Cotton Yarn For Knitting, Crochet & Weaving

Shop cotton yarn at Apricot Yarn & Supply. Choose from a wide selection of brands, fiber, weights, and colors for knitting, crochet, and weaving projects.

Cotton yarn is a plant-based fiber that is grown all over the world. Because it is hypoallergenic and vegan, many people prefer to use cotton fiber in knitting, weaving, and crochet. Cotton is washable and long-lasting. It is soft against the skin and makes an excellent choice for baby garments, sweaters, and durable items like bags, hand towels, washcloths, and blankets. Cotton feels cooler to the touch than wool, and many prefer to wear cotton in the warmer months of the year. Mako cotton from Israel, and Pima cotton from Peru, make some of the softest cotton yarn on the market.

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About Cotton Yarn

Is cotton yarn good for clothes?

Cotton is excellent for knitting and crochet, as the fiber gives you the option to produce very tight fabric or work at a loose gauge to make it more open.

Is cotton yarn durable?

Cotton yarn is strong and hard to break, making it a long-lasting and durable fiber option. This makes cotton great for hardwearing items like wash or dish clothes, blankets, bags, or baby items. Cotton can be washed and dried by machine over and over.

Is cotton yarn scratchy?

Cotton fiber is smooth, so it feels soft against the skin and rarely causes irritation. High-quality cotton is never coarse or scratchy. Sometimes, cotton can become stiff with wash and wear, so choose high-quality cotton for those items you are making that will be worn against the skin. Pima cotton and Israeli Maku cotton are some of the softest cotton fibers available. Pima cotton is higher-end cotton with a longer fiber than conventional cotton. It has a reputation for producing a smooth fabric that's soft to the touch, wrinkle-resistant, and ultra-durable.

Is cotton production environmentally friendly?

Cotton production is water-intensive and can use many chemicals when harvesting cotton. We recommend opting for organic cotton produced without harmful herbicides and more sustainable land management practices. Also, look for GOTS certification to find yarn qualified as having no residual chemicals and cleaner production.Can cotton yarn be used for cooking? Cotton yarn works great for kitchen items because it is absorbent and does not melt, unlike acrylic. Cotton also has a high smoke point, so it is safer around open flame than wool or acrylic.

What does mercerized cotton mean?

Mercerized cotton yarn is cotton that has been spun and treated not to shrink when washed and dried. Mercerized cotton tends to be stiffer and has a sheen; it is great for items that need to be sturdy and will be washed often.