Spun bamboo was invented in Vietnam over 800 years ago. Spun bamboo is called spun bamboo as it is spun out pieces of bamboo, then the bamboo pieces are glued together into a form. The Vietnamese discovered a way to dry, soak, cut split, and glue the bamboo into round shapes. Spun bamboo is a strong, eco-friendly, natural product that can be used in a variety of home decor and kitchen products.