IL020 Handkerchief Mushroom Softened - 100% Linen Fabric - Light (3.7 oz/yd2) - 20.00 Yards, Width 58"
Lee Krasner was an inimitable pioneer of Abstract Expressionism, storming her way into the 1950s New York art scene with bold, bombastic paintings. Fleshy, soft shades of beige like that of MUSHROOM Linen are nestled into some of her most famous works of art, and their warm, earthy shades bring in a living, human presence.
Krasner often coupled these calm, muted tones with flashes of intense color like fuchsia pink or racing green; when seen in amongst her creamy blends of beige and off-white, they become flashes of anticipation and excitement.
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 | MUSHROOM |
| 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
Hi, is there any way to get a sample of this color?
F|S Team
Hello, if you are placing an order, just leave us a note during check out and we can add a sample of this fabric to your order. Otherwise, please send us an email with your details and we'd be happy to send you a sample.
Is this weight good for a fitted sheet or would medium be better?
F|S Team
For extra durability we recommend the mediumweight linen or heavier on a fitted sheet. You can always use this fabric for the flat sheet as it doesn't experience as much abrasion at the fitted.
My husband and I have a business trip coming up to Egypt that takes place in August, which is brutally hot. We plan to make light weight, flowy linen pants, shirts, and skirts. Would this weight be good for some of the clothing? I'll probably go with a heavier weight for pants, but would this be too see through for shirts? It was also recommended that I have a head scarf for some of the places where head coverings are expected for women, so I thought this would work for that as well.
F|S Team
For pants we recommend to use IL019 medium weight for top and shirts you can also use IL019 or check IL020 handkerchief linen , 3.5oz for scarf you can check our gauze linen IL030 . We are offering sample swatches , you can order and check the fabric weight before making your final decisions .
Soft neutral
I buy light weight doggie bags to use as liner for the hoods I put on the loungers and cool weather dresses I make. This is perfect for the natural and red toned fabrics. Love their doggie bag.
I just received my piece and according to my 'spring' color palette it is *the* perfect gray for me! More weights pretty please!!!!
Wonderful for Summer
I made my Ren Faire underdress from this and it has been great in our Kentucky heat and humidity. It washes up wonderfully and with a little starch and ironing looks good all 13 hours of my day. I love working with this weight fabric.
As a member of the SCA, I enjoy using this weight of linen for summer under dresses. This fabric has the sheer heat-dispersing qualities of its weight, while having a good solid neutral shade that goes with everything. I have received many compliments on the shade and the way it moves.
I used my FS MUSHROOM Lightweight linen to make this dress I used the Bluebell Sundress pattern from Flora Child Co. which is one of my favorite sources for patterns.
Just finished cafe curtains from handkerchief weight in mushroom for my dining room. Sews up beautifully. Good for privacy while still letting light in. Mushroom is a nice neutral- a bit cooler tan than a traditional camel color. Backlit it goes more brown, more neutral grey/beige in full light. Now want more for clothing!
Art block titled "When Pigs Fly" made with rust and potting soil colored all purpose linen.
Our IL020 Mushroom paired with our 1C64 Emerald and Strong Blue --looking beautiful paired together.
Thank you for that comparison. Very helpful.
Another shot of the scarf made by one of our customers using our IL020 Mushroom
Infinity Scarf made by one ofo ur customers using this linen ---
FABRIC SAMPLE DETAILS
IL020 Handkerchief Mushroom 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