How to Shrink Pima Cotton

This creates a fabric that has all the same properties as traditional cotton as well as an increased silkiness. Like standard cotton fabrics, Pima cotton also has the propensity to shrink the first time it is washed.

1. Place a pima cotton item such as a shirt in the washing machine. Set the machine to the highest water temperature.

2. Allow the item to run through an entire wash cycle.

3. Remove the item from the washing machine and place it in the dryer.

4. Set the dryer to the highest heat setting and turn it on.

5. Run the dryer for about 5 to 10 minutes, and then check the item for fit.

6. Continue to dry the item if it is still too large. Check sizing every 5 to 10 minutes, repeating the drying cycle until an appropriate fit has been achieved.

7. Allow the item to air dry if it is still wet after reaching the desired size.