<p>Polyether amino silicone oil is frequently used as a softener in the field of textile printing and dyeing. Nevertheless, there are a number of issues with the current synthesis method, including its intricate workings and reliance on organic solvents. These issues have a negative impact on the ecological environment in addition to raising energy consumption. An original synthesis method was suggested in this study. Bola-type aminopropyl terminated polydimethylsiloxane ethoxylates (ATSE_n) with different ethylene oxide (EO) addition levels were created by reacting aminopropyl polydimethylsiloxane with ethylene oxide. The experimental findings demonstrated that the particle size of ATSE_n silicone emulsion first decreased and then increased as the EO segment increased. Correspondingly, there was a trend towards a decrease in the hardness of cotton fabrics treated with ATSE_n, followed by an increase. Cotton treated with ATSE_n is slightly less hydrophilic than commercially available block polyether amino silicone oil (TH), but has a slight advantage in the softness and elasticity of the fabric, while maintaining its coloring properties. Cotton fabrics treated with ATSE_n outperformed commercially available cotton fabrics treated with TH in terms of whiteness, softness, and stiffness retention, indicating that ATSE_n-treated cotton fabrics have good durability. This study opens up a new avenue for the synthesis of polyether aminosiloxane softeners.</p> Graphical abstract <p></p>