IL020 Handkerchief Firecracker Red Softened - 100% Linen Fabric - Light (3.7 oz/yd2), Width 58"

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Andy Warhol loved red. From high heeled shoes to blooming flowers and celebrity portraits, shades of blazing fire lit up his iconic artworks and made them pop. The pink crimson of Firecracker Red linen was one of his favourites, appearing as inky, infused washes, bloodshot stains and patches of flat pattern, a colour that could celebrate decadent power as much as the darker side of life.

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 FIRECRACKER RED
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

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Deborah jo profile image Perfect for baby!

This is perfect for baby clothing. I used this and the same in black mised with a soft cotton poppy print to make my best friends granddaughters first birthday dress. Her momma is thrilled because when laundered correctly it requires little or no ironing and doesn't fade at all. I prewashed in a cold rinse cycle and dried in a cool dryer. Perfect. Love you.

Deborah jo • July 19, 2018
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Oksana

Oh my goodness - she is precious! I use the IL020 for my minion as well - super easy to wash and super soft. Thank you for the amazing photos!

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fantastic!

Used this fabric for the linen tunic on your website. Absolutely thrilled with the color and weight of IL020. My favorite garment EVER. I'm going to stop wearing cotton knit/jersey as soon as I can make enough replacements of linen as it's so much more comfortable. Lovely red, but get a swatch if you're concerned about warm or cool reds as I think it's a little on the warm side, rather than a cool red.

Tamar • January 1, 2018
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Andrea profile image Colour

The linen is fantastic. I can see blouses and night gowns and all sorts of items made from this linen. I was worried it might be too thin when I ordered it, but it is fine. The colour is a little different than on the picture, of course. It is a cold colour, but a touch lighter than I thought. Nevertheless, very nice. Can't wait to make something from it. And I will post it, if it turns out.

Andrea • January 1, 2018
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Red IL020

This is beautiful and perfect weight for tunic or blouse. Nice drape and pre-washed beautifully. Only light pressing if desired! A beautiful blue red. No orange in this red!

Brenda • January 1, 2018

Miss Poppy's first birthday dress with firecracker red linen and some lightweight softened black in the ruffle at bottom. The red linen diaper cover with big black roses and hand decorated socks and hair bow made her first birthday POP !

Deborah jo • July 19, 2018

IL020 firecracker red. Excellent drape for this princess seam summer dress. A matching under slip was made. The fabric was washed 2 times before cutting.

Carol • June 18, 2017

This fabric has a soft texture and the color is beautiful. I recommend it for a blouse.

Iris • April 14, 2017
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