Silky.
Strong.
Refined.
Bernat Symphony brings nylon yarn into a class of its own. A fiber that drapes like silk, holds up to wear, and produces finished pieces with a sheen and polish that other yarn types struggle to match.
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Why Knitters Choose Nylon
Nylon is a synthetic fiber built for strength. It was originally developed as a replacement for silk, and that origin shows in the finished fabric — smooth, with a natural luster and a drape that heavier fibers can’t replicate. In yarn form, nylon adds durability and elasticity that extends the life of finished pieces considerably.
Bernat Symphony is a nylon-blend yarn that takes those properties and translates them into a skein that’s genuinely pleasant to work with. It moves through your hands smoothly, shows stitch definition clearly, and the finished fabric has a polished look that suits garments and accessories where appearance matters as much as function.
It’s the kind of yarn you reach for when the project is something you want to last — a gift, a statement piece, or anything where the extra care in fiber choice makes a visible difference in the result.
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What Nylon Does Best
Nylon earns its place in a yarn collection for specific, practical reasons. Here’s where it outperforms most other fiber options.
Natural Sheen
Nylon fibers catch light in a way that gives finished fabric a subtle, silk-like luster. It’s not flashy — it’s the kind of finish that makes a piece look considered and refined without any extra effort.
Exceptional Drape
Few fibers drape as naturally as nylon. Garments worked in Symphony move and hang the way well-made clothing should — fluid without being limp, structured without being stiff.
Built to Last
Nylon is one of the strongest synthetic fibers available. It resists abrasion, holds its shape under tension, and doesn’t break down with regular wear and washing the way more delicate fibers can.
Retains Elasticity
Nylon has a memory that keeps finished pieces from bagging out or losing their shape over time. Ribbing stays tight, armholes hold their circumference, and the overall fit of a garment stays consistent wash after wash.
Rich Color Depth
The Symphony colorways read deeper and more saturated than equivalent shades in matte fibers. The sheen amplifies the color rather than muting it, which means the finished piece looks closer to the skein than with most yarn types.
Easy to Care For
Despite its luxurious feel, Symphony handles everyday care without fuss. Machine wash on a gentle cycle, lay flat to dry, and the piece comes out looking the same as it did before it went in.
Bernat Symphony Nylon Yarn
Six colorways across a carefully considered palette — from warm autumnal tones to cool, quiet neutrals. Symphony is a workhorse yarn dressed up: dependable enough for any project, refined enough for the ones that matter most.
Bernat Symphony — Autumn Maple
A warm, earthy rust with amber undertones. Autumn Maple sits squarely in the territory of fall palettes but reads sophisticated rather than seasonal — the kind of tone that works year-round in the right project.
Bernat Symphony — Brocade
A deep, jewel-toned color that carries the sheen of nylon particularly well. Brocade has the kind of richness that looks expensive in a finished piece — strong enough to stand alone, or as the lead color in a multi-skein project.
Bernat Symphony — Granite
A cool, medium gray with just enough depth to feel substantial. Granite is the neutral the other colorways lean on — it pairs cleanly with everything in the lineup and holds its own as a standalone for modern, minimal projects.
Bernat Symphony — Seashell
A soft, warm off-white with a barely-there pink cast. Seashell is the lightest tone in the lineup — airy and delicate without being stark. The nylon sheen gives it a polished finish that plain cream yarn can’t match.
Bernat Symphony — Sea Spray
A muted, soft teal that sits between blue and green without committing hard to either. Sea Spray is the color you reach for when a project needs something calm and coastal — it photographs beautifully and wears even better.
Bernat Symphony — Royal
A true, saturated blue that earns its name. Royal is bold without being loud — the nylon sheen keeps it from reading flat, and the depth of the color holds through repeated washing without fading toward denim or cornflower.
How to Wash Nylon Yarn Projects
Nylon is one of the more forgiving fibers when it comes to care. It doesn’t shrink the way cotton does, doesn’t felt like wool, and holds its shape reliably through regular laundering. The main things to watch are heat and friction.
- Machine wash on a gentle or delicate cycle with cool or lukewarm water. Nylon handles routine washing without issue — a gentle cycle just reduces unnecessary friction on the fabric surface.
- Tumble dry on low heat, or lay flat to dry. High heat is the main risk with nylon — it can cause the fiber to warp or lose its sheen if exposed to a hot dryer setting. Low and slow is the right approach.
- Use a mild detergent without optical brighteners or bleach. These can dull the natural luster that makes nylon yarn worth using in the first place.
- If a garment or accessory needs reshaping, ease it back into shape while damp and leave it flat until fully dry. Nylon holds the shape you set as it dries.
- Do not iron nylon directly. If pressing is needed, use a pressing cloth between the iron and the fabric, and keep the heat setting low. High iron heat can melt or distort synthetic fibers permanently.
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Common Questions About Nylon Yarn
What is Bernat Symphony yarn made of?
Bernat Symphony is a nylon-blend yarn. The nylon content gives it the sheen, strength, and drape the line is known for. Check the individual product listing for the exact fiber breakdown, as blends can vary by colorway. The nylon component is what sets Symphony apart from standard acrylic or wool-blend yarns in the Bernat range.
Is nylon yarn good for garments?
Yes — particularly for garments where you want the fabric to move well and hold its shape. Nylon drapes naturally, resists sagging and stretching, and keeps its fit through regular wear and washing. It works well for tops, cardigans, shawls, and any project where the finished piece needs to look polished rather than rustic. It’s less ideal for items that need warmth, since nylon doesn’t insulate the way wool does.
Will nylon yarn cause skin irritation?
Nylon is generally well-tolerated. It doesn’t contain lanolin or animal proteins that trigger reactions in people with wool sensitivity. The fiber is smooth without the rough texture that causes itching in lower-quality synthetics. For most people — including those with sensitive skin — nylon yarn worn against the body is comfortable. That said, reactions vary, and a small swatch test is always worth doing before knitting or crocheting a full garment.
Can I use nylon yarn for socks?
Nylon is a common addition to sock yarn blends for exactly this reason — it adds abrasion resistance and durability in the heel and toe areas that take the most wear. A nylon-blend yarn like Symphony would work for socks, though a dedicated sock yarn with a higher nylon percentage and tighter twist is more purpose-built for that specific use. Symphony is better suited to garments and accessories where the sheen and drape can be appreciated.
How does Bernat Symphony compare to acrylic yarn?
The main differences are in feel and drape. Acrylic tends to have more body and less movement than nylon — it holds a shape well but doesn’t flow the way a nylon-blend does. Symphony produces a lighter, more fluid fabric with a visible sheen that acrylic doesn’t replicate. Acrylic is typically more affordable and comes in a wider color range; Symphony trades that breadth for a more refined finish in a carefully chosen palette.