IL020 Handkerchief Blue Apatite Softened - 100% Linen Fabric - Light (3.7 oz/yd2) - 0.80 Yard, Width 58"
Abstract Expressionist Joan Mitchell brought swirling tornadoes of color into her art, and BLUE APATITE was one of her favorites. She loved how this rich teal blue could energize her paintings with the color of electricity, twirling this way and that in dynamized ribbons, or pooling into watery patches of translucent color.
Though her densely patterned canvases came about through experiment and intuition, there was always a lingering trace of landscape at the back of her mind, and the rich, naturalistic blues of her paintings suggest oceanic waves, or the vibrancy of a summer garden in full bloom.
At a lighter weight of 3.5 ounces this 58 inch wide 100% linen is woven with finer threads to give it a smoother appearance. Referred to as lightweight or handkerchief linen, this fine, but surprisingly sturdy linen brings new meaning to the term "sheer elegance".
The cloth is Softened so we have added a softener to give it a silkier hand. The fabric has not been laundered so shrinkage will still have to be taken into consideration (shrinkage depends on fabric weave and laundering method).
Fabric specifications:
| Article | IL020 Handkerchief |
| Content | 100% Linen |
| Type | PLAIN WEAVE |
| Color | BLUE APATITE |
| Width | 58 inch |
| Weight | 3.7 oz/yd2 |
| Thread size warp | 33.3 |
| Thread size weft | 33.3 |
| Thread count warp | 57 |
| Thread count weft | 44 |
Customer Questions and Answers
What pattern is this that was posted by Alicia as a finished top in today's email?
F|S Team
This is our premium Riva pattern that you will find here fabrics-store.com/sewing-patterns/riva-linen-shirts-pant-and-short-type-premium-paper-size-10-to-16
That's the Riva shirt is it not? Can you tell me when that pattern might go on sale? Retired lady here .
F|S Team
It is and please check back with us at the end of June to see when it will be on sale in July.
I just received my order and am in love with this weight and color! In spite of being very thin, it isn't transparent at all. It's the perfect summer weight with beautiful body. The color is classic and will be perfect in either a blouse or a summer dress.
Love this weight and color. When will you be getting more?
I've been ordering from Fabrics Store since 2017 and they never miss! The quality and the color range of their linens is incredible. This blue is sooo rich and pretty. Lagoon is definitely the right word for it. It has a little black in it that takes tone down to a really beautiful, dusty shade. The 3.7 oz weight is perfect for apparel— it has structure and a beautiful drape, but doesn't feel bulky. I use this lighter weight for projects with finer details or lots of pleating or gathering. I exclusively use the Fabrics Store linen for my Etsy because of their high standards and consistency. You can find my giant scrunchies on Etsy at firstcampaign.etsy.com!
What a scrumptious color. This lightweight linen is perfect for 2 mos. of triple digit heat
I made Cris Wood's envelope dress and I love it!! The color is a wonderful teal blue, maybe peacock? And it's softer than any other linen (even though the others were the same weight and softened..) I've purchased!!
Who doesn't want to feel like they're at a resort this summer or any time? These garments will help transport you even if you've decided it's a "staycation" season for you! For the Riva Shirt I chose the lightweight Blue Apatite Softened Linen. I like to pay attention to what colors are best for my autumn skin tone and this one is on the list. The fact that it plays into my ocean blue resort dream certainly helps as well. I wanted something not green because I wear that so often, but not all the way to an exact teal either. This beautiful cool color achieved that goal.
Love this linen but am sorry I chose this pattern. New Look 6601 is better suited to cotton, I think. The rich color of this linen is beautiful and even though this is IL020--the lightweight--it is plenty opaque. I used Gütermann color 635 thread for a perfect match.
FABRIC SAMPLE DETAILS
IL020 Handkerchief Blue Apatite Softened - 100% Linen - Light (3.7 oz/yd2)
Sample Size: 2" x 3.5" (Including Swatch Card)
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* Samples are pre-assembled and may not come from the same fabric bolt you order from. Color may vary. All fabric samples are shipped via USPS without tracking.
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FABRIC CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Please note that some of our darker or more vibrant shades will have some residual dye run off or bleeding. It is important that you launder or treat like colors with like colors so that you do not compromise the integrity of any other colors, fabrics or garments during the launder process.
We also suggest that if you are combining one or more of these types of colors with lighter colors that you pre-wash the linens seperately and once the item is completed do not launder again, but Dry Clean.
Fabric Care
Machine wash cold.
Gentle cycle.
Only non-chlorine. Bleach if needed.
Tumble dry low.
Medium steam iron.
Do not use Perm Press cycle in wash or dry