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Cotton is commonly used in a wide assortment of apparel including blouses, dresses, skirts, pants, underwear, linens.
An example of cotton's usage is in the cotton swab, popularly known as Q-tips. They are used for cleaning the ears, applying makeup, and even for arts and crafts.
The best way to care for cotton is to wash clothes in cold water whether it be in the washing machine or by hand. Also make sure to always air dry and lay clothes out flat to protect the shape and texture of the clothing item.
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Advantages:
(1) comfortable
(2) absorbent
(3) washable
(4) strong
(5) inexpensive
Disadvantages:
(1) shrinks in hot water
(2) wrinkles easily

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Silk is a very soft fabric so it is used in specific types of clothing and household things. In clothing, it is used a lot in evening gowns, wedding gowns, lingerie, scarves, and neckties. It's also used in curtains and decorative pillows.
The best way to care for silk is place a silk garment in cold water and a mild silk-friendly detergent, let it soak for no more than 5 minutes and hand wash it gently. Then lay it flat to dry.
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Advantages:
(1) soft
(2) drapes well
(3) dyes and prints well
(4) very strong
(5) lightweight
Disadvantages:
(1) expensive
(2) needs special care, dry cleaning
(3) stains with water

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Fur is literally what it is: fur. The soft hair part of an animal is achieved from animals, obviously, and while the use of this fabric is being discouraged everyday, it still is being used in various things. This includes coats, jackets, hats, bed throws, and rugs.
The best way to care for fur is to protect fur from dust, store away from direct sunlight, avoid spraying hairspray or perfume on fur, and store in breathable cloth bags. If you want to clean your fur coat, go to a cleaner that specializes in fur for deep cleaning.
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Advantages:
(1) durable
(2) soft
(3) flexible
(4) warm
Disadvantages:
(1) expensive
(2) scarce

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Leather is made from animal skins; it can be made into suede with special equipment. It is commonly used in coats, jackets, shoes, handbags, gloves, and belts; can be found in upholstery and decorating accessories as well.
The best way to care for leather is to sweep leather with a soft, damp cloth. Dry leather slowly if you wear it out on a rainy day. Letting it dry out in the sun or next to a fire can cause it to become brittle and crack.
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Advantages:
(1) durable
(2) comfortable
(3) warm
Disadvantages:
(1) scarce
(2) expensive

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Wool's common uses are found in clothes, upholstery, and blankets. An example of wool being used in clothes is in sweaters. Wool sweaters are popular in the winter.
The best way to care for wool is to hand wash in lukewarm water. Gentle rinsing after is also recommended. Lay the wool on a flat surface to dry by itself as well.
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Advantages:
(1) warm
(2) lightweight
(3) wrinkle-resistant
(4) absorbent
(5) comfortable
Disadvantages:
(1) shrinks with heat and moisture
(2) needs special care, dry cleaning
(3) scratchy on skin

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Linen was originally used for bedding. Now, it's also used for dresses, suits, jackets, home furnishings, draperies, table linens, and dish towels.
The best way to care for linen is to wash the fabric in warm or cold water; like cotton, it has a tendency to shrink in hot water. Line drying is also preferred. Linen gets soft after each wash which is probably why it's used for bedding so much.
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Advantages:
(1) strong
(2) comfortable
(3) absorbent
(4) durable
(5) lint-free
Disadvantages:
(1) wrinkles easily
(2) can be expensive
(3) shrinks
(4) holds creases