IL019 All-purpose Crimson Fs Signature Finish - 100% Linen Fabric - Medium (5.3 oz/yd2) - 1.00 Yard, Width 58"
Vibrant, seductive and indulgent, crimson linen's entrancing hue brought pulsing lifeblood into Jan Van Eyck's iconic paintings. Red dye was rare and exotic in 15th century Europe, making it a potent symbol of luxury, wealth and prominence. In his real life portraits Van Eyck draped figures and interiors in this decadent red hue to signify their high society status, while his religious commissions tapped into red's ancient significance with spiritual characters bathed in glowing cardinal reds.
At a medium weight of 5.3 ounces this 58 inch wide 100% linen is versatile enough to be referred to as an All Purpose or Do it All linen. With its smooth look and tighter weave, this linen is neither sheer or heavy, but just the right in-between weight you will need for a variety of projects.
Our FS Signature Finish was developed exclusively for us using a special process that makes this linen super soft with a comfy, classic look you'll love at first sight.
As a bonus, this process removes almost all of the initial shrinkage, giving you more fabric to get your projects done.
This finish makes the linen as soft as butter. Yep, 100% linen that feels and drapes and sews as no linen you have ever encountered. Because the fabric has been pre-shrunk for you - it will be less than the base cloth width.
Fabric specifications:
| Article | IL019 All-Purpose |
| Content | 100% Linen |
| Type | PLAIN WEAVE |
| Color | CRIMSON |
| Width | 58 inch |
| Weight | 5.3 oz/yd2 |
| Thread size warp | 17.9 |
| Thread size weft | 17.9 |
| Thread count warp | 46 |
| Thread count weft | 37 |
Customer Questions and Answers
Is this a blue red or an orange red?
F|S Team
IL019 Crimson we call this color a real true red color. But I recommend you to order sample swatch and check the color .
New to linen for clothing. Would this weight be suitable for shorts or pants?
F|S Team
The medium weight of linen IL019 , 5.3 oz is great use for shorts and pants
I purchased this last fall...it is a blue red or, as I refer to it, a real "lipstick" red. It's gorgeous.
is this a Christmas red?
F|S Team
This is a very classic Christmas red.
Is this fabric weight suitable for a tablecloth?
F|S Team
Yes, IL019 medium weight is great fabric for tablecloth, napkins , runner or placemats
I want to use the crimson for a dress with a white for trim. Does the crimson bleed with washings. Not including the wash before I start cutting out the dress.
F|S Team
We recommend thoroughly pre-washing your crimson fabric before applying your white trim. To check that the crimson is not running and transferring any dye, you can throw it in the wash with a small piece of your trim to test. The dye will not run forever, so just make sure you have pre-washed thoroughly.
I use a lot of linen fabric for clothing. I absolutely love the feel and handle of this fabric. After washing, there is little wrinkling compared to the regular linen fabric. I highly recommend this fabric.
This is the prettiest purest red fabric I have seen in a long time. I bought several yards and hope to make a jacket of some sort (a tailored blazer would be nice!). Some have asked in questions if this is "Christmas red" and it truly is. It is a pure red, not harsh, and not retina-burning bright. Just a rich pure red. And this weight is always wonderful. I have mountains of this fabric and even a few pieces completed that I wear. I have more ambition than time. I hope to sew more this winter and start to whittle down my giant stash of linens. I love the feel and I love these linens ironed (some people prefer the scrunchy wrinkled look of un-ironed linen, not me). I am always happy with my linen purchases.
Beautiful Carmesí!
The quality of the fabric is perfect. I love this deep red color. I pre-washed the fabric to make an art project.
The perfect red!! I love the drape and softness of this fabric. I used it for a Poet's shirt, see picture.
IL019 Crimson washes well. Shrinkage, but I always half dry my linen, then iron when it's slightly damp, so my shrinkage is minimal. All linen I've bought from Fabric store does have a handful of lint after drying, but is less after 3rd washing.
Great Color!
Love this color! So vibrant and the fabric was easy to work with!
I love this fabric!
I make embroidered throw pillows and the only fabric I used is IL019 softened. There are so many colors from which to choose and this Crimson is my favorite. Check out my work at silverneedleworks.com
I love the linen from here but with the premier finish it is amazing! So soft and drapes very well. This crimson is gorgeous in person too. I and my customer are very pleased - thanks!
Made a nice tunic and pants it so nice in hot weather
Summer Set
First time making garment with FS linens. Crimson is an exquisite, rich cool red; the Softened fabric is lovely right from the start. Made a collarless, short sleeve shirt (from Seamwork patterns) and drawstring shorts (adapted from Helen's Closet and the FS blog). Very comfortable; originally meant it for a pyjama set, but love the shirt so much I wear it out instead. Shorts were my first venture with non-skirt bottoms: they're baggy, but so comfortable -- great for sleeping or working about the house. Very pleased with the fabric.
The Crimson FS Signature Finish is a positively sublime color - definitely a "Christmas red" yet a perfect red for year-round use. The fabric is so vibrant and so easy to work with. As I work on some skills I'll need for the Mariana Jacket (thinking I will use Wisteria), I used 2 yards of the Crimson, purchased via one of the sales, for the "Sewn Linen Jacket" from Purl Soho, pictured here (free pdf no longer on their website). The gorgeous color has me thinking of other items to make for both myself and others!
Inspired by the Heart's Desire Poets shirt.
I downloaded the Bella pattern from Tessuti fabrics. I really love the drape and feel. iL019 all-purpose Crimson
The traditional colors for Christmas outfits are white, red and green. I love these colors and try to use them for sewing clothes! I always use medium-weight linen, although I also really like linen fabrics of different weights, but I tend to use them for other purposes.
A girl's Christmas outfit using the wonderful medium weight 'crimson' linen and the 'bleached' 3.7oz white linen. Designed by Lyn Tayler Lee for 'Era Of Make Believe' Etsy store: etsy.com/listing/1318677506/girls-dirndldress-apron-poinsettia-petal?click_key=3ada3ec97421a87fb7bd64759686fd13bfef8ffa%3A1318677506&click_sum=ad46b47f&ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1&sts=1
I made this for Evolve's Resort Fashion show 2022. Crimson linen mini dress with red hand crocheted lace trim. Available st The Fitting Room, Mpls MN.
I used the wonderful Moroccan Blue and vibrant crimson linen fabrics! My Christmas Gnome, Elf, Pixie costume/outfit for the little ones! A reversible hat pixie hat, a artist smock, and slim fitting pants with cuffs. Made by Lyn Tayler Lee for my Etsy store: etsy.com/listing/1313837772/kids-woodland-gnome-pixie-elf-smock?click_key=62dc95646dd578bb0869f1c1ea6e83262f7e3b90%3A1313837772&click_sum=6ed0e2f1&ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1&sts=1
Wonderful red! It is a true red. Very soft after a wash or two. Sturdy and breathable. Love it!
A gorgeous velvety red that's not too bright and not too dark. Perfect at Christmas time. I've made table runners and tea towels for customers in my Etsy shop and here's one with one of my designs handprinted in gray.
I have an Etsy store and the only fabric I used for my pillows is Fabrics-Store IL019 Softened linen. Check out the rest of my pillows at silverneedleworks.com
FABRIC SAMPLE DETAILS
IL019 All-purpose Crimson Fs Signature Finish - 100% Linen - Medium (5.3 oz/yd2)
Sample Size: 2" x 3.5" (Including Swatch Card)
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Medium steam iron.
Do not use Perm Press cycle in wash or dry