Natural Fiber Pineapple Yarn

ANANAS, a plant-based yarn for warmer days

ANANAS by Lang Yarns brings together an unusual plant fibre and the understated luminosity of Lyocell. Its composition is 70% Lyocell and 30% Other Fiber (Pineapple). The pineapple fibre creates a slightly rustic look and feel, while the Lyocell adds a subtle sheen. Naturally breathable and intended for spring and summer knitting, ANANAS is an appealing choice when the character of the material is an important part of the design.

The word rustic describes its visual personality rather than a scratchy sensation. The pineapple fibres are non-irritating, which matters when you are planning a top, lightweight sweater or accessory worn close to the neck. If texture is a particular concern, hold your finished swatch against the neck before casting on. This familiar knitter’s test lets you assess the feel for yourself while also seeing how the sheen and surface develop across a larger piece of fabric.

Turning pineapple leaves into knitting fibre

The pineapple fibre used in ANANAS is obtained from the leaves of the pineapple plant. These leaves would ordinarily be regarded as waste and are often burned. Processing them as a textile fibre gives this plant material another purpose. The fibres are prepared without bleach. Instead, contaminants are removed through an enzyme washing process that does not use harmful chemicals.

The remaining stages are entirely mechanical in order to minimise environmental impact. This considered process provides useful context for knitters who want to understand more about the materials on their needles. It also preserves the distinctive personality of the fibre. Pineapple lends a natural, gently rustic quality, while Lyocell introduces a quiet play of light. Neither element disguises the other, creating a balanced surface with visible character.

A natural partner for eyelet and lace patterns

ANANAS is particularly well suited to eyelet lace. Its soft sheen can highlight yarn overs and open spaces, while the rustic touch gives visual substance to repeating motifs. Simple eyelet rows, geometric lace, placed openwork panels and more elaborate repeats can all make the fibre part of the design. Plain stocking stitch is another option when you prefer to let the yarn’s own surface take centre stage.

Its breathability and spring-summer season make ANANAS a considered option for lightweight sweaters, open cardigans, sleeveless tops, shawls and stoles. A simply shaped garment with a few eyelet panels can be a manageable introduction to lace knitting. More experienced knitters may prefer a detailed repeat that makes the contrast between open stitches, subtle shine and rustic texture more prominent. Choose a pattern that calls for a compatible gauge rather than relying on needle size alone.

Start with an informative swatch

The recommended needle size is 4 to 4.5 mm. The stated gauge over 10 cm is 20 stitches and 28 rows. Treat these figures as a starting point, since personal tension, needle material and stitch pattern can all change the resulting fabric. For a garment, work a generous swatch and measure it carefully against the pattern instructions before casting on the final number of stitches.

This preparation is especially valuable for lace. Both the width and height of a repeat affect its position and proportions in the completed piece. A swatch also lets you examine how clearly the openings appear and how the light sheen behaves over a continuous surface. Each 50 g ball provides 150 metres. Use the total metreage stated in your chosen pattern to plan how much yarn you will require before beginning.

ANANAS at a glance

• Brand: Lang Yarns
• Composition: 70% Lyocell, 30% Other Fiber (Pineapple)
• Length: 150 m per 50 g
• Recommended needles: 4 to 4.5 mm
• Gauge over 10 cm: 20 stitches and 28 rows
• Season: spring and summer
• Care: use fine-wash detergent without fabric softener

Make your knitting time count

A handmade top, sweater or shawl represents many hours of careful work. When comparing yarns, the value of a satisfying finished piece matters more than the difference in cost alone. Selecting a fibre that complements the pattern helps the finished project reflect the original idea. ANANAS is best considered for designs in which breathability, eyelets, gentle shine and a lightly rustic surface are intentional features.

For care, use detergent formulated for fine washing without fabric softener, and follow the instructions on the label. Your gauge swatch can also serve as a useful care test before you clean the completed project, avoiding unnecessary experiments on the piece itself. Choose ANANAS for a spring or summer pattern that gives its plant-based composition room to speak, and let open stitches showcase the distinctive partnership of Lyocell and pineapple fibre.