Cotton is the most common type of fabric that is used to make t shirts, but you should remember that there are a few different types of cotton that can be used for shirt production.
Ø Combed cotton is softer fabric and is created when short strands are eliminated, then fine brushes straighten the fibers. This makes the fabric smoother, and stronger. It better material for printing design and graphics
Ø Organic cotton is a softer, more comfortable and a popular option. It's more expensive than regular cotton, and the cotton is grown without many fertilizers or pesticides.
Ø Pima cotton is known to be the highest quality cotton that money can buy, with extra long fibers which ensure the softness of the t shirt fabric. Pima cotton is durable - it resists pilling, fading, and stretching. Supima is the same type of cotton as Pima, but it's specifically grown in the US.
Ø Slub cotton is a type of cotton that looks like it has slight lumps in the fabric. This is created before the cotton is weaved, where the cotton is twisted, and the twists are irregular. Slub cotton is unique - it’s light, airy and does not cling to the body. It's also naturally textured, which means that there is no need to iron it.