Cotton: The global natural fiber
Cotton is a soft, fluffy staple plant fiber that grows in a capsule around the seeds of cotton plants. This shrub is native to tropical and subtropical regions around the world, including the Americas, Africa, Egypt, and India.
Cotton is widely used in clothing and home textiles, such as sheets, towels, and curtains. Cotton fabric is comfortable to wear due to its softness and breathability. It helps keep us cool in hot climates and warm in colder climates. It is also hypoallergenic, making it suitable for sensitive skin.
How is cotton produced?
The fiber is most often spun into yarn or thread and used to make a soft, breathable, and durable fabric. The use of cotton for fabric has been known since prehistoric times; fragments of cotton fabric dating back to the fifth millennium BC have been found in the Indus Valley civilization, as well as remnants of fabric dating back to 4200 BC in Peru. Today, cotton is the most widely used natural fiber fabric in clothing worldwide, thanks to the 19th-century invention of the cotton gin, a method of separating cotton fibers from seeds, which lowered production costs and led to its widespread use.
In the manufacture of cotton fabrics, the fibers are processed to remove impurities and seeds. These fibers are then spun into yarn, which is later used to weave fabrics.
The ideal fiber for your projects
At Pontirumi.com, we have the best cotton skeins for you. The popular Scheepjes Catona skeins have become a staple yarn for many crafters. Made from 100% mercerized cotton, this superfine yarn is naturally breathable and characterized by a soft, delicate sheen and a smooth, supple feel.
Catona skeins are safe for use by people with sensitive hands, such as babies and children. Not to mention, this yarn is made from recycled wastewater, offering a more sustainable choice for eco-conscious crafters as well.
Available in a huge range of colors, enjoy endless color combinations with Scheepjes Catona. Create a variety of clothing, amigurumi, accessories, homewares, and children's toys with this must-have yarn!
