Today, I’m conducting my own weaving experiment involving mercerized vs unmercerized cotton. So, put on your scientist hat and let’s go!
To start, let me say that I am a weaver that uses A LOT of unmercerized cotton in an 8/4 format. I love it. Thus, it’s going to take some serious magic for me to consider any other yarn. Click on episode 222 to see how the experiment goes.
Mercerized vs Unmercerized Cotton
Show Notes –
How do they mercerize cotton? – I found a really interesting blog post about the history of mercerization and how they treat the cotton fibers. Check it out here to expand your yarn knowledge (it’s great for trivia night!).
Canvas Weave – In this video, I mention the pattern I’m working with as canvas weave. If you’re unfamiliar with this one, I have a recent episode that sums it up quite nicely! Take a look right here.
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