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qualtiy cotton knit

Mary_Hattick | Posted in Fabric and Trim on

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I have a difficult time buying cotton knit that doesn’t pill. I think I am buying quality, but after a few washings (or more) the fabric starts to pill and look old and ugly.

Can anyone give me tips about how to know a good cotton knit before I but it?

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  1. Elona_Masson | | #1

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    Mary, I have never had a 100% cotton knit pill on me--however, I HAVE had poly blends do plenty of pilling (I never use them anymore). You might want to check the fiber content on the end of the bolt to make sure that you're getting all-cotton.

    1. Nicolaisen_Melba | | #2

      *I am on a quest for good quality "bottom" weight cotton knit similar to that used in better children's clothing such as sold by Gymboree. I am frustrated in that none seem to be available in children's colors or not available at all. Do I have to settle for poly-cotton? Looking for solid colors. Prints for tops and t-shirts are readily available. I live in Kansas City and will be going to New York in May. However, I want it now. As far as I can tell from their web site, even SewBaby only offers poly cotton.

      1. judi_dean | | #3

        *Nicolaisen - try secret workshop - it's a children's fabric store in BC, Canada. I've bought plain 100% cotton knit from them for shorts & the quality is excellent (so is their service). They will send swatches. The internet site is http://www.netidea.com/~workshop. the email address is [email protected]

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