IL019 All-purpose Willow Softened - 100% Linen Fabric - Medium (5.3 oz/yd2), Width 58"
Pale, hazy tones of dawn swept across Paul Nash's dreamy scenes, suggesting a place where all is hushed and still. The warm, pastel green of WILLOW linen was one of his recurring colors, invoking the cold light of frost-bitten grass, whispery strands of freezing fog or dreamy forms that seem to fade into distant, heavenly skies.
Nash’s early landscapes captured the light and life of real places around him, but towards his later career representation gradually fell away, making room for a personal language of Surrealism that reflected on the deeper meaning of life. Even so, the soft colors of the early morning British landscape stayed with him, taking on mystical, imaginative properties. “My love of the monstrous and magical led me beyond the confines of natural appearances into unreal worlds,” he wrote.
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 | WILLOW |
| 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 |
This fabric is available in FS Signature Finish
View FabricCustomer Questions and Answers
Soft and light minty green
For the fabric, I wanted something really light and bright. Bright so the color doesn't soak up too much heat and light – who am I kidding – with me there is always a bit of a sunburn involved on the beach. And sunburn and heavy clothes is a big no no for me (- the only alternative is to be naked in a dark room marinating in AfterSun lotion or Aloe Vera).
Regency Stay
I've been using this linen for years in various weights and colours and I'm never disappointed. I used the willow with crimson accents and binding to make a lengthened corded and quilted Regency short stay. The Crimson accents ended up giving it an assassin's Creed vibe (which doesn't bother me at all)
I've been using this midweight linen in various colors for sleeveless button front blouses for hot, humid weather. It is perfect....not at all sheer but still light and cool, it allows good air flow and I find that even on the hottest days it keeps me cooler than even the cotton lawns or voiles that I was previously using.
I ordered this along with the olive linen. The color is beautiful. It is a bit more vibrant in person than on the website. I am so pleased with everything I have ordered from your website. Thank you!
Wonderful in Willow!
This light green linen is a delight to work with! I made an easy breezy top for summer! I highly recommend this linen for tops and tunics!
Wonderful Fabric
This was my first experience with linen and I loved it! It is a dream to work with and it wears wonderfully! It is light and breathable and has a nice drape. The only downside is that it wrinkles quite a lot but that is to be expected with linen. Also had fast shipping/delivery time and came neatly packaged. Can't wait to use it again!
This is the usual soft and lovely IL019. The color was slightly duller than I'd expected (totally in line with normal monitor variations though), but that was not an issue for the project and I've just ordered a brighter shade for the next skirt. As ever, I'm a very happy customer!
I loved working with this soft green linen to create a beautiful dress - will definitely shop again :-)
Willow is a lovely soft green a bit paler than what shows on my iMac screen. I purchased several yards to make (another) set of Cal. King sheets. Since making the first pair we do not want to sleep on anything else. Linen is breathable in the summer and warm in the winter. We can live with a bit of wrinkling because the fabric feels so nice against the skin. I like that there is minimal processing to this linen. I always pre-wash my linen which cuts down on the 'dust' but this color seemed to put out quite a bit more linen 'dust'. It also was a bit more challenging to iron out wrinkles with this color. I love all of the linen I've bought from F/S and enjoy making things as gifts for others. I am definitely addicted ; )
When I first saw the fabric after I ordered it, I immediately knew that I wanted to sew something that says "Hi – I'm a cool and fun mum, and also I'm a confident woman". So I ended up sewing the Oona Dress from VikiSews.
I created the napkin rings in a Clay class I am taking and then I needed napkins to go with them!! This Willow green was perfect. This is the first time I have ever worked the hem stitch! I am excited to use these on our Thanksgiving dinner table!! :)
The Mariana blazer/ first attempt at notched collar
Easy Summer dress lined in Bemberg Rayon.
Willow linen made with Hadley Top pattern by Grainline Studios. Super easy, super light weight just perfect for summer weather! Thank you FS for great fabric to work with!!!
Wonderful fabric and Colors! I used IL019 Willow to make a c.1908 coat suit and paired it with IL019 Evergreen for the collar, buttons and trim. I loved working with the fabric! It is a really nice weight with a lovely drape and it breathes beautifully in the hot sun! Can't wait to use it again!
I love this weight of linen - very nice to work with. I made a crossback apron in this light green shade. itshandmadebyarianne.etsy.com
Loved working with this color of linen :-)
If I remember correctly, I ordered this color accidentally instead of "Meadow," but it is another beautiful, calm shade of pure linen =). I appreciate the quality customer service here! Rebecca lilpeeperkeepers.etsy.com
This embroidery is on a green 5.3 that I got from the doggie bag. I made him into an appliqué and put him on a tote. For other linen embroidery projects, look up KateCreations Nashville
CUSTOMER CARE
PHONE
1-866-620-2008
Call us Monday through Friday 10 am - 6 pm PST
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Once you are happy with your order, please proceed to checkout where you are able to review your order and estimated shipping charges before you complete payment. Shipping charges are calculated by the weight and location your order is shipping to.
You will be able to choose from the following options:
Standard Shipping: 4 - 8 Business Days
Expedited Shipping: 3 - 4 Business Days
Priority Shipping: 2- 3 Business Days
International shipping charges are also calculated at the time of checkout. Please note there may be fewer shipping options available to you as the options are based on the destination of your package.
Delivery times begin one business day after the order is placed with a 24-48 hour time frame for processing.This processing period applies to all in stock items and allows for the time needed to manually cut and package your order to ensure it is checked for quality and accuracy before it leaves our facility.
Business days are Monday - Friday, 9AM - 6PM PST. Saturday, Sunday and Holdays are not considered business days.
Sample color chips are sent via regular mail and may take up to a week to arrive.
All goods are subject to prior sale and please feel free to Visit My Order to check the most up-to-date status of your order.
Making a return is quick and easy, you have 30 days from delivery to return the item or items in their original condition (unwashed, uncut and unaltered). Please include a copy of your packing list and once the return is received we will contact you to see if you would like an exchange, a credit to your Fabrics-store account or the monies returned to your original payment method.
Ship Returns to:
Fabrics-store.com
6802 Watcher Street
Commerce, CA 90040
HOW DOES FREE SHIPPING WORK?
Take advantage of our Free Shipping offer on orders shipping within the contiguous US.
Every day on orders of $150 or more - we will pay for your shipping.
Your order will be shipped Standard Shipping (4-8 Business Days) with the shipper of our choice. No
international orders.
Standard shipping takes 24-48 hours for processing. Delivery times begin one business day after the
order is placed. This is due to your order being manually cut and packaged to ensure quality.
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