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Growing, Spinning and Weaving Cotton
Guys, I made fabric from dirt! This video documents my process from start to finish growing, harvesting, processing and weaving cotton. The variety of cotton I started with was a long-staple white cotton which I started indoors to avoid our shorter growing season. I was really proud of this process!
::::Tools::::
Nesco Food Dehydrator - www.amazon.com...
Electric Eel 5.2 E-spinner - www.dreamingro...
Hansen Lazy Kate - hansencrafts.c...
Clemes & Clemes Curved Back Cotton Carders - clemes.com/pro...
Ashford Joy 2 - woolery.com/as...
Woolee Winder - www.thewooleewi...
Ashford SampleIt Loom - woolery.com/as...
This video is not intended to be a tutorial.
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I’m only 16, but I want to make all my fabric and dye with plants to make my own clothing. Thank you for this video.
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
Happy to help and best wishes. I hope you'll share your journey!
@arthurking7059
3 жыл бұрын
NIce bro! Im learning the same. Ive been studying the old way, history, & traditional crafts, etc. since i was 9. If you wanna get in contact lemme know! Id be happy to answer any questions or just share info 😃 (im 17 btw)
@violetcarson5532
3 жыл бұрын
I do to🤗
@astefanlopez
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Luciano, seems like you are not the only one! I'm 17 btw lol.
@yathatsme132
2 жыл бұрын
Me too! 17 here. I want everything to be natural, sustainable and friendly to my skin
It makes me so happy to see the full textile process from seed to sample :)
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
Me too! It is so rewarding to tell people "I made this from dirt."
I also grow my own cotton to spin but I spin it off of the seed. Just use a small dog brush to comb it out some and spin away. It pulls away from the seed very easily.
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
Luxurious!
@violetcarson5532
3 жыл бұрын
Wooooooooow 🤗
I was able to use this video to teach my preschooler how her dress was made froma cotton plant. THANKS!!!
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
This made me so happy to hear. As a librarian by profession, I love teaching opportunities!
@jessicapearson9479
2 жыл бұрын
While that was smart. It would have been better to show her how her dress was really made. This video is great if made by had but as you can see the fabric is nowhere near the same. I believe how it's made shows how fabrics for clothes are really made from cotton.
@kellyriddell5014
Жыл бұрын
@@jessicapearson9479 This is a way clothes can be "really made." Of course, this was a looser weave, which was a choice by the weaver, but they don't have to be woven loosely. This was the way clothing was made for centuries, and some people still do it now. It definitely could help a child learn how the basic process works, and then you can follow up with educating about factories, or even sweat shops, etc. if you want to modernize it, but this video shows the steps of how a regular person can do it.
@jessicapearson9479
Жыл бұрын
You completely misunderstood what I was writing. Try to learn how to comprehend what people are saying before lecturing them about things they already know.
@kellyriddell5014
Жыл бұрын
@@jessicapearson9479 Well, you did say "made by had," so maybe the message wasn't so clear to begin with.
I'm 15 turning 16, I'm starting my garden with avocado and green onion because my mother suddenly bought avocado and the green onion I got from the fridge had roots. I want to have cotton garden and make my own clothes with them. Thank you for the tutorial.
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Green onion is a good garden veggie. I've got onion and garlic going, myself. I'd love to hear if you try cotton!
@PreciousMkhonto
7 ай бұрын
I don't understand how can a plants make fabric
Thank you for making this! I'm a homeschool mama, teaching my kiddos about the Civil War and the cotton industry and the Lowell Mills and factories, and was searching for a video that would at least come close to showing how cotton became thread way back then. My 13yo was especially impressed and now wants to learn how to weave like this.
@Luthvarian
Жыл бұрын
So glad it was helpful to you and inspiring to your 13yo!
@SommerIsley
3 күн бұрын
Cotton Industry? So...slavery you mean
Very nice not many really make their own stuff anymore so its nice to find channels that can show more insight into these kind of things
@Luthvarian
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
This is marvellous!! Back to basics and living almost carbon free. Best wishes
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
What a fantastic video! I grew my own cotton this year and needed some direction. This is perfect. And such a lovely sincerity!
Absolutely Amazing I am extremely impressed on the twist you got from your cotton plus it is a nice financial change from the ever increasing price of wool.
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
The finer the fiber and yarn, the more twist it can hold. 💛
@ewacharmacnissen2927
Жыл бұрын
Finest in the world silk
it's an awesome video. Great process to watch and extra points for the squirrel and the drama at the beginning of the video 🤣🤣🤣 great video!! thanks for making it!!!
Loved the Video!
I didn’t realise it was possible to be this cool.
@Luthvarian
Жыл бұрын
I'll need you to come to my highschool reunion and tell my classmates that. ;-)
I didn't understand the deal with carding, now I do. Thank you.
i thoroughly enjoyed this
This is so cool! Worth mentioning that growing cotton in some US states is illegal because of pests that could infect commercial crops. Not saying the police will raid any gardens, but to those watching, check to see if it's legal to grow where you are! I'm pretty sure I'm allowed to grow marijuana but not cotton 😂
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely true.
@annvassallo2604
3 жыл бұрын
You can't grow it is n Tennessee.
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
@@annvassallo2604 Yeah, any state where cotton is grown commercially, you'd need a permit. If you're interested, contact the Tennessee Department of Agriculture. If you can show that it is for educational purposes, it is a big plus.
@susanmiller7472
2 жыл бұрын
THE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION OFFICE MAY BE ABLE TO HELP YOU.
@jessicapearson9479
2 жыл бұрын
Actually, that is not true. Importing already growing plants is illegal because they could bring pests with them. But it is legal if you grow directly from seed.
Wow! What an incredible process. I'm absolutely amazed and beyond grateful that you created and shared this video. Thank you and all the very best for your creative pursuits! 🙏🏽🌺
This was very interesting to watch. A great illustration of the process! So cool.
This is an awesome video. Fascinating and educational, plus your work is beautiful. So much patience and skill.
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
This is a video worth watching and saving for later. I grew some cotton for fun and now I'm not sure what to do with it, and you have shown it's actually possible to make your own cloth... I will probably crochet mine, but I do have a small loom I can try and weave on.... Thanks
Such a nice example of the basic system of raw cotton to fabric. Thank you. 😊
What a lovely, clear video!
My friend just moved to Florida and I mentioned about making a scarf from start to finish exactly like this. Makes me want to move south now to make my own fabric! Wow!! Amazing!!
Please keep in mind that in some parts of the United States growing cotton (even in your private garden ) is illegal. My state of Alabama is one so check your state laws if living in the US. Great video...so informative 👏 👌 👍
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, check with your state's Department of Agriculture. They can issue special permits for small, educational gardens.
@lisawilkerson5671
3 жыл бұрын
@@carolthornley1265 cotton, tobacco, ect...are considered "cash crops" especially here in southern states. Us south folks have to have a permit to grow it. I know it's crazy and probably wouldn't kick up any trouble for a small garden amount but you never know.
@Kathryn8078
3 жыл бұрын
@@carolthornley1265 It's so that the State can keep an eye on the boll weevil population. Commercial farms are inspected, but they can't visit every household and they don't want another infestation (at least, that is what I was told ;))
@bweaverla
4 ай бұрын
The boll weevil was eradicated in all places in the US except some parts of southern Texas in 2009. So you should check with local governances on the illegality. I suspect they will catch up with the current science soon.
@reetachowdhury384
2 ай бұрын
Why is that so? It's not a drugs plant right?
Beautiful yarn and cloth! Loving seeing the whole process in your beautiful video. One thing I love doing is to put a couple of cotton plants in pots at the end of the season and keep them as houseplants 'till next spring. It gets them off to a good start for next year.
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
What a great idea! Do they transplant okay?
@CrowingHen
3 жыл бұрын
@@Luthvarian mine lose any flowers they had, but I think they would do better if I was more diligent at digging up the roots and actually watering potted plants.
@ChandChandramukhi
2 жыл бұрын
I did this, they germinated and evolved into a little plant with 2 leaves, and then died. I tried again and again died. Do they need a lot of heat? or some special soil?
@CrowingHen
2 жыл бұрын
@@ChandChandramukhi Mine like the same conditions as starting tomatoes. There's a sweet spot of not too wet, not too dry, not too cold. Avoid a draft but get lots of airflow to prevent mould and damping off. I find about 70-75F is a good temp.
HELOOOO!!!! I grow and spin my own cotton. Since I live in tropical climate, Im fortunate to have now a Cotton tree! 4 years old. So I share your spinning fever!!!! I liked your video very much. I liked your carding technique... So im going to try it, since I think my messy rollags are keeping me from more consistent yarn. Thank You!!!!
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
Oh wow! That's incredible! Good luck and happy spinning!
Thanks for making the whole process so clear in such a short video.
This was so cool! Thank you for sharing all of your hard work!
That is so cool! Thanks for the video.
@Luthvarian
Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
This video was the deciding factor in me growing cotton plants this year. Have no idea what I’ll do with them because I have equipment to process it but they seem to love the heat so far.
Wow, so amazing! I love needlework, sewing, etc. and I loved watching how textiles are actually made.
After a day of hard work watching this video has revived me
Amazing! I'm blown away by the work and skill required. The fact that you love what you're doing shows on your face. You're glowing and happy. I love it!
Thank you for sharing. I was able to show my toddler how cotton turns into a cloth or mat. Loved it. Very informative.
This is one of the best videos I have come across. Just when I am discovering charkha. Very comprehensive. Very beautiful. Thank you.
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! I'm glad you found it helpful and best of luck with your charkha!
How wonderful thing is this.
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Long magic
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Pesky squirrels ;-)
Now this is a useful video! Well done!
@Luthvarian
10 ай бұрын
Thank you!
Yes, it is cool. It's lots of hard work too. It looks difficult to learn all the processes. Thanks for sharing.
I'm about a month in to learning to spin with wool. Now I'm expanding my fiber knowledge😊
Wow amazing process…
*hat-off* I am doing a quick search about how cotton fabric is made and it turned me to your video. Amazingly great for all of your efforts, understanding and technique, and time u put into the product. Just so great. Thanks for sharing!
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thank you!
This is cool, My mom told me about the cards, but I've never really seen it Done, This is very educational, Thank you for showing This,
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Well made video and beautiful process. A lot of work and patience. Very enjoyable. Thank you for sharing.
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
This is very pleasing to watch, thanks for posting!
@Luthvarian
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
I need this process in my life!
Yes, magic!
Love you video! Thank you from Alabama
thank you very much sister
Being able to this at home one day is the dream, thanks for the video
@Luthvarian
Жыл бұрын
You can do it!
Love it.. you are just the 1 I'm searching for... Thank you for this ..
That's a tremendous amount of work and equipment.
Yes thanks for sharing this video
@Luthvarian
10 ай бұрын
My pleasure
Thank you
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome
Beautiful. Thanks for sharing
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and happy to share!
😮 that is a beautiful and rare art and skill ❤
I don't know but I just fell in love. Man this is pure love
So interesting! And such even threads!
Im 17, hoping to soon make my own fibers and dyes. I crochet and knit, ill be getting angora rabbits soon, sheep in the future and maybe cotton after this video lol.
well done!
Thanks for sharing ❤
As a first resort, you should have started collecting the primary ingredient for squirrel stew. Food a fiber.
This is super cool!
@Luthvarian
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Nice job! Your yarn came out gorgeous. It's ilegal to grow cotton where I live but I could buy some bolls and take it from there. It would be fun to try,
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
That's a great idea!
You are having so good patience
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
LoL! "Disaster!" to que up the Carl Orff-like music. I grew cotton recently and was happy with the outcome, but not sure how to card it. Looking forward to the rest of your video
Wonderful
beautiful.
Those squirrels😩 This was awesome!
This is great!! 4 Making Your Own Cosplay 💡Ideas💟
Incredible
thank you for sharing beautiful.
So much of hard work... Awesome job ....brilliant video...thanks so much.
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and I'm glad you found it interesting!
Wao Since I watched this video I became fan of you.really remarkable
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
don't loose hope keep struggling and yoy have a beautiful smile . # from India
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
Super calming to watch! Thanks for sharing!
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you, Luthvarian.
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
Wool was easier to process in preindustrial times because of the obvious difficulty of the cotton seeds buried in the product. Once the cotton gin (seed remover) was invented the process took off and made cotton milling profitable. It made both the American South and the English Millers enormously rich at the same time creating a wide spread abuse of slaves and factory workers. Machines have advanced to the point of eliminating most human labor from the process and greatly increasing production. The same is true of wool but it’s still more expensive because shearing wool cannot be done by strictly machinery, although electric shears sped it up.
incredible process
Thank you.
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
Amazing job this was very inspirational.
Lovely! I've been wanting to try cotton 😊
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
You should!
You are friggin cool 🙌🏻 aspirations
@Luthvarian
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
love the video!
Awesome video. I really learned a lot and it was entertaining too. Thank You.
thank you, I've been wanting to see the cotton plants and flowers!
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
Fantastic video production and information, thanks!
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
Stupendo vedere il cotone nascere dalla terra ed essere trasformato in tessuto artigianalmente
Wonderful video! Thank you for sharing. I just bought my first cotton seeds! Looking forward to the journey.
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! Feel free to share your results. We love seeing success stories. :-)
Beautiful work
Quality video, this is exactly what I was looking for
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
Thank you fantastic
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you too!
It's amazing and inspiring.... thank you for your patience and effort
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure 😊
Parabéns por seu trabalho e obrigada por compartilhar! Beijos do Brasil!
Wow!
So cool
Thanks for this wonderful video 🙏
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure 😊
Impressive
@Luthvarian
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Excellent. Exactly what I was looking for!
@Luthvarian
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it is useful!
Wonderful awesome
@Luthvarian
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!