Weight: Light (Crisp)
GSM: 159
Composition: 100% Linen
Width: 134cm / 52.7inch
Shades: This finely woven linen features a faceprinted coating of shimmering icy blue, redolent of frozen rivers and streams and shimmering like the first frost of a winter morning.
Design: A solid hue of icy blue with the added interest of the shimmer and subtle white, striated slub lines.
Overall: A classic with a twist. Create contemporary, eyecatching garments that have that slight edge to them.
Texture: Woven closely in superfine yarns for the classic, fine, washed shirtweight feel of linen. The shimmering coating gives this fabric a crisp, almost starchedlike feel.
Handle: A crisp and structured hand. Stable in the width and length with a gentle bias ease.
Drape: A clean, crisp linen drape, perfect for voluminous gathers and pleats, as well as crisp shirt details, pleats and tucks.
Types: Ideal for gathering and tucking details as well as forming crisp pleats and structured details. Try flowing, layered dresses/skirts, trousers or even casual shirts.
Please purchase a sample and conduct your own wash tests.
Patterns: Patterns such as the Factory Dress and the Florence Dress by Merchent & Mills, and the Elodie Dress and the Charlie Caftan are fabulous choices for this fabric. It also pairs especially well with patterns such as thePattern Stash's Cordelia Trousers,Amelia SkirtandLynsey Dungarees, as well asThe Ilford Jacketfor a stylish summer layer.
Accessories: Make matching pieces like headscarves, tote bags or scrunchies.
Furnishings: Window drapes or cushions with embellishments.
Upcycling: Use your offcuts for lavender bags, table runners and napkins. Perfect for traditional crafts like embroidery.
