How Much Cotton Does It Take?   
Below are a few examples of the estimated amounts of cotton required to make these common consumer items:

Item	Est. Cotton Required
1 Pair of Jeans	1.5 lbs. (24 oz.)
1 Man's Shirt	.6 lbs. (10 oz.)
1 T-Shirt	.5 lbs. (8 oz.)
1 Skirt	.9 lbs (14 oz.)
1 Bath Towel	.6 lbs (10 oz.)
1 Dress	1.3 lbs (21 oz.)
1 Diaper	.15 lbs (2.5 oz)
1 Blouse	.5 lbs. (8 oz.)

Farmers Reward From Each Example

Assuming 60¢/lb. of Lint ($300.00/500#Bale)

1 Pair Jeans	.90 ea.
1 Man's Shirt	.36 ea.
1 T-Shirt	.30 ea.
1 Skirt	.54 ea.
1 Bath Towel	.36 ea.
1 Dress	.78 ea.
1 Diaper	.09 ea.
1 Blouse	.30 ea.