5 Projects to Create Bohemian Vibes with Hand-Dyed Yarns

Fashion is ever-evolving and bohemian-inspired pieces continue to captivate with their free-spirited essence and artistic flair. If you are a knitter and crocheter, your wardrobe definitely carries handmade pieces that you cherish. Add to them some bohemian yarn projects and your fashion game is up. With Symfonie Yarns’ premium hand-dyed colors, infuse your wardrobe with a boho vibe. Each yarn skein displays unique colorways that are the artistic creations of skilled dyers with understanding of hue, color and yarn. Let’s explore how to knit and crochet Boho style and why hand-dyed yarns are best suited, and also projects with yarn and pattern suggestions.

In this blog we’ll cover

1. What are Boho Yarn projects?
2. Why Bohemian Style and Handcrafted Yarn Projects are a perfect match
3. 5 Boho-Inspired Projects to Transform your style
   1. Fringed Asymmetrical Shawl or Scarf
   2. Granny Square Top
   3. Ruffled Sleeves
   4. Oversized Poncho
   5. Condo Knit Top or Dress

What are Boho yarn projects?

Boho, short of bohemian, refers to the free-spirit style. What started as a counterculture to social rules and accepted fashions gained popularity in the 60s and 70s with hippie culture. Focused on creative expression, the style has now been accepted in mainstream fashion. For artists with knitting and crochet skills, boho yarn projects are their creative expression with yarn and patterns that align with sustainability, slow fashion and freedom.

Why Boho Style and Handcrafted Yarn Projects Are a Perfect Match?

Bohemian fashion celebrates individuality, artistic expression, and a connection to natural materials. When you work with hand-dyed yarns, each project becomes truly one-of-a-kind ?the hallmark of authentic boho style. In fact, nothing says "boho" quite like an explosion of harmonious colors. Our variegated hand-dyed yarns feature gentle color transitions that create stunning visual effects in even the simplest stitch patterns. Each skein tells its own color story, allowing you to create truly artistic pieces. And, what better way to embody these values than working with luxurious merino wool and other natural fibers, which Symfonie Yarns is proud of. All the fibers and dyes have the OEKO-Tex certification and can be worn next to the skin safely.

Boho-Inspired Projects to knit or crochet with Hand-dyed Yarns

1. The Fringed Scarf or Shawl 

A quintessential boho accessory, a fringed shawl or scarf can be worn countless ways ?draped over shoulders, wrapped as a scarf, or even as a beach cover-up. Add generous fringe along the bottom edge for that signature bohemian movement. The lightweight yarn ensures your shawl is comfortable for year-round wear. 

Recommended Yarns- Terra’s fingering weight and merino-polyamide blend is great for fine fringes. For a mid-weight DK yarn from the Viva range, are the best. Bella’s worsted-weight yarn has a chunky fringe look. You can also work the scarf with our hand-dyed merino-silk blend for a shawl with beautiful drape and subtle shimmer and fringes with a different yarn weight such as Bella.

Buy Pattern - 6.00 EUR

Pattern suggestions -

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/duet-drift

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/symfonie-field-of-flowers

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/whimsical-basket-scarf

2. Granny Square Top 

Granny squares are colorful, easy-to-crochet and fun. These quick projects are perfect for using up small amounts of leftover yarn from previous projects. These eye-catching accessories use minimal yarn but make a maximum impact. Crochet granny square with vibrant variegated yarns or choose speckled yarn or stick with a single vibrant shade for a more minimalist approach. Refer to our previous blog to crochet a granny square with Symfonie Yarns. With 6-8 granny squares you can assemble a top. After seaming them together, give a frills-look.

Recommended Yarns - Viva’s DK weight is a versatile choice for a lightweight project. Terra offers fingering yarn in merino-polyamide blend that works beautifully for the granny squares.

3. Ruffled Sleeves

Channel your inner free spirit with ruffles in various widths and textures. Mix and match different yarn sizes from lightweight fingering to chunky weight for an eclectic layered look. If you’ve got yarn and a pattern, you can knit or crochet ruffles. Knitting and crochet behave differently with yarn, so keep in mind that crochet will take more yarn in comparison to knitting.

Buy Pattern - 6.00 EUR

Recommended Yarns - If you want to go big with ruffles, Bella’s extrafine merino wool in worsted weight is a great choice. Viva and Luna offer DK weight with merino wool and merino-silk yarn respectively. If fine fabric is your choice, Terra is more than a favorite sock yarn.

4. The Oversized Poncho 

For the ultimate bohemian statement piece, knit or crochet an oversized poncho using a. Our hand-dyed merino wool skeins in complementary colorways allow you to create a cohesive yet visually interesting garment. The soft yarn ensures your poncho is comfortable for layering in all seasons.

Buy Pattern - 6.00 EUR

Recommended Yarns - Viva and Luna’s DK weight with merino wool and merino-silk yarn are great choices for all seasons. However, if you want to go big, Bella’s extrafine merino wool in worsted weight is recommended.

5. Condo Knit Top

Condo knitting is the style of the 1970s that embodies boho fashion. It’s a basic garter stitch pattern but made with two different needle sizes. The effect is an open weave that works beautifully for tops and dresses.

Recommended Yarns - Worsted weight yarn and extrafine merino wool from the Bella collection is an ideal choice for pronounced open weave effect. Viva and Luna’s DK weight with merino wool and merino-silk yarn are great choices for all seasons. Terra is ideal for machine-washable yarn that is both durable and easy to care for.

Besides these ideas, there’s a lot you can explore. Explore cardigans from our patterns that bring out the beauty of hand-dyed yarns and combine with functional style. Scarves and cowls also allow creativity. Experiment with cables of different sizes. You can also bring together knitted and crocheted fabric to make a unique project. Crochet flowers, headbands or other motifs.

Ready to start your Boho Yarn journey? Browse our collection of extrafine merino wool, merino-polyamide and merino-silk blends to find the perfect soft yarn for your next bohemian-inspired creation. Whether you prefer subtle, natural hues or vibrant color explosions, our carefully crafted skeins will help you achieve the perfect boho look.