IL020 BLACK Softened - 100% Linen - Light (3.5 oz/yd²)

Am just discovering the joy of hand-stitching and wearing 100% linen garments. I'm collecting Fabrics-store patterns and lightweight lined - haven't enjoyed sewing this much in forever - both Fabrics-store patterns and linen fabric are excellent quality.

I bought both black and white version of this linen, stabilized the edges, and preached it (separately.) Both fabrics tightened up some, yielding a surprisingly strong yet thin fabric. Not quite sheer, but thin enough for muggy summer days. The linen dried all wrinkled, and we know how that goes... a pain to iron. I had a number of doggie-bag items, so I waited until they were all prewashed and dried. Then I used my grandmother's old-world trick: set the linen out and sprinkle it with water, using your hand and not fussing much about it. Work up layers of nicely sprinkled linen, 2-4 layers at at time depending on thickness. Roll it up, wrap in a towel to prevent evaporation, and let rest overnight. The moisture will penetrate the fiber evenly, at which point the fabrics are all a breeze to iron. (I hang my ironed linen, either in trouser clips or draped over coat hangers.) Don't sprinkle more than you're willing to iron all at once. I'm looking forward to using this fabric for summer blouses and dresses, decorated with touches of lace or embroidered.

I cannot state enough how much I love this fabric. The black doesn't fade, nor does it bleed, after washing. The longer staple gives it a beautiful finished texture without a ton of lint. So wonderfully light and yet not sheer. It is so soft that when I pulled it out of the box to finish the edges and wash it, I ended up just wrapping myself in it for a while. It did stiffen up a bit after the first wash but that was what I wanted for the finished garment I was making. Once it was pressed and worked a bit it quickly regained it's remarkable texture. If I had to pick one fabric to use for the rest of my life, this would be it.

Loved the feel of this fabric. Sewed well and fraying was not a problem. Made the Mona Trapeze dress for my daughter and it looks great.

I pre-washed and dried as recommended and it came out beautifully. Great customer service, it was shipped within hours after I placed the order. I just ordered more fabric. I am now a staunch customer of F/S.

I adore handkercheif linen. I have a stash of colours, I often wear. I have made tops, and dresses, and am always happy with the wear and drape of the fabric. It is consistent every time I order it, so I know, before ordering, I will be happy. The black always makes me happy!

I ordered several colors of the same weight the texture is perfect and it sews light a dream. This company is spot on! I got my order right away and the quality was just what I was looking for. I will be ordering more in the future. I highly recommend them and all their wonderful linen.

This handkerchief linen is perfect for a summer blouse. It sews easily, so much so that I bought two other colors to work with! I've already started the second one and really enjoy working with this fabric.

I bought 2 yards of this fabric to make a long sleeve blouse. It took the entire 2 yards; long sleeves, no collar, self-faced. I have to add extra length to the sleeves and bodice because I am 5'10". The fabric feels fabulous. I also stitched the raw edges before washing as I wash and dry before cutting, and find the fabric washes better this way. When I am finished, I will wash and line dry until slightly damp and then iron. This is what I do with my robe that I made out of the medium weight linen, and it looks and feels great. Linen is great to sew on and gives excellent results. Plus, it is durable. I have ten dogs, and the fur brushes right off the linen and it holds up to their paws. Unlike synthetic material where lint and fur actually start to weave into the material so a lint roller is useless. This linen looks and wears great, endures abuse. However, it looks best when ironed damp. I do not like the look out of the dryer. I prefer a crisp look. Hope this information is useful.

I recently began sewing again after many years away. I bought three yards several years ago and finally made it up into a dress. This weight is easy to press, cut, pin, and sew. I then proceeded to stock up on colors I love that aren't carried all the time! The gorgeous mineral yellow and the turquoise (my idea of the perfect yellow and my favorite blue). It's true, you'll be addicted to sewing with this linen.

One yard of this was purchased along with the same weight in the unbleached color. The fabrics were sewn into two head scarves. The weave is fine and even enough that I could easily draw threads for marking a 32 inch square without tugging on too many slubbs. I have seen other linens vendors offering finer weights, but at more than twice the price. This weight is just what I want, and will be purchasing more for blouses. Thank you.

I had bought this for 2 reasons, first for a repair to a lining of a Pea Coat, and second to cover a featherweight case!! so glad I did, it worked perfectly, soft, yet held its shape. Now I can see what others have said about linen, I may have to try to do other things with it!!

I have not sewn this yet but have washed and dried it and it came out of the dryer looking like it will need very little if any ironing. Fabric is very soft and I can't wait to stitch it up.

As a fairly new customer I recently bought this lovely linen in black after buying it in the optic white color. It is a dream to handle and sew on and presses up very nicely. It feels wonderful next to the skin and perfect for children or adult garments I always wash and dry my linen before using it. I would highly recommend this product and will most likely buy more in the near future. Thanks for your wonderful service and product!