric sector.

Like wool clothing, hemp fabric and blends with lyocell can be washed by hand or machine. We recommend machine washing on the wool cycle at a maximum of 30 degrees Celsius using liquid organic wool detergent. Washing powder is not recommended for hemp, as the granules can get trapped in the air pockets and eventually damage the fabric structure. Shrinkage of up to 10% is possible depending on the washing temperature.

It is also possible to wash the hemp lyocell in a normal 30-degree colored wash. Again, absolutely do not use powdered detergent and under no circumstances put it in the dryer!

It might be slightly more pronounced here, as we only have a few tests so far where the enema was below 10%!

For information on hemp lyocell woven fabric, I would like to refer you to our blog article on woven fabrics. Generally, it can be used like linen woven fabric, and all sewing patterns designed for linen woven fabric also work well with hemp lyocell woven fabric.

The jersey can be sewn like cotton jersey.

In our FAQs and our wool brochure you will find more information about our wool products in general and tips on care and sewing in particular. For exciting discussions with other seamstresses and to show the finished products, we would like to invite you to our Wool Silk fan group on Facebook.