Fabworks House Linen
Autumn House Linen - Sweet Chestnuts
Only 7.5m of this product left in stock
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Introduction:
Welcome to Fabworks’ House Linen: a collection of carefully curated colours, created from a base cloth of linen and cotton.
Initially sourced as deadstock overruns, we rescued this fabric that had a light washed colour, which meant that it would be perfect to overdye. Now rejuvenated and repurposed into some of our favourite shades, the House Linen collection features a range of hand-picked hues that sit together in a paint box-like palette. Voilà!
Description
Specifications:
Weight: Light / Medium
GSM: 139
Composition: 43% Linen 57% Cotton
Width: 145cm / 57inch
Pattern repeat: N/A
Colour:
A simply wonderful brown the colour of, yes... chestnuts, but not roasted over an open fire. There is a luxurious depth of orange/red in this warming mid-coloured brown which means it pairs well with the chocolate browns, deep greens and always chic black.
Piece-dyed from a fabric that was made up originally of light turquoise & white yarns, the finished result of Sweet Chestnuts features subtle undertones of its predecessor. Look closely at this fabric for a gentle added depth of colour, with touches of green hues throughout. Subtle yet sophisticated, this autumnal palette is soft in handle and rich in colour.
To see all our Fabworks exclusive linens in 4 different palettes click here.
Tap on the Properties, Garment Suggestions & Other Uses tabs below to learn more about this fabric and its suggested uses
Properties:
The Oxford Linens have been created through dyeing and finishing a fine Oxford woven linen (42%) & cotton (58%) blend fabric. Due to its textural weave detail (akin to a Panama or Hopsack)
These cosy but not cloying, cool and breathable fabric is stable yet drapey, and features a super soft handle that is simply sublime, perfect for a multitude of garments.
One of the many benefits that the House Linen offers is that it will wash and wear forever, only improving with age due to the hard-wearing properties of its natural fibres: cotton and linen.
Garment Suggestions:
Simple slashed-neck T-shirt style tops and classic shirts are perfect for standalone garments made using House Linen and will become key pieces in your wardrobe for year-round wear. Alternatively, create wide-legged trousers, tunics, smocks, and summer dresses.
Cordelia Trousers by The Pattern Stash: An excellent make for such light/medium linens, giving that comfy yet distinguished look found with wide-legged trousers. Why not hack it yourself for a pair of super smart city shorts?
Lynsey Dungarees Pattern: Use to your advantage and make with slouchy comfy styles for easy wear summer attire.
Megan Nielsen Patterns' Protea Capsule Wardrobe Set: Ideal for pretty full-gathered styles, stunning outfits and a selection of versatile tops!
Layer Up Collection by Sew Different: Perfect for creating a capsule wardrobe of fresh S/S linen makes that will take you right through into autumn.
Other Uses:
These House Linens will make superb linens for your home: pillow slips, lavender pillows, table runners, table covers, napkins, provincial-style café curtains and aprons too! Add embroidery for individual gifts sure to become heirlooms of the future.
Background:
Now in its fifth generation, the family behind Fabworks has been working with 'textile waste' for over 100 years, whether that be in reclaimed textiles, cleaning rags & wipers, shoddy, loose fibres, or second-hand clothing. Fast forward to the 21st century, where fabric and sewing notions are the company’s main focus, we now find ourselves breaking new ground with a bespoke selection of fabrics that we have dyed in the UK.
Try before you buy:
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Fabworks House Linen Collections:
Summer House Linen
A collection of colourful Twill & Oxford Linens exclusive to Fabworks
HoH23: Warp Twill Linens
A collection of rich and vibrant Warp Linens (HoH 2023)
Autumn House Linens
A collection of Autumnal shades in our Oxford House Linen exclusive to Fabworks
