This EZ-Spin™ Cotton sliver was originally developed by Joan Ruane. It is specially prepared with handspinners in mind. The natural crimp in the cotton fiber is left in the sliver, and it is wonderful to spin. We currently have the sliver available in brown pima, green, and white pima. These fibers are the same that we turn into our American Maid™ naturally colored cotton yarns. All are available in a 4 oz package. Cotton sliver has a definite direction that makes the spinning process smoother, while the opposite end creates more slubs. If you are having difficulty spinning, try the other end. Soaking in hot water with a little detergent for about 30 minutes will set the twist and clean the cotton. If you want to scour the yarn to either make it more absorbant or to dye it, boil the cotton yarn for 15-20 minutes with a little detergent. Rinse and enjoy your yarn! Would you like a sampler of all the cotton sliver, cotton lint and hemp sliver that we have available? Click here.
