How Is Supima Cotton Made?
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Let’s Take a Peek Behind the Fabric
You’ve probably heard of Supima cotton. It’s softer, stronger, and lasts longer than regular cotton. But have you ever wondered what actually goes into making it? Like, how does Supima go from a tiny seed in the ground to that buttery-soft T-shirt you love to wear?
Let’s break it down—no complicated science, just real talk.
Step 1: It All Starts in the USA 🌱
Supima cotton is grown only in the United States, mainly in California, Arizona, Texas, and New Mexico. The name "Supima" stands for "Superior Pima," and it's a trademarked variety—so not just any cotton can be called Supima.
Farmers plant extra-long staple cotton seeds (that's the special kind), and thanks to the sunny, dry climates in those regions, the cotton grows beautifully.
Step 2: Hand-Picked (or Gently Harvested)
Once the cotton is ready, it’s carefully harvested. This step is all about protecting the long, strong fibers that make Supima so smooth and durable. The better the harvesting method, the higher the quality of the cotton.
Step 3: Cleaning & Spinning
Next, the cotton goes through a cleaning process to remove seeds and other natural debris. After that, it’s spun into yarn. Because of Supima’s long fibers, the yarn is finer, stronger, and smoother than regular cotton.
That’s why Supima fabric feels so soft and silky—it starts with better yarn!
Step 4: Woven Into Fabric
The yarn is then woven into fabric using techniques that preserve the softness and strength. At this point, the fabric can be dyed into vibrant, long-lasting colors. Supima holds dye exceptionally well, so the colors don’t fade as easily over time.
Step 5: Ready for You
From there, the fabric is cut, stitched, and turned into the products you love—whether it’s T-shirts, pillowcases, or bedsheets. And because Supima is high-quality from the very beginning, the final product lasts longer, feels better, and looks great after every wash.
Supima at Offnorth
At Offnorth.com, we craft every T-shirt using 100% Supima cotton, because we believe comfort starts with quality. You don’t need to settle for stiff or short-lived basics. Our Supima tees are built to feel good—day after day.
Want to experience the difference?
Take a look at our latest collection at offnorth.com.
