The more you knit with bamboo, the more you will love knitting. Bamboo needles are the choice of a new generation of knitters. Yarn glides easily over the smooth finish, and their warmth ensures that your hands never feel tired. Clover Takumi needles are made from high quality Japanese bamboo harvested only in winter, when the the fibers have the most density. Soft Touch Crochet hooks are designed to be friendly to your hands, with a soft handle and metal head.