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ECO VITA raffia in wood fiber for bags and accessories 50g
100% wood fiber raffia ball weighing 50 grams with 100 meters length. Recommended needles 4-5 or crochet hook 3.5-4.5. Natural, biodegradable and durable, ideal for handmade bags, hats and accessories.
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QUICK SPECS: Composition: 100% Wood Fiber | Weight: 50g | Length: 100m | Recommended needles: 4-5 | Recommended crochet hook: 3.5-4.5 | Features: Biodegradable, Recyclable, Breathable
ECO VITA Raffia in Wood Fiber 50g – Natural Ribbon for Handmade Bags and Accessories
ECO VITA Raffia DMC is a 100% wood fiber ribbon that brings together sustainability and creativity in a single ball. With 50 grams for 100 meters, it works easily with 4-5 needles or a 3.5-4.5 crochet hook, offering natural lightness, durability, and an authentic touch to every project. Available on Tessiland with the dye lot shown on sale, for informed purchases with no surprises.
This raffia ribbon is a real breakthrough for anyone who loves creating while respecting the environment. Its natural composition makes it biodegradable, recyclable and breathable, while its soft, quiet handling clearly sets it apart from stiff commercial raffia that is difficult to manage. Perfect for crochet bags, summer hats, storage baskets and textile jewelry, it holds its shape without adding weight and gives every project a handcrafted charm. The matte surface and natural texture enhance decorative details and fashion accessories, making every creation unique and sustainable. With Tessiland, you have the certainty of receiving the ribbon from the indicated dye lot, and if it is sold out, our team is always available to help you find the best solution.
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Technical analysis: what are you buying?
ECOVITA Raffia DMC stands out for its superior quality and excellent performance. Let’s take a closer look at the technical features that make this ribbon an ideal choice for sustainable, long-lasting projects.
1. Composition and sustainability of wood fiber
ECOVITA Raffia is made from 100% wood fiber from renewable sources, a natural material that represents a conscious eco-friendly choice. Unlike synthetic fibers derived from petroleum, wood fiber is biodegradable and recyclable, significantly reducing the environmental impact of your handmade projects.
This ribbon combines ethics and aesthetics: each ball comes from responsibly managed natural resources, without compromising the beauty and functionality of your creations. The plant-based structure of the fiber provides breathability and anti-static properties, valuable features for accessories worn against the skin or for summer projects.
Choosing ECOVITA Raffia means embracing a more sustainable approach to creativity, stitch after stitch, without giving up performance or quality.
2. Differences between DMC Raffia and commercial raffia
Not all raffia is the same. ECOVITA Raffia DMC clearly stands out from commercial raffia thanks to a series of features that make a real difference during crafting and in the final result.
- Softness to the touch: unlike stiff and rough raffia, DMC Raffia is surprisingly soft and pleasant to work with, even after hours of use
- Exceptional lightness: with just 50 grams you get 100 meters of ribbon, a higher yield that allows you to create large surfaces without weighing down the project
- Quiet handling: it does not make annoying noise during weaving, making the creative experience more relaxing
- Durability without stiffness: it keeps its shape and structure without breaking or twisting, ensuring smooth and precise work
- Professional finish: the matte, even surface gives every creation an elegant handcrafted look
These qualities make ECOVITA Raffia DMC perfect for projects that require attention to detail and long-lasting results, enhancing the time and passion you devote to your creations.
3. Technical properties and working performance
ECOVITA Raffia offers the perfect balance between lightness and durability. With a weight of 50 grams for 100 meters, it ensures excellent yield, allowing you to create sizeable projects without increasing the weight of the finished piece.
The recommended sizes are 4-5 mm needles or a 3.5-4.5 mm crochet hook, sizes that promote a compact yet flexible texture, ideal for structures that need to hold their shape such as bags, hats and baskets. The ribbon tension remains consistent throughout the work, preventing annoying knots or sudden breakage.
Distinctive technical features:
- Dimensional stability: it keeps stitch definition without deforming over time
- Natural matte surface: it gives an authentic, textured look, perfect for boho chic and natural style
- Easy to work with: it glides smoothly through the fingers without scratching or irritating, also suitable for beginners
- Breathability: the plant-based structure allows air to pass through, ideal for summer accessories
This combination of lightness and structure makes ECOVITA Raffia perfect for three-dimensional projects that require structural stability without stiffness.
4. Creative projects and versatile applications
ECOVITA Raffia DMC lends itself to a very wide range of handmade projects, combining natural aesthetics with practical functionality. Its durable yet lightweight structure makes it perfect for creations that blend beauty with everyday usefulness.
Fashion accessories:
- Crochet bags of all kinds: shoppers, pochettes, bucket bags, clutches, drawstring bags and shoulder bags
- Summer hats with wide brims, panamas, visors and cloche hats
- Lightweight textile jewelry such as earrings, statement necklaces and braided bracelets
- Footwear details: raffia inserts for sandals, wedges and espadrilles
- Belts, bag handles and decorative fringes
Home decor and organization:
- Storage baskets for bathrooms, kitchens and kids’ rooms
- Coasters, trivets and table sets
- Wall decorations in natural and boho chic style
- Lampshades and ambient lamps
- Light room-divider curtains and hanging decorations
Every project benefits from the structural lightness and wear resistance typical of this ribbon, ensuring creations that are beautiful to look at and practical to use over time.
5. Benefits of buying from Tessiland
Choosing Tessiland for your ECOVITA Raffia means accessing a unique service in the yarn e-commerce landscape. We are the only online store to show the dye lot number directly on the product page, guaranteeing maximum transparency and allowing you to shop with confidence.
Why is the dye lot important? Even natural ribbons can show slight shade variations between one production run and another. Knowing in advance which lot you will receive allows you to:
- Plan coordinated purchases for large projects
- Avoid shade surprises for future reorders
- Manage projects requiring multiple balls with peace of mind
If the indicated lot is sold out, our customer service with real people (not bots) is always available to help you find alternatives or inform you about restocking times. It is tangible support that makes a difference when important creative projects are involved.
In addition, the value for money of ECOVITA Raffia DMC on Tessiland is extremely competitive, giving you access to superior quality ribbon without giving up convenience.
How to preserve your creations over time
ECOVITA Raffia requires a few precautions to keep its natural properties and the beauty of your creations intact over time. Here are our practical care tips:
- Hand washing: use lukewarm water (max 30°C) and a mild neutral detergent, avoiding harsh products or bleach
- Do not wring: after washing, gently blot with a towel without twisting the item so it does not lose its shape
- Natural drying: dry flat away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight, which could alter the natural color
- Low-temperature ironing: if needed, iron at the lowest setting (one-dot symbol), always using a protective cloth between the iron and the item
- Proper storage: keep raffia accessories in dry, ventilated places, avoiding damp environments that could encourage mold
- Protection from rain: as it is a natural fiber, avoid prolonged exposure to water to preserve the ribbon structure
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- Composizione
- 100% Cellulosa Vegetale
- Strumenti
- UNCINETTO DA 3 A 4
Frequently asked questions
Can I use ECOVITA Raffia to make bags?
Absolutely yes! ECOVITA Raffia DMC is one of the most appreciated ribbons specifically for making crochet bags of all kinds. Its combination of lightness, durability and dimensional stability makes it perfect for shoppers, pochettes, bucket bags and drawstring bags. It holds its shape without adding weight and gives a natural, elegant look.
How much ribbon is needed for a crochet bag?
The amount depends on the size and style of the bag. For a medium shopper, about 250-300 grams are needed (5-6 balls); for a small pochette, 100-150 grams are enough (2-3 balls); while for a drawstring bag, about 200-250 grams are needed (4-5 balls). We recommend checking the video tutorials attached to the product page for project-specific guidance.
Is ECOVITA Raffia suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is a very beginner-friendly ribbon. It works easily with both needles and crochet hook, glides smoothly without scratching the hands, and keeps even tension without creating knots or tangles. Its softness makes the creative experience pleasant even during long sessions.
How is it different from commercial raffia?
ECOVITA Raffia DMC has a clearly superior quality compared to commercial raffia. It is softer, lighter and more flexible, it does not break or twist, and it allows smooth, quiet work. Unlike stiff and rough raffia, it does not irritate the hands and gives an elegant, professional finished result, ideal for well-crafted projects.
Can it be washed easily?
ECOVITA Raffia can be gently hand washed using lukewarm water (max 30°C) and a neutral detergent. Avoid wringing the item: blot it with a towel and let it dry flat away from heat sources. Machine washing is not recommended in order to preserve the structure of the natural fiber.
Can I iron raffia creations?
Yes, but only at low temperatures (one dot on the iron) and always with a protective cloth between the iron and the item. This prevents damage to the natural fiber and preserves raffia’s signature matte, natural texture.
Is ECOVITA Raffia a sustainable product?
Yes, it is a 100% sustainable ribbon. Made entirely from wood fiber from renewable sources, it is biodegradable, recyclable and natural. Choosing it means reducing the environmental impact of your handmade creations without compromising on quality and beauty.
What projects can I make besides bags?
The possibilities are huge! You can create summer hats with wide brims or panama style, storage baskets for organizing the home, textile jewelry such as earrings and necklaces, coasters and trivets, wall decorations in boho style, and even footwear details such as inserts for sandals or espadrilles. Its durable yet lightweight structure suits every kind of creative project.
Why should I buy from Tessiland?
Tessiland is the only e-commerce store that shows the dye lot number directly on the product page, guaranteeing maximum transparency in your purchases. This allows you to plan multi-ball projects without shade surprises. In addition, our customer service with real people is always available to support you in case a lot is sold out or if you are unsure about the quantity needed.
Is raffia breathable?
Yes, wood fiber has naturally breathable properties, allowing air to pass through. This makes ECOVITA Raffia ideal for summer accessories such as hats and bags, which stay fresh and comfortable even on the hottest days.
How should raffia creations be stored?
Store accessories in dry, ventilated places, avoiding damp environments that could encourage mold growth. Protect creations from prolonged direct sunlight and continuous exposure to rain. For bags and hats, you can lightly fill them with tissue paper to help maintain their shape during storage.
How many meters does one ECOVITA Raffia ball provide?
Each 50-gram ball provides 100 meters of ribbon, an excellent yield that allows you to create large surfaces without weighing down the final project. This generous yardage makes ECOVITA Raffia especially convenient for medium and large projects.
