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What Projects are Best for Cotton Blend Fabric?

Because there is so much diversity in blends, cotton blend fabrics are very versatile. You can make just about anything, including jeans, shirts, tote bags, dresses, sweatshirts, tablecloths, jackets, skirts, and more!

Choosing Between 100% Cotton and a Cotton Blend Fabric

There are advantages to both 100% cotton and a cotton blend fabric. Pure cotton is very soft and has great airflow, while blends add properties like stretch and durability. It’s all about what you want to accomplish. If using an all-natural, highly breathable fabric is your main concern, you will likely want to opt for the 100% cotton material. However, if you have other needs, such as lower maintenance, you will want to choose a cotton blend fabric, such as a polyester blend, which washes and dries easily and doesn’t lose its shape.

Advantages of Cotton Blend Fabric:

• Cotton blends can be even more durable than pure cotton
• You have a lot of variety with cotton blend fabrics
• The material holds its shape better than pure cotton
• Cotton blend fabrics shrink less than 100% cotton