Why Jersey Cotton Bedding?
Imagine your softest T-shirt: relaxed and so comfortable you never want to take it off. Now imagine your whole bed feeling like that. That's jersey cotton bedding.
What is jersey cotton bedding?
Jersey is cotton that's knitted rather than woven. Most cotton bedding is woven, with threads crossing over and under each other at right angles, which gives it a crisp, stiff finish. Jersey is made from loops of yarn linked together, the same way your softest T-shirt is made.
That knitted structure gives jersey a natural stretch and a soft drape, so it moves with you instead of sitting stiffly on top of you. It feels soft and lived-in from the very first night.
Jersey cotton bedding is loved in many parts of the world but is still hard to find in the UK. That's why we created Cosey.
Not just for babies
When a new baby arrives, we instinctively reach for the softest fabrics we can find. Jersey cot sheets, jersey sleepsuits, jersey swaddles. We choose them because they're gentle against delicate skin, they breathe, and they move with every little wriggle.
So why do we stop there? Our skin doesn't stop loving softness when we grow up. Yet somewhere along the way, grown-up bedding became all about crisp sheets and thread counts, and the softest fabric was left behind in the nursery.
That's exactly how Cosey began. When my third son was born, I rushed out to buy premium jersey bedding for his cot, and I couldn't help wondering why it wasn't made for us, the parents, or for my two older boys. In grown-up sizes. In calm, beautiful colours.
The same softness you'd choose for them. Because you deserve it too.
Like your softest T-shirt
No stiff, crisp sheets to break in. Jersey feels soft and relaxed straight out of the bag. Shop bedding sets
Not warm. Just right.
Cosy doesn't have to mean heavy. Jersey isn't a warm fabric like flannel or brushed cotton. It's lightweight, breathable cotton that lets air move, so it feels cool and airy on milder nights and snug when the evenings get colder. One set of bedding, comfortable all year round.
A gentle stretch
The knitted structure moves with you rather than sitting stiffly on top of you, so your bed feels soft and unrestrictive.
Our fitted sheets are fully elasticated and fit mattresses up to 30cm deep (34cm for Super King), so they hug your mattress snugly. And every bedding set lets you choose the size of each piece separately, so your set fits your bed perfectly.
No ironing needed
Jersey is made to look relaxed, and it's easy to look after. We recommend washing your bedding before first use, then:
- Machine wash at up to 40°C on a low spin speed
- Line dry for best results, to help preserve the fibres, colour and stretch
- If you use a tumble dryer, choose a low heat setting
- Take it out while slightly damp and hang it straight to avoid creases
100% cotton, OEKO-TEX® certified
Every piece of Cosey bedding is made from 100% premium cotton jersey, free from harmful chemicals and dyes, and certified to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 (certificate number 1801005). Even our packaging bag is 100% cotton.
All our duvet covers close with a hidden zip, so they're quick to change and look neat on the bed.
Jersey vs percale vs sateen: which cotton bedding is right for you?
| Jersey | Percale | Sateen | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it's made | Knitted | Woven (one over, one under) | Woven (several over, one under) |
| How it feels | Soft and stretchy, like your softest T-shirt | Crisp and matte | Smooth with a subtle sheen |
| Ironing | No need | Creases easily | Some creasing |
| Best for | A relaxed, soft, easy bed | A hotel-crisp finish | A silky feel |
Want the full comparison? Read our guide: Jersey vs Percale Sheets: Which Cotton Bedding Is Right for You?
Jersey cotton bedding FAQs
What's the softest cotton bedding?
If you want cotton bedding that feels soft from the very first night, choose jersey cotton. Woven cotton bedding like percale and sateen feels crisp or smooth, while jersey is knitted, so it has a gentle stretch and feels just like your softest T-shirt. It doesn't need ironing either.
What is jersey bedding made of?
Cosey jersey bedding is made from 100% premium cotton, knitted into jersey.
Isn't jersey bedding just for babies and children?
Not at all. Jersey is loved for cot sheets because it's soft, gentle and breathable, and those are exactly the reasons grown-ups love it too. Cosey jersey bedding comes in every bed size, from Single to Super King.
Is jersey bedding warm?
Jersey feels cosy, but it isn't a heavy, warm fabric like flannel. It's breathable cotton that feels comfortable across the seasons.
Is jersey bedding good for hot sleepers?
Cotton jersey is breathable, so it's a lovely choice if you find heavier fabrics too warm.
What sizes are available?
Duvet covers and fitted sheets come in Single, Double, King and Super King, and pillowcases in Standard and Super King. See our size guide for full measurements.
Have another question? Visit our FAQs.
Find your Cosey
Choose from four calm colours, all designed to mix and match.
Prefer to mix and match? Shop by piece: Duvet covers from £59 · Fitted sheets from £39 · Pillowcases from £29
Want to know how it all started? Read our story.