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Heavy linen, white

Product code 104-01-0742

A heavy linen (more than 7oz) fabric in a classic plain weave, made of natural linen in a cool white, 7 oz. Sturdy and quite stiff, our heavy linen works well in skirts, trousers, and jackets, as well as for curtains and pillowcases.

Basic parameters

Shade:	pure white
Material:	100% linen
Width (cm):	134 cm The useable width you can actually sew with, not including selvedge.
Weight (gsm):	327 gsm
Shrinkage:	3-7 %
Minimum order:	0.2 m
Care:
Availability:	while supplies last

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This product is out of stock for the foreseeable future.

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Product description

This white linen is a versatile material for clothing and home decor. Our heavyweight weave has a thicker yarn that gives it character, but retains the dense weave and pleasant feel of a classic medium weight linen. This fabric works well in skirts, trousers, and jackets, as well as for curtains and pillowcases. The fabric is strong, sturdy, and quite stiff (not a good match for flowing garments), while airy, smooth, and pleasant to the touch. At home in modern fashions, linen also works well in period costumes and accessories.

Linen will shrink, so it’s essential to wash it before cutting. To prevent fading, dyed linens should not be dried in direct sunlight. Please double check the weight you have selected for our heavy linens before ordering; we have various kinds.

Care

Wash dyed linens at 40°C; white and natural linens can be laundered at 60°C. Iron on the highest setting; may also be steamed. If machine drying, use a short, gentle cycle.

FAQ

Should I pre-shrink this fabric before sewing?

Generally, pre-shrinking is needed for linen, cotton, and rayon, but for finer fabrics (light rayon, Tencel and modal) proceed with care – don't use hot water or a hot iron, simply launder the fabric the way you will be laundering the completed garment.

Are your fabrics colorfast?

The fabrics in our core inventory, seasonal collections and limited editions are from repeated production cycles that we have quality-tested – given proper care their colors should not bleed. Fabrics that are on offer while supplies last are one-off products that have not been individually tested. For flax and wool, we recommend a sample test.

Does linen fade in the sun?

Yes. Like other natural materials linen can fade in the sun. Avoid hanging dyed linen to dry in the sun and do not hang dyed linen garments in places at home where there is direct sunlight either. For curtains and drapes, take into account that the color will fade over time or back them with a blackout fabric.

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Heavy linen, white

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