Question from susan17
Hi Debra,
I am trying to make some type of bedding to sleep on,I was thinking to buy some cotton fabric at the fabric store to make blankets with (NOT ORGANIC I cant tolerate it)
Is the cotton fabric you buy on a role treated with flame retardant as well ?And if so what is the safest cotton to use? and what about cotton canvas does this have a finish?
I read also that you said the pesticides in natural cotton batting remain-so what can I use for filling for a pillow? i know polyester batting is toxic-
Thanks
Susan
Debra’s Answer
Whether or not cotton fabric is treated with flame retardant depends on the fabric. Cotton fabric sold “on a roll” is generally upholstery fabric and would be more likely to have a fire retardant than fabric sold to make clothing. Upholstery fabrics are usually well-labeled and might say that they have fire retardants if they do.
Cotton canvas is generally used for more rugged applications, like tote bags, etc, so does not have permanent press finishes and probably not fire retardants.
I suggest you use rolled up cotton terrycloth towels for pillow stuffing.
Get a small sample of whatever cotton fabric you are considering and test it before buying a lot of fabric to make blankets. Why not just buy cotton blankets ready-made?
