1C64 Luxury Bleached - 100% Linen Fabric - Medium (5.3 oz/yd2), Width 58"
Bleached color is achieved by "stripping" the natural pigment out of the fibers( just like you would with bleaching hair). What you are left with is a very soft shade that is just ever so slightly an off-white color.
Bleached is the basics of any project and loves being dyed. It is actually what we use to dye the colors. A truly versatile base and a must-have addition to your fabric repertoire.
A finer quality 5.3 ounce medium weight 58 inch wide 100% linen that is woven with finer threads, and an increased thread count. The higher thread count makes 1C64 shrink less and gives this linen a very smooth and luxurious look and feel, earning it the moniker "luxury linen".
Fabric specifications:
| Article | 1C64 Luxury |
| Content | 100% Linen |
| Type | PLAIN WEAVE |
| Color | BLEACHED |
| Width | 58 inch |
| Weight | 5.3 oz/yd2 |
| Thread size warp | 23.8 |
| Thread size weft | 23.8 |
| Thread count warp | 49 |
| Thread count weft | 49 |
Customer Questions and Answers
I'm hoping to make some very very basic linen pants for hot weather but all the linen pants I can find to buy are made using thick, heavy linen. Is this linen thin and light to the touch, without being see-through?
F|S Team
IC64 is medium weight of linen and will be good chose for basic linen pants. We also recommend to check IL019 , medium weigh of linen , this is also great fabric for linen pants. We offering sample swatches you can order swatches and check the weight of the fabric.
Would this be okay to use for bread bags?
F|S Team
1C-64 will be ok to use for the bread bag, we also recommend to check IL019 medium weight of linen . We are offering sample swatches . You can order swatches first and check the weight of each fabric
I hate to show my ignorance, but I'd rather clarify now before I mess something up. Do I need to prewash the 1C64? And while I'm thinking of it, should I also prewash the IL019? I have purchased both and don't want to waste my time or money doing the wrong thing. Thanks!
F|S Team
If you would like to have a softer fabric we recommend to pre-wash both art 1C-64 and art. IL019. If you would like to have crispy look of finish item you do not need to pre wash the fabric
Looking for a linen with similar quality to antique bed linens - sturdy but not upholstery grade, tightly woven, opaque. Similar to antique french linen. By some miracle I came across a new bolt of this rarity (was unaware that this type of linen was even produced anymore) at a discount fabric store and foolishly did not purchase. Could you kindly recommend one of your linen qualities that approaches this description? Thank you!
F|S Team
Please take a look to our IL019 , 5.3 oz medium weight of linen. We also offering sample swatches you may consider to order and review the quality of fabric .Our colors and basics are available for purchase as 2x3.5 color chips for $1.50 each - if you click on the color you are wanting it will take you to a larger description page where you will be able to click on the button that says order sample. Our specialty linens (Yarn dyes and Jacquard's) are available as larger 5x7 swatches, so you can see the pattern fully for $5.00 each. You can also order any group by bundles here: fabrics-store.com/all-swatches
If I'm making curtains, do I need to line them? I don't mind light passing through, I just don't want people to be able to see in at night?
F|S Team
We recommend to line the curtains , without lining the light will pass through and it will be visible at night.
What is the difference between IC64 and IL019. They both have the same weight listed. Is one more sheer than the other? Or am I missing something?
F|S Team
The 1c64 fabric is our luxury mediumweight linen which is woven from finer linen threads in an even weave so the surface of the fabric is smoother with fewer slubs and it also has a lower tendency to wrinkle as much as the iL019.
This is my first time ordering fabric from this site. If my pattern calls for 2 yds, how much more do I need to allow for shrinkage? Also, is the bleached fabric see through?
F|S Team
This fabric has up to 10% Shrinkage so be sure to get another yard to ensure you will have enough fabric. This fabric is not see through.
Do you have any information on future availability of the 1c64 Optic White Luxury Finish?
F|S Team
I'm sorry we do not have an ETA for this fabric's restock at this time.
Can this bleached linen take natural dyes or do I need to find an unbleached version?
F|S Team
We recommend dyeing our fabrics on the bleached fabric since this is what we also use as our base for our dyed fabrics. It gives the most color accurate and brilliant results.
Is this the fabric most similar to organdy? Is it the best one to use for a bridal trousseau? Would handkerchief linen IS020 be a better choice? Thanks Lauren!
F|S Team
The IL020 fabric is made of fine linen threads and has a smooth hand. It isn't as sheer as Organdy, but is the closest you'll get in our 100% linen fabric.
Is this one perfect for a tablecloth please?
F|S Team
Yes, this is an ideal fabric for a tablecloth
About how much can I expect this to shrink? I want to make a bath sheet with it. What percentage do I need to add for shrinkage? Thanks!
F|S Team
Hello, This fabric's approximate shrinkage is 7% when washing using our recommended methods.
I don't know anything about dying linen, but could you dye this linen sparkling white for an altar cloth?
F|S Team
Hello, it is quite difficult to 'dye' fabrics brighter whites, you will need to look into an optical brightener. Otherwise, there is a similar medium weight fabric, IL019, which is optic white.
What is the max amount of yards we can order in on reem or not cut. I'm looking to make curtains for big slider doors. Thanks
F|S Team
Depending on the linen our rolls sizes are approximately 50 yards. If you are inquiring about the 1C64 then it would be 50 yards on one roll.
Maureen: would you send me your tutorial on natural dyeing? Or maybe post a link? Thank you.
F|S Team
We have a comprehensive series on our blog on Natural Dyeing, you can view them all by searching "Natural dyeing" on our blog, The Thread, or visiting this link: blog.fabrics-store.com/?s=Natural+dyeing&post_type=post
Would like to know if this is 100% flax linen?
F|S Team
Yes it is
Hello, Does this Linen need to be mordanted for natural dyes? I have been doing flower bundling and natural dying with your Linen and they take the color beautifully, but I do scour and mordant... Thank you for your time, Nancy
F|S Team
Please look to your email, I will send a tutorial for natural dying that will be helpful.
I should add that the link to get the dyeing instructions is toward the bottom of the homepage.
I don't think you need to scour, just wash. But you will have to use mordant to get a long-lasting dye. I am getting this from the dying instructions I got from fabrics-store.com. You can get a PDF sent to you if you click on the link at the bottom of this website.
How does FC64 differ from IL19?
F|S Team
There is a helpful article on our blog that explains the differences, this is the link blog.fabrics-store.com/2009/02/10/a-limited-time-sale-on-finer-quality-medium-weight-linen/
This is special linen - very fine & smooth. I use it for special makes. The only possible negative is that it was difficult to thread-straighten.
I now have every style & weight of F-S's linen & I love them all. I've made curtains with IL020 but this weight is perfect for all-season apparel; for me this means dresses. Don't hesitate to buy this.
I think I prefer this to the softened version, because I view all linen with an eye to counted thread work. The unsoftened versions are crisper and the threads are better defined. For garments, however, the softened versions are nice.
I loved the weight and the slight silkiness to this fabric. I used Shibori hand tying dye techniques on mine
High quality linen at a reasonable price. It us encouraging that I can find quality linen for my sewing interests. If they can keep us in business, then we can keep them in business.
Yes-maybe I'm crazy, but bought it, washed it, dried it, ironed it and rolled it up on a pvc pipe for storage in my fabric stash. I'm planning to play with dyes in clothing construction and wanted to consistently use the same fabric type. This one said it had even shrinkage, a square thread count, and was not sheer... And it was on a flash sale. Looks and feels good so far.
Ordered on Feb. 9. Hasn't shown up yet
I ordered this based on the description, planning to use it for an embroidered blouse. It arrived very quickly, & I appreciated the follow up email, offering to answer any questions regarding this new fabric. I haven't started sewing yet, but it the perfect weight for my project. Thanks for the great service!
I had been unable to find the right quality and weight of linen to make a new blouse for my classic Norwegian "bunad". This was just exactly the ticket and I am thrilled. I had my favorite seamstress make it and she said it was a pleasure to sew with too. It was a steal at the sale price too. Very happy with the results
I bought this at 38% discount for a sheet set. I was disappointed at the time that it wasn't the handkerchief weight linen. Well, boy was I wrong! This fabric took the dye beautifully, and sleeping on these sheets is a dream! It's hard for me to describe since it's my first set of linen sheets, but I'm a hot sleeper and I no longer wake up overheated. Plus I feel like I'm being hugged into dreamland. Can't wait to do more with this linen.
This embroidery design came from Urban Threads and stitched on the ivory linen. It is a 4 season tree and I have always loved any artwork with that concept. To purchase this, go to: fabricartbylinda.etsy.com
Modified FS Premium Catriona Blouse pattern using 1C64 Bleached. I had 1C64 Bleached in my stash- it's perfect! I cut out the front as 2 pieces with 2 inches added to each piece for the button placket. I also cut 2 inch wide pieces for the facing. I lengthened the sleeves 3 inches this time for a bracelet length sleeve and kept the length shortened 2 inches. In the pictures I am also wearing pants in the Sara FS free pattern (pleats converted to darts) in 4C22 Prestige.
I made top (JoAnns) and skirt. The skirt is from FS.com in heavy. I love the ease of use with fabric and we've found if you put some dryer sheets in dryer for a 5-10 min spin you get less stinking. .... #addictedtolinen Best healing fabric! MJ
Arguably, my favorite thing about this pattern is that the only speed bump with linen (so many wrinkles!) essentially doesn't exist given its bias drape. Any time I wear a linen dress cut on the grain, it tends to immediately crease; but given that the grain is diagonal, it stays looking beautiful and crease free the whole time!
I love the asymmetrical quality of this blouse made in your lovely IC64 bleached linen. It looks great with black slacks and fits like a dream. I made this with Simplicity pattern S9106.
I designed this cropped peasant top using a shibori hand tying dye technique. This linen took the dyes beautifully. Top available at The Fitting Room Mpls MN google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=thefittingroommpls.com/&ved=2ahUKEwjxjvejifX6AhVphIkEHevfAaoQFnoECBcQAQ&usg=AOvVaw07icowzXfAm-j_vl3TAm2X
I designed this Asymmetrical linen dress using a shibori hand tying technique. (I also free hand crocheted the tenacle shawl). Look inspired by sea creatures. Available at The Fitting Room in Mpls, MN.
I'm absolutely in love with your linen fabric! These are the latest dresses I made for granddaughters. Dying this fabric is a dream. It washes well and so breathable for summer wardrobe.
I love white linen curtains, and I finally made some with the medium weight linen. It's a perfect weight for curtains, and the material was very easy to work with. I'm appreciative of the sale price of the material, since I needed about 10 yards for the window. I love the way they turned out!
1C64 handkerchief. This linen is awesome!
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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.
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