{"id":2967,"date":"2023-03-26T21:28:38","date_gmt":"2023-03-26T15:43:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/?p=2967"},"modified":"2025-10-30T21:14:38","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T15:29:38","slug":"cotone-nella-produzione-artigianale-di-maglieria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/cotone-nella-produzione-artigianale-di-maglieria\/","title":{"rendered":"Cotone nella maglieria fatta a mano: il filato pi\u00f9 versatile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"kt-adv-heading2967_191d01-d8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-custom-color-2-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2967_191d01-d8\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6041,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"wp-custom-template-raw-materials-posts","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","iawp_total_views":32,"footnotes":""},"categories":[350,342],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2967","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-manufacturing","category-raw-materials"],"acf":{"introduction":{"Introduction_Paragraph_1":"Cotton is a versatile and sustainable raw material that offers numerous benefits for hand knitting manufacturing. As a wholesale supplier of cotton handmade knitwear, we are always excited to use unique affect of cotton in apparel as it is ubiquitous and widely used. ","Introduction_Image_1":7368,"introduction_paragraph_2":""},"origins":{"origins_heading":"Where Does Cotton come from?","origins_image":7370,"origins_paragraph":"Cotton yarn has a rich history dating back thousands of years. Evidence of cotton fabrics and the use of cotton in ancient civilizations has been found in various regions, including the Indus River Valley in Pakistan and the Nile Valley in Egypt around 3000 BC.\r\n\r\nCotton may have been domesticated as early as 5000 BC in eastern Sudan near the Middle Nile Basin region."},"About_Our_Yarn":{"origins_our_yarn_heading":"Where does our Cotton Yarn comes from?","origins_our_yarn_paragraph":"As there is no commercial cotton farm in Nepal. We rely on local supplier for cotton yarn.\r\n\r\nThese supplier import to Nepal from other countries mostly from India .\r\n\r\nWe have also been testing few organic cotton yarn from our reputed supplier on China. Though the cost is higher when purchased on smaller quantity.","orings_our_yarn_image":7612},"Appeal_of_this_yarn":{"appeal_of_this_yarn_heading":"Appeal of Cotton","appeal_of_this_yarn_paragraph":"","advantages_image":5932,"appeal_repeater2":[{"appeal_listing2":"Breathable and comfortable to wear next to the skin."},{"appeal_listing2":"Strong, durable, and machine-washable and doesn\u2019t pill"},{"appeal_listing2":"Can easily be dyed in a dizzying array of colors"},{"appeal_listing2":"Usually inexpensive"},{"appeal_listing2":"Hypoallergenic; Good for those with allergies and skin conditions"}]},"Why_Choose":{"why_handmade_Knitwear_Heading":"Why Choose Cotton YARN In Handmade Knitwear and Crochet Manufacturing","Why_handmade_knitwear_paragraph":"You can create wonderful apparel from cotton using our hand knitting skills.\r\n\r\nSince our cotton 4\/4 is soft, it is also suitable for accessories, baby apparels etc. It is usually for summer.","knitwear_manufacturing_image":5989,"knitting_video_url":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SSw8YAZXXXA"},"Apparel_and_Accessories_Category":{"handknit_apparel_heading":"Hand knitted Apparels and Accessories from Cotton yarn","knitted_category_repeater":[{"knitted_category_image":4414,"knitted_category":"Cotton Vests"},{"knitted_category_image":4399,"knitted_category":"Cotton Sweater"},{"knitted_category_image":3711,"knitted_category":"Cotton Sun Hats"},{"knitted_category_image":3714,"knitted_category":"Cotton headbands"}]},"Customization":{"customized_designs_patterns_heading":"Customize to Your Designs and Create unique Patterns","customized_paragraph":"Pick the cotton as your choice, <a href=\"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/online-tools-we-use-to-make-pattern-charts-for-hand-knitting\/\">create a pattern<\/a> by adjusting the gauge.\r\n\r\nWe can create wide variety of designs.","customized_image":7692,"knitting_video":"","few_patterns_-_heading":"Few Patterns and Apparel hand knitted and Crocheted from Cotton","customized_designs_gallery":[2358,2359,2998,2843,2361,3698,8268,8279]},"colors":{"colors_paragraph":"We get ecru color from our supplier. \r\n\r\nFor 2\/10, we have the option to buy in black. These black cotton yarns are much more finer than the ones we do in pot dyeing in small quantities. \r\n\r\nWe dye these hanks to the custom colors with from Pantone charts with MOQ of 10kg per color.","colors_image":8439,"Colors_Photo_gallery":[8298,8297,8295,8465,8623]},"gauge":{"gauge_heading":"Gauge and Stitch count","gauge_paragraph":"We have 100% cotton a following types.\r\n\r\n\r\nCotton 2\/10 N\/M\r\nCotton 4\/4 N\/M\r\nWe have also used 4\/8 NM and 2\/28 NM cotton in few projects. This is not our main yarn.\r\n\r\nWe are also experimenting with Slub cotton in making sweater and sock.\r\n\r\nThe gauge for this yarn are as below:\r\n\r\nCotton 2\/10 NM =&gt;26 stitches and 25 rows.\r\nCotton 4\/4 NM =&gt;23 stitches and 32 rows.","gauge_image":[8404,8405,8406,8407,8408,8409,8410,8411,8412,8413,8414,8415,8416,8417,8418,8419,8420,8421,8422,8423,8424,8425,8426,8427,8428,8429,8430,8431,8432,8433,8434,8435,8436,8437,8438,8439,8440,8441,8442,8443,8444,8447,8448,8449,8450,8451,8452,8453,8454,8455,8456,8460,8461,8462,8463,8464,8465,8466,8467,8468]},"Caring":{"Caring_for_this_yarn_heading":"Caring for Cotton Apparel","caring_for_this_yarn_paragraph":"Handmade cotton knitwear requires special care due to its delicate nature and susceptibility to damage from washing, drying, and even everyday wear. While cotton is a durable fiber, its knit structure makes it prone to stretching, shrinking, snagging, and pilling if not handled properly\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Wash Cold : <\/strong>Use cold water (30\u00b0C or below) to prevent shrinking and preserve color.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Use Mild Detergent: <\/strong>Choose a detergent formulated for cold wash or gentle fabrics.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Dry Naturally: <\/strong><strong data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"749\">Air-dry<\/strong> flat or hang in the shade to prevent shrinkage and fading.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Warm Iron: <\/strong>Use a warm iron to smooth out wrinkles from cotton garments.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","caring_for_yarn_image":8523},"faq":{"faq_headings":"Frequently Asked Questions about Cotton  yarn","faq_repeater":[{"faq_questions":"Why is cotton a good choice for handmade knitwear?","faq_answers":"Cotton is soft, breathable, and hypoallergenic, making it ideal for handmade garments, especially for warm weather or sensitive skin.\r\n\r\n"},{"faq_questions":"How does cotton yarn behave differently from wool or acrylic in knitting?","faq_answers":"Cotton yarn has less elasticity than wool or acrylic, so it holds shape well but may not bounce back as easily. It creates a smooth, structured fabric.\r\n\r\n"},{"faq_questions":"Does cotton knitwear stretch or lose shape over time?","faq_answers":"Cotton can stretch out with wear, especially in heavy or loose-knit garments, so it's important to block and store it properly.\r\n\r\n"},{"faq_questions":"Is cotton suitable for all-season knitwear?","faq_answers":"Cotton is perfect for spring and summer due to its breathability. For winter, it can be layered but may not provide as much warmth as wool.\r\n"},{"faq_questions":"What are the most popular cotton products crafted through hand knitting and hand crochet ?          ","faq_answers":"Popular cotton products crafted through hand knitting include lightweight sweaters, summer headbands, summer dress, sun hat and more."}]},"conclusion_references":{"conclusion_heading":"So, Why is Cotton Special in hand knitting?","conclusion_paragraph":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When soft, breathable cotton meets the hands of a skilled knitter or crocheter, something truly special happens. The yarn flows gently through her fingers, each stitch a quiet act of care, patience, and pride. Handmade cotton knitwear isn\u2019t just clothing\u2014it\u2019s a labor of love, shaped with warmth and intention. Every piece is unique, every detail tells a story, and every purchase supports a woman\u2019s hands at work. In a world of fast fashion, choose something slower, more meaningful\u2014made by hand, made with heart.<\/span>","reference_heading":"Know More About Cotton  Yarn, Noteworthy and link to news","reference_repeater":[{"reference_link":"The CottonWorks News section serves as a dynamic resource hub, offering the latest updates, innovations, and insights to keep textile professionals informed and engaged with the evolving cotton industry landscape.","link":{"title":"https:\/\/cottonworks.com\/news\/","url":"http:\/\/Cottonworks.com","target":"_blank"}},{"reference_link":"The Textile Exchange's Cotton page outlines its voluntary standards and tools\u2014such as the Organic Content Standard, Recycled Claim Standard, and traceability systems\u2014designed to promote responsibly sourced, environmentally and socially beneficial cotton production.","link":{"title":"https:\/\/textileexchange.org\/cotton\/","url":"https:\/\/textileexchange.org\/cotton\/","target":"_blank"}},{"reference_link":"The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) website serves as the authoritative hub for the world\u2019s leading standard in organic textile production, offering comprehensive information on its environmental and social criteria, certification process, traceability, labelling, and certified suppliers ","link":{"title":"https:\/\/global-standard.org\/news\/new-organic-cotton-sourcing-guide-how-to-go-organic","url":"https:\/\/global-standard.org\/news\/new-organic-cotton-sourcing-guide-how-to-go-organic","target":"_blank"}},{"reference_link":"The ICAC (International Cotton Advisory Committee) Data Portal is an interactive platform offering comprehensive, up-to-date global cotton statistics\u2014including production, consumption, trade, and stock data\u2014organized by crop season ","link":{"title":"https:\/\/icac.org\/DataPortal\/DataPortal","url":"https:\/\/icac.org\/DataPortal\/DataPortal","target":"_blank"}}]}},"modified_by":"Rochak Shrestha","taxonomy_info":{"category":[{"value":350,"label":"manufacturing"},{"value":342,"label":"Raw Materials"}]},"featured_image_src_large":["https:\/\/cdn.rochakhandknit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cotton-yarn-Handknitting-Rochak-Handknit.jpg",800,600,false],"author_info":{"display_name":"Rochak Shrestha","author_link":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/author\/webadmin\/"},"comment_info":0,"category_info":[{"term_id":350,"name":"manufacturing","slug":"manufacturing","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":350,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":0,"count":7,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":350,"category_count":7,"category_description":"","cat_name":"manufacturing","category_nicename":"manufacturing","category_parent":0},{"term_id":342,"name":"Raw Materials","slug":"raw-materials","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":342,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":0,"count":6,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":342,"category_count":6,"category_description":"","cat_name":"Raw Materials","category_nicename":"raw-materials","category_parent":0}],"tag_info":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2967","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2967"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2967\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6041"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2967"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2967"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rochakhandknit.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2967"}],"curies":[{"name":"scrivere","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}