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  2. List of yarns for crochet and knitting - Wikipedia

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    Depending on the exact yarn weight and the gauge of the knitter or crocheter and how tight or loose the yarn is held, the gauge listed below can vary.The type of yarn can also affect the look of the item, so if it’s thicker yarn the item will look bulkier compared to yarn that is thinner. For this reason it is important to check the gauge of ...

  3. Organic cotton - Wikipedia

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    Organic cotton production in Africa takes place in at least 8 countries. The earliest producer (1990) was the SEKEM organization in Egypt; the farmers involved later convinced the Egyptian government to convert 400,000 hectares of conventional cotton production to integrated methods, [20] achieving a 90% reduction in the use of synthetic ...

  4. Naturally colored cotton - Wikipedia

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    Naturally colored cotton is cotton that has been bred to have colors other than the yellowish off-white typical of modern commercial cotton fibres. Colors grown include red, green and several shades of brown. [1] The cotton's natural color does not fade. This form of cotton also feels softer to the skin and has a pleasant smell.

  5. Embroidery thread - Wikipedia

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    Perle cotton (also known as pearl cotton, or by the French coton perlé) is an S-twisted, 2-ply thread with high sheen, sold in five sizes or weights (No. 3, 5, 8, 12 and 16 (Finca), with 3 being the heaviest and 16 the finest). It is suitable for many different types of embroidery.

  6. Cotton classing - Wikipedia

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    Staple length is a term referring to the average length of a group of fibers of any composition. Short staple cotton fibers produce carded yarns that are generally irregular and have protruding hairs, hence a low yarn quality. Long-staple fibers contribute to better spinnability and strength, delivering regular yarns of superior quality.

  7. Thread (yarn) - Wikipedia

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    Thread is similar to yarn, cord, twine, or string, and there is some overlap between the way these terms are used. However, thread is most often used to mean materials fine and smooth enough for sewing, embroidery, weaving, or making lace or net. Yarn is often used to mean a thicker and softer material, suitable for knitting and crochet.

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