IL019 All-purpose English Rose Softened - 100% Linen Fabric - Medium (5.3 oz/yd2), Width 58"

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ENGLISH ROSE linen's sumptuous, rustic crimson held great spiritual significance during the Italian Renaissance, clothing figures with indulgent drapes that seem to radiate human warmth. World famous Venetian master Titian painted religious, secular and mythological subjects with this gloriously vibrant red tone; given how rare, expensive and potentially toxic the pigment was he placed it sparingly on the canvas, adding intensity and drama around his central and most prized figures. "A good painter needs only three colours," he mused, "...black, white, and red."

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.

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 IL019 All-Purpose
Content 100% Linen
Type PLAIN WEAVE
Color ENGLISH ROSE
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
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Customer Questions and Answers

JC

I notice that English Rose is out of stock. Will Fabrics Store restock this fabric?

Janet • December 9, 2023
MB

Would this weight work as casual drapes?

Mary • June 1, 2023
Lauren profile image F|S Team

Yes, this is a popular choice for casual drapes :)

Lauren • June 1, 2023
ME

Has anyone posted a thread color for this fabric yet?

Martha • August 14, 2022
JW

Mettler Metrosene color 0628 ,Blossom, is an exact match. I also posted a picture.

Jean • August 14, 2022
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RD
Beautiful soft red

The color is so interesting and unusual without being at all loud. The linen itself is luxuriously soft and immediately wearable.

Robin • March 6, 2023
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CC
I love linen, but THIS is wonderful stuff!

I can't wait to make a blouse out of this linen - it's beautiful, as is always the case with Fabrics Store.

Cheri • September 13, 2022
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BC
Colonial Ball Gown petticoat

This is a beautiful color which goes well with a gown which has a damaged petticoat. Looking forward to working with it.

Bonita • January 8, 2022
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Roxy profile image Great color

I washed and pressed the fabric the day I bought, but have not had time to make up yet, and when I do, it will be a Tina Givens pattern. The color is beautiful, and on the cool spectrum, but I think it would be great on most skin tones.

Roxy • November 14, 2021
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BG
Great color

I really love this color and the way it feels next to my skin. Easy to sew and work with.

Beverlie • January 28, 2021
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CF
Lovely

Like most other reviewers, I love the color and hand of this fabric. I made a flowy dress and it hangs beautifully.

Carrie • May 2, 2020
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JP
Brick, not Rose

Was expecting lovely rose red, but disappointed to find dull brick red. Granted, some roses are orange red, but normally we associate rose red with a cooler toned red... May I exchange to something else since I paid shipping for this?

Jo • April 6, 2020
FS Team profile image F|S Team
Oksana

Good evening! I am sorry I didn't see your inquiry sooner - for quick replies please call or email us. And absolutely to refund or exchange - as long as the fabric hasn't been washed - we will be happy to help find you a color you love :)

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HN
An old fashioned tea rose color

This is a beautiful shade of warmer rose. Has a very nice drape for a summer dress

Holly • April 20, 2018
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SC
Flattering and classic

Sue's photo at right inspired me to order - the color is warm and natural-looking. I can't wait to order more!

Sara • January 1, 2018
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KB
Lovely color, nice weight

I don't have a good eye for color but I know what I like, and this is it. I plan to use it for an early 14th century overdress to be worn with a green kirtle. The linen has some body so it will hang well. Having worked with linen of this weight from Fabrics-Store.com before, I know it will also launder and wear well.

Kathleen • January 1, 2018
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Cardigan based on the FS Sol pattern, as are the pants. This is such a pretty color -- but do use Color Catchers or similar product when washing, even on cold.

Judy • January 4, 2024

This is from the FS Sol pattern in IL019 Prestige Blue: I used self fabric for the interfacing, which worked but next time I'll use a sew-in voile or lawn. Both the tunic and pants are made per pattern instructions. My only addition was an in-seam pocket on the right side of the pants.

Judy • January 4, 2024

I used the Free Range Slacks pattern by Sew House Seven. I love the color and the fabric. I'm wearing it with a navy linen Cielo Top.

Robin • March 6, 2023

This is an answer about thread color. I'm finishing the Loren pattern in English Rose. The thread is Mettler Metrosene 0628.

Jean • December 3, 2022

Absolutely love the color of this fabric! The pattern I used is Remy Raglan Top by Sew House Seven.

Danette • July 29, 2022

The English Rose linen matched with the natural in a tote bag.

Anne • February 7, 2022

I designed this vibrant, convertible dress with the intent to play with it all spring and summer. I appreciate pieces that go the extra mile and this dress is such a bold statement that can be played up or down. I see this at everything from weddings to graduations depending on how you style it. Here I am sharing why, how, and the way it's done in 5 different ways. For this project, I chose to use FS ENGLISH ROSE Medium Weight 100% Linen. You can read more about how to style this dress here: blog.fabrics-store.com/2020/05/03/warlene-rene-styling-tips-english-rose-linen-convertible-dress-five-ways/

Warlene • March 2, 2021

Used the free Fabric-Store tank top pattern with the English Rose IL019 and it was a dream to sew. Shape looks a little skewed in this photo but is actually perfect) I did not have enough linen to make the bias binding for neck and armholes but I'm happy with the look of the contrasting cotton, which does not show when garment is on. Keep that in mind if you use the F-S tank top pattern- a good bit more linen is needed than the 1 to 1.5 yards called for if you want the bias binding in the same linen. The fabric was machine washed and dried twice in warm water before sewing. Garment has a beautiful weight and drape. Another great F-S purchase!

Rosemary • May 11, 2018

English Rose with Tawny Port in a simple tunic of my own design

Holly • April 20, 2018

Paraments for 4th Sunday in Lent, Rock of Ages Lutheran Church, Stone Mountain, Georgia.

John • March 15, 2018
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