Different Types of Cotton
Previously we talked about the Care and uses of Cotton in this post we will go in depth about the different types of cotton listed in that post, their care and common uses associated with them. To start this fabric is made from a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions around the world, including The Americas, Africa, and India. Listed below are just a few variations of cotton.
Different Types of Cotton-Gingham
A lightweight, washable, sometimes sheer stout lightly woven fabric, that is woven in checks, plaids or stripes. Along with muslin, gingham is often used while designing fashions and very often is used to make children’s clothing.
Types of Cotton-Gauze
A sheer, lightly woven fabric similar to cheesecloth. 
It is also made in silk. Cotton gauze by the yard is popular for garments such as loose peasant tops and full skirts and dresses because it is comfortable. This fabric has also become popular with designers and new mothers because it is so comfortable.
Types of Cotton-Percale
A lightweight, closely woven, sturdy fabric that can be found printed in dark and light colors. Percale was originally imported from India in the 17th and 18th centuries, then manufactured in France.
Types of Cotton-Flannel
A plain or twill weave with a slight nap on one or both sides. May be used in all different types of traditional clothing such as trousers. Flannel may be brushed to create extra softness or remain in it’s original state. It is also known to have a shaggy look. Flannel is most often used for night apparel and for children’s clothing because it is so soft.
Types of Cotton-Seersucker
A lightweight cotton fabric crinkled into a lengthwise stripe.When seersucker was first introduced in the United States, it was used for a broad array of clothing items because it is comfortable, light weight and easily washed.
Different Types of Cotton-History of Cotton
Although it is unclear where cotton originates from, the largest producers are China and India with annual production anywhere from 27-34 billion bales a year. Most people don’t notice, but cotton is used to create many of the vital necessities of the world such as bed sheets, towels, robes, jeans and even the shirts on our backs. Regardless of the type of cotton itself, it is used in our everyday lives for many different purposes. In addition to the textile industry, cotton is used in fishing nests, coffee filters, tents and for bookbinding.
Check back soon for updates on fashion fabrics. We hoped that you enjoyed reading about the Different Types of Cotton.
Ethical Apparel Manufacturing
Finding ethical clothing-apparel produced according to fair labor standards-can be difficult but not impossible anymore. Quick fashion has led to cheap clothing and unfair and unsafe practices within overseas apparel manufacturing for the last several decades.
The tide is switching to produce more apparel domestically with fair labor standards or to produce overseas with Fair trade labeling. According to Earnshaws (a Children’s Clothing Industry Magazine) Sixty-Eight percent of those surveyed felt that US products were preferable-regardless of price and 63% felt the quality was better.
Why Ethical Apparel Manufacturing
Treasure Box Kids has sold imported name brand clothing for seven years as Treasure Box Kids. Throughout that time we have seen the quality of apparel construction as well as the quality of the fabrics diminish.
This has been an increasing problem to us and as a result Treasure Box Kids decided to make a change. We decided to manufacture our own brand of Children’s Clothing made here in America. We are sourcing ethically the materials and trims and we are looking to source in the United States whenever we can for our materials.
All of our manufacturing is being done right here in Central Florida with ethical standards. We are choosing the finest materials and trims for our line.
Is Ethical Apparel Manufacturing increasing
All about Shantung-Care & Use
Ever wonder what is the fabric of your special occasion dress? There is a great chance it might be Shantung. Most people probably have never heard of the fabric but it is used in many formal wear items due to its heavy weight and durable construction. The fabric is most often nubby in texture. It is sometimes mistaken for Dupioni but has a more matte finish, less nubby than Dupioni. Although the two are very similar, if you prefer a smoother fabric you should choose Shantung for your dresses versus Dupioni. There are many different commercially sold variations of this fabric and listed below are just a few. Follow our series on fabric types by reading Satin the Fabric of Royalty
Shantung Types:
Taffeta: This is a polyester material from which the natural gum is not removed after weaving. It has the crispness of a Taffeta that is no made from Shantung.
Nylon: Made with Nylon with a Nylon filament warp and a spun nylon yarn in the filling. This fabric has a peculiar type of stiffness.
Rayon: Made with a filament acetate yarn in the warp and spun rayon in the filling.
Changeable: The warp yarns are dyed one color, the filing yarns another. Sometimes the slub filing is dyed several colors. Creates a changeable color surfaces.
Figure Weaves: A design that may be woven fabric to produce a figure on a shantung background.
Shantung Uses
As mentioned before shantung be used in many formal pieces of attire such as Men’s suits and jackets, and any thing from Women’s formal Wedding Dresses to Girls Flower Girl Dresses. Another good use for Shantung is for draperies due to its visible sheen.
Properties and History
Shantung is named for the part of China from which it originates. Dupioni is named for the part of Italy that the fabric originated.. Both are traditionally made from silk, but cotton or any synthetic fibers such as polyester is now commonly used in production of the fabrics. We hope that you enjoyed this article about Shantung.
Treasure Box Kids is pleased to introduce our newest ladybug dress made ethically in the USA! Stop by Treasure Box Kids to view this special girls dress. To learn more about our new line of children’s clothing read our post Treasure Box Kids-New Line of Kid’s Clothing Made in the USA.
Blue Ladybug Dress-Made in the USA
Our Blue Gingham Ladybug Dress is made from Blue and White 100% cotton Gingham fabric. Our cotton is a high-grade cotton that will stand up against shrinkage and color fading when laundered. This girls dress is fully machine washable and should be dried in the machine drier on a low setting. The dress closes in the back with a zippered closure. 
This girls dress is available in girls sizes 2-6 and is perfect for school pictures or summer parties. The waistband is embroidered with adorable ladybugs and flowers and finishes in the back with a large white bow. We featured a cute red daisy trim on the hemline of this dress.
Blue Gingham Ladybug Dress
Treasure Box Kids new line of Children’s clothing is made of high-quality materials and workmanship. She will look adorable in this gingham ladybug dress. This ladybug dress will be a dress that you cherish as an heirloom piece for your collection.
Red and White Polka Dot Ladybug Dress
Our Ladybug Dress is made here in the USA by Treasure Box Kids. Treasure box Kids is proud to announce the first girls dress from our new collection. Our new collection from Treasure Box Kids is being made ethically right here in the USA! To learn more about our new line read our post Treasure Box Kids-New Line of Kid’s Clothing Made in the USA.
Red and White Ladybug Dress
Ladybug Dress-Made in the USA 
Our red and White Ladybug Dress is made from red and white 100% cotton fabric. Our cotton is a high grade cotton that will stand up against shrinkage and color fading when laundered. This girls dress is fully machine washable and should be dried in the drier on a low setting. The dress closes in the back with a zippered closure.
This dress is available in girls sizes 2-6 and is perfect for school pictures or summer parties. The waistband is embroidered with five adorable ladybugs and finishes in the back with a large white bow. So cute is the white daisy trim on the hemline of the dress.
See for yourself the high quality of this and all the Treasure Box Kids apparel in our new line. This adorable ladybug dress is sure to turn heads this summer and be an outfit to keep as an heirloom piece for your collection.
A lightweight, washable, sometimes sheer stout lightly woven fabric, that is woven in checks, plaids or stripes. Along with muslin, gingham is often used while designing fashions and very often is used to make children’s clothing.
A lightweight, closely woven, sturdy fabric that can be found printed in dark and light colors. Percale was originally imported from India in the 17th and 18th centuries, then manufactured in France.
A lightweight cotton fabric crinkled into a lengthwise stripe.When seersucker was first introduced in the United States, it was used for a broad array of clothing items because it is comfortable, light weight and easily washed.