Royal Cotton

A smooth, silky mercerized cotton in 100% Giza cotton. It has a soft sheen, a cool touch, and crisp stitch definition, and it is OEKO-TEX® certified.

Estako Royal Cotton is spun from extra-long Giza fibers, so it stays strong and breathable while giving each stitch a refined, polished finish. The mercerization locks in color brilliance that holds up wash after wash.

Best for

• Summer tops, dresses, blouses and skirts
• Baby clothing and soft accessories
• Amigurumi toys and fine decorative work
• Bags, market totes and lace edging
• Doilies, tablecloths and home decor

• Material: 100% Mercerized Giza Cotton
• Ball weight: 50 g (1.76 oz)
• Length: 137 yds (125 m)
• Knitting needle: 2-3 mm (US 0-2)
• Crochet hook: 2.5-3.5 mm (US C-2 to E-4)
• Yarn weight (CYCA): #1 Super Fine (Sock / Fingering / Baby)
• Structure: 4 Ply, WPI 20
• Gauge (knit): 28 sts x 28 rows to 10 x 10 cm
• Certification: OEKO-TEX® Standard 100
• Origin: Made in Turkey

Each ball of Royal Cotton is 137 yds (125 m) of fine mercerized cotton. As a rough guide:

• Amigurumi or small plush: 1 to 2 balls
• Doilies or decorative pieces: 1 to 2 balls
• Baby items: 2 to 4 balls
• Summer top: 4 to 6 balls

Want an exact count for your size? Use the skein calculator above, or the full yarn calculator for every Estako line.

Machine wash cool on a gentle cycle and lay flat to dry to keep stitch definition crisp. Mercerization locks the dye in, so colors stay vivid and color-fast.

Every skein of Royal Cotton is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified, independently tested and free from harmful substances.

Why makers love Estako Royal Cotton

• Extra-long fiber Giza cotton quality
• Smooth, silky and strong with a soft sheen
• Crisp stitch definition, ideal for amigurumi and lace
• Breathable comfort for all-season wear
• OEKO-TEX® certified, free from harmful substances

Is Estako Royal Cotton OEKO-TEX® certified and suitable for baby projects?

Yes. Royal Cotton is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified, independently tested and free from harmful substances. As a breathable 100% cotton with crisp stitch definition, it is a popular choice for baby clothing and soft accessories.

What is mercerized Giza cotton and why does it matter?

Royal Cotton is 100% mercerized Giza cotton, an extra-long-staple Egyptian-origin fibre treated under tension. Mercerization adds strength and a soft sheen, locks in vivid color, and gives crisp stitch definition, which is why it holds up wash after wash.

Is Royal Cotton good for granny squares and market bags?

Yes. The crisp stitch definition keeps geometric patterns sharp, and the added fibre strength from mercerization helps a market bag hold its shape without stretching. It is a favourite for granny squares, totes, amigurumi and fine lacework.

What weight is Royal Cotton and what hook should I use?

Royal Cotton is labelled #1 Super Fine and works beautifully with a 2.5 to 3.5 mm hook or 2 to 3 mm needles for crisp, refined stitches. For a softer, lighter drape you can size up a hook and check your gauge with a small swatch.

How do I keep the colours from fading?

Machine wash cool on a gentle cycle and lay flat to dry. Because the cotton is mercerized, the dye is locked into the fibre, so colours stay vivid and color-fast far better than untreated cotton.