The Benefits of Using yellow cotton fabric

There are many positive reasons to sew with cotton, but, for dressmaking, the main advantages are:

Cotton is great to use whatever the season. The material will keep you cool in the summer but is a good insulator when the weather turns colder. Cotton is breathable and comfortable whatever the weather.

Cotton fabric is very stable and easy to work with. Cotton is easier to cut and sew than many other fabrics.

Cotton is very versatile. Depending on the way cotton is woven it can be a stiff and heavy material (e.g. denim) or it can be light and super soft (e.g. cotton lawn). Cotton is also a very strong fabric – whatever the thickness. Cotton actually gets stronger when it is wet which means it will hold it’s shape very well.

However, cotton material is not perfect! The main disavatages in using cotton for dressmaking are:

Cotton fabric is not great at holding dye. This may can mean that some cotton material may fade over time and the dye can bleed when washed. However in really good quality cotton material the chances of this happening are very low.

Cotton fabric can shrink. The hotter the wash, the greater the chance that the material may shrink (it can shrink by up to 3%). However, many of the better quelity cotton you can buy are prewashed and with 30 degrees washes and a bit of care, you should not have a problem with your favourite makes getting smaller!

Cotton creases. Cotton fabric is susceptible to wrinkles and creasing. Cotton does look its best when it is ironed.There are many positive reasons to sew with cotton material, but, for dressmaking, the main advantages are:

Cotton is one of the most widely used fibers worldwide, but unfortunately, most of the cotton that is available in the market is produced by extremely polluting processes. However, there exist other sustainable alternatives to conventional cotton, such as organic cotton, that are more environmentally-friendly. In this article, we will talk about what organic cotton is, its characteristics, uses, benefits and why you should choose it instead of conventional cotton.

What is organic cotton?

Organic cotton is a type of cotton that is produced without the use of pesticides or synthetic chemicals. Instead, farmers use natural and organic methods to control pests and weeds. This makes organic cotton safer for the environment, the farmers and the people who use it.

Characteristics of organic cotton

Organic cotton has many characteristics that make it superior to conventional cotton. For example, organic cotton is softer, more durable and more breathable than conventional cotton. In addition, because no toxic chemicals are used in its production, organic cotton is less irritating to sensitive skin and less likely to cause allergies.

Uses of organic cotton fabric

Organic cotton fabric is used in a wide variety of products. Specially, it is commonly used in the fashion world for different types of garments such as shirts and t-shirts, but it is also very popular in home products like towels and sheets. Additionally, since organic cotton is a perfect fabric alternative for sensitive skin, it is also widely used in the production of clothing for babies, as well as a good choice for everyday products, such as underwear and socks.

Organic cotton and the environment

One of the most important reasons for choosing organic cotton is its impact on the environment. We’ve talked before about how conventional cotton is produced with the intensive use of pesticides and synthetic chemicals; these chemicals pollute water and soil, damage farmers’ health and contribute to climate change. However, organic cotton production uses natural and organic methods to control pests and weeds, which not only reduces the amount of toxic chemicals in the environment, but also helps conserve biodiversity and promote soil and water health. 

Benefits of using organic cotton fabric

In addition to its positive impact on the environment and farmers’ health, organic cotton has other important benefits:

• It is softer and more comfortable than conventional cotton, making it ideal for people with sensitive skin or allergies. 

• Organic cotton is more durable and can last longer than conventional cotton, which means it is a more profitable investment in the long run. In addition, because organic cotton is breathable, it is a good choice for sportswear and for people who need comfortable, breathable clothing for their work.

• It is readily biodegradable and compostable, which means it leaves no toxic waste in the environment. This is especially important when you consider the amount of clothing and textiles that end up in landfills each year. By choosing organic cotton products, you can be sure that you are reducing your carbon footprint and helping to keep the environment clean and healthy.

• Finally, organic cotton is also a way to support local farmers and rural communities. By choosing organic cotton products, you are supporting farmers who work hard to produce healthy and sustainable products, and helping to boost the local economy.

If you’re looking for organic cotton fabrics, we’ve got you covered. In Recovo, we have a wide selection of organic cotton fabrics that contribute to the circularity of materials. 

Check out our category for organic cotton fabrics by clicking here,

or explore our selection of GOTS certified organic cotton if you’re looking for fabrics with certification.