Childrenswear has to be soft and gentle like babywear, but also tough enough for active kids and frequent washing.
Soft but durable
Fine combed cotton gives softness and low pilling; CVC and cotton-rich blends add the durability kidswear needs. Bamboo and modal suit premium, sensitive-skin ranges.
Clean and safe
Low-nep, contamination-free yarn matters for skin comfort and appearance — see cotton contamination. Many kidswear brands also prefer organic cotton.
Typical choices
Soft single jersey, interlock and rib in combed cotton or CVC, often with a little stretch. See knitting yarn and hosiery yarn.
Building a kidswear range? We will match soft, durable, clean yarn.
More in our yarn guides.