Cotton Apparel

i saw this interlock mini skirt that i bout at american apparel today, it was a small n i thought it would fit alright, but the bottom is a bit loose, since it was the last one, i had to buy it, just wondering will it shrink if i put in the laundry? if so, how much?
cuz i want it to shrink a bit, and when it does shrink, does it stay till that size? thanks

The interlock material doesn't shrink as much, but it'll still shrink a bit in the dryer. However, it'll stretch back out as you're wearing it.

2008-06-07 22:44:11 by Lapine

Vid from the Launch of all the new stuff ctn has come up with. Stores from all over came together at Docklands to see in the new season styles ...

i heard that american apparel imports cotton from china to produce it-s shirts in the states. i tried to find more information about the source of their textile capitol but was unable as they are currently expanding production and sales to china...

I don't know who sells it and to whom but when I was going through north florida and south Georgia on a particular highway I saw scores of cotton feilds. I know along time ago the south was known for its cotton production. The good quality cotton is going to someone. Clothing with all cotton is the most expensive and some companies are making sure they get the most of it. Perhaps you already know who those companies are. All we need to do is look in the stores and see the names of the companies that are charging big bucks for the all cotton garments.

2009-05-15 15:53:21 by dave

Price: $16.00 $16.00

Crew length, size 10-13 sock which fits shoe sizes 7-12
Machine wash warm, tumble dry low
Lightweight mercerized cotton lisle for long-lasting wear.

This might seem like a random question, but I want to dye a white AA all-in-one playsuit to a different colour (they don't do the colour I want).

It's made out of cotton/spandex mix and I have a dress in the same fabric - the care lable says 'wash at 30 degrees' on the dress, so I assume the playsuit will be exactly the same, being the same fabric...
However, the fabric dye I want to use (Dylon) has to be used in a 40 degree wash...

Has anyone ever washed an AA cotton/spandex item at 40 degrees and did it turn out OK?

OR

Have you ever used a Dylon dye, meant to be used at 40 degrees at a lower temperature?

Dylon have discontinued their cold water dye, so I can't use that & I prefer to dye in my washing machine, because it's easier.

Thanks!
Gem

I've only ever dyed something by soaking it in a pale of water lol

I'm not sure whether the clothes would be harmed at higher temperatures - they might lose their elasticity & shape in a hot wash.

You might be better finding a different brand of dye, that doesn't involve a high temperature.

2008-12-15 08:32:27 by beetroot biscuit

Price: $12.00 $12.00

Reinforced heel and toe
Combed cotton for breathable comfort
85% Combed Cotton, 15% Stretch Nylon

Im thinking of getting it but it looks a bit short. Does anyone have it and do they find its a bit short? There isn't an American Apparel store near me unfortunately so i cant try anything on. Im a UK size 10 so what size should i get and also which is the best colour? http://store.americanapparel.co.uk/rsa83 53.html#i Thanks v much (:
I wouldnt be wearing it as a dress, just a skirt but i think in the photo's it looks a bit pulled up..?

wear it as a dress!!! omg its waay better as a dress! size 8-10 is small and size 10-12 is medium so your call. and i don't even think its short lol and ooh get royale blue or purple. cant do a smiley or anything cos im on the dodgy keyboard x

2009-02-15 06:25:57 by Malibu Barbie

i bought a new t-shirt that has a label..."made in the usa by american apparel of 100% cotton"...how can i prevent this shirt to shrink? it fits perfectly right now and i am scared it will shrink from the wash/dry...any suggestions? would be greatly appreciated. thanks.

Wash it in cold water, and dry with the lowest setting on your dryer. ours has an extra low setting.. but if your still worried just use an air setting. it might take awhile but it will go quicker if thats the only thing in there.

2008-02-06 13:24:59 by David C