The Origin of Cotton

Cotton is a valuable fiber. It consists of a collection of soft, fluffy fibers composed of 94% cellulose.

It is harvested from the seed pod of a perennial shrub.

Today, the plant is most widely grown in Mexico, Australia, and Africa.

In Bulgaria, cotton gained widespread popularity in the mid-19th century.

After the Liberation, the areas sown with cotton reached 30,000 decares, gradually increasing to 340,000.

Due to the drastic reduction of the textile industry in Bulgaria in the 1990s, the cultivation of this fiber plant significantly decreased.

Today, cotton sowing is concentrated in Stara Zagora, Plovdiv, and Haskovo.

Types

There are several types of cotton, depending on where the plant is grown and its characteristics.

1. Upland Cotton

Upland cotton is the most widespread type. It originates from Central America and Mexico.

2. Creole or Egyptian – grown in South America

3. Tree Cotton – grown in India and Pakistan.

4. Mediterranean – common in the Arabian Peninsula and Africa.

Applications

The plant has wide applications in the production of:

1. Yarns

Yarn consists of long, continuous strands or fibers. It can consist of one or several types of threads.

Different types of fibers are mixed in production, as each has its advantages.

Synthetic fibers are more durable, while natural fibers are more skin-friendly.

Yarn is used in the textile industry for weaving, sewing, knitting, and embroidery.

2. Textiles

Textile is a collective term for all products made by weaving, knitting, or pressing various artificial, natural or synthetic fibers.

3. Artificial Silk

4. Filters and Windings for Electric Motors

5. Oil

• Obtained through hot pressing - oil extracted from the seeds is used for soap production and technical purposes.
• Obtained through cold pressing – used for flavoring foods, similar to sunflower oil.

6. Proteins extracted from the seeds have a composition similar to milk and are an ingredient in baby food.

7. Processed stalks can be used as an energy source.

8. In Art

There are decorative cotton items available for art lovers.

They are extremely light and easy to work with.

The cotton accessories can be easily colored and glued to any surface.

On EM ART, you will find a variety of decorative cotton elements.

One of the most popular items is cotton eggs. They are small with a hole in the center.

Create stunning dolls by using them to form the head or body of the doll.

You can add eyes made from any material, artificial hair, clothes, and shoes, resulting in unique outcomes.

The dolls can be made in different sizes and decorated with ribbons, glitter, beads, and colored cords.

You can also use the elements to create jewelry.

Cotton elements are very convenient for making bracelets and other jewelry as they are soft and gentle on the skin.

You just need to design your jewelry and incorporate the cotton balls into the design.

Once you have your idea ready, decide whether to keep their natural white color or dye them in other shades.

Create original gifts for your loved ones. Everyone would be delighted to receive an individual, handmade gift.

Decorative items made from cotton are also ideal for creating decorations for various occasions.

You can make Christmas ornaments, sprinkle them with colored glitter, and hang them on your Christmas tree. Watch as your holiday decorations light up the room!

Use the cotton eggs to create thematic Easter decorations. Use decorative grass with the artificial eggs.

This decoration can be used for several consecutive years, as the materials are durable and do not age.

These elements are also used in decorating birthdays, christenings, bridal showers, and more.

If you haven’t used cotton decorative items before and don’t know how to work with them, you can seek advice from other hobbyists.

There are video tutorials online to help you learn how to work with this material.

There are also various art manuals for enthusiasts that offer a variety of ideas and techniques for working with cotton.

Don’t hesitate to try new techniques. Every new attempt leads to interesting and surprising results.

Prices

At EM ART’s online store, we strive to maintain low and affordable prices for our customers. We frequently offer discounts on regular-priced items.

The cost of each product in the category depends on its type, size and purpose.

Why Choose EM ART?

EM ART is the most richly stocked online store for hobby materials. Here, you will find everything you need for your creative projects – tools, beads, different types of paper, cardboard, jewelry accessories, decoration materials, and gift packaging at affordable prices.

All items are made from high-quality and safe materials.

We sell both retail and wholesale. For wholesale traders, we offer preferential prices.

Delivery

After selecting the necessary hobby materials, you need to enter your details – full name, phone number and the address where you want to receive your package.

Expect your order within a couple of working days.

Unleash your creativity with EM ART materials!