Cut Length Linen Collection April 2026
Washed Linen Blend - Lilac Morning Stripe
Price is per HALF metre. 1 unit = 0.5metres. For 1.5metres, add 3 units.
All cut length orders are sent as one continuous length.
Order a sample of this fabric first to make sure it's exactly what you expect.
Specifications:
Weight: Medium
GSM: 233
Composition: Linen & Polyester
Width: 148cm / 58.3inch
Pattern repeat: 0.3cm / 0.1inch
Colour:
Shades: A calming hue of soft lilac purple with pinstripes of grey.
Design: Closely woven with excellent opacity using fine alternating lilac and mist grey yarns throughout the warp to create the vertical pencil stripes that are further subdued with grey weft yarns for a hazy, misted lilac morning effect.
Overall: Soft in tone and texture, Lilac Morning is perfect for a multitude of summer apparel.
Properties:
Texture: Lilac Morning Stripe boasts a soft, washed texture.
Handle: A dense yet malleable hand that is stable along the width and length, with subtle bias ease.
Drape: A light drape quality that will form crisp details. Slightly translucent when held to the light.
Garment Suggestions:
Types: Ideal for gathering and tucking details, as well as forming crisp pleats and structured details. Try flowing, layered dresses or skirts, jean‑inspired trousers, or even casual shirts.
This is the perfect base for all you arty textile enthusiasts to make your own, embellish with antique lace, smocking, ric‑rac trim, embroidery and appliqué.
Patterns: Patterns such as the Factory Dress and the Florence Dress by Merchent & Mills, and the Elodie Dress and the Charlie Caftan are fabulous choices for this fabric. It also pairs especially well with patterns such as the Pattern Stash's Cordelia Trousers, Amelia Skirt and Lynsey Dungarees, as well as The Ilford Jacket for a stylish summer layer.
Other Uses:
Accessories: Make matching pieces like headscarves, tote bags or scrunchies.
Furnishings: Window drapes or cushions with embellishments.
Upcycling: Use your offcuts for lavender bags, table runners and napkins. Perfect for traditional crafts like embroidery.
Rustic Texture, Cool Comfort, Everyday Ease
Linen is a natural fibre fabric perfect for summer, being cool, breathable and becoming softer and more relaxed with every wear and wash, whilst also being extremely durable and very versatile. Whether you choose it for carefree holiday outfits or shape, pleat and press it into crisp work wear, linen should be a go-to for home sewists. It has a texture and drape that gives that easy lived‑in, cool, relaxed feel, while still being able to press into something crisp when you want a cleaner look.
Its signature slubs and gentle texture lend every piece a pleasantly rustic, artisan style, perfect for floaty dresses, crisp shirts, relaxed trousers and everyday wardrobe favourites.
Linen is as much a pleasure to sew as to wear, having a stable weave that works for floaty casual dresses, wide-legged trousers or crisp office shirts and If you love natural fabrics, linen is for you.
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