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Natural fibre · Plant fibre

Cotton

Crisp, strong and stitch-defining — the default fibre for flowers, bags and homeware.

Difficulty
Beginner
Category
Fibers

Definition

Cotton is a plant seed fibre spun into inelastic, breathable yarn that holds whatever shape you crochet into it.

Overview

Because it barely stretches, cotton keeps petals petal-shaped and bag walls upright, and it shows stitch definition better than any wool.

It is also washable and non-allergenic, which is why baby and kitchen pieces default to it.

Characteristics

  • Minimal elasticity
  • Excellent stitch definition
  • Machine washable
  • Heavy in large pieces

Typical uses

  • Crochet flowers
  • Bags and baskets
  • Baby items
  • Kitchen and table linen
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Product family

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