Summer Linen Season
Linen & Cotton Basket Weave - Blue Depths
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:
Manufactured in Europe
Weight: Medium
GSM: 190
Composition: 53% Linen & 47% Cotton
Width: 152cm / 59.8inch
Colour:
This first-rate European linen and cotton basket weave boasts a rich and dreamy saturated deep blue hue, akin to a fathomless ocean. This navy blue tone has a wonderful jewel-toned quality especially thanks to its subtle lustre. Navy is a classic and timeless hue - a seriously stylish alternative to black.
Properties:
Boating a lightly textured hand and a fine basket weave with a subtle sheen on the face. On the reverse, there is less texture and a much softer feel. This basket open weave provides good opacity (akin to a tropical width) and is stable width and lengthwise with a soft drape when used at length, especially with the bias providing good ease.
Made in Europe by a company of world renown, with centuries of expertise and tradition. This linen and cotton fabric gives you all the benefits of natural fibres. Linen has been used for centuries because of its beneficial properties; cool and breathable, gets softer with washing & wear and linen is impervious to moths and resists dirt and stains. Suitable whether you are clothing you and yours, or producing a range of niche boutique wear. Natural fibre blended fabric with timeless appeal.
Garment Suggestions:
This fabric is the perfect weight for semi-structured separates and stand-alone garments. It will drape tuck and gather forming areas of fullness and body. Perfect for creating voluminous sleeves and skirts.
Create unique shirts and blouses, shirtdresses, tunics and the most elegant and wearable dresses you will return to season after season. Take a look at Tessuti Patterns, they have a wide range of styles from tops and simple trousers to tunics and dresses.
Emphasise the wonderful lustrous drape with the gathered tiers and prairie style of patterns such as the Sew Different's Layer Up Collection and Megan Nielsen Protea Capsule Wardrobe. If trousers are more your style, The Pattern Stash - Cordelia Trousers are ideal.
Home Furnishing:
Lightweight soft furnishings such as cushions, café curtains, lined blinds, etc.
About This Collection
This fabric has been sourced from one of Europe's top linen fabric manufacturers, who supply the international market with high-quality premium dressmaking & furnishing linens. Rescued as deadstock end-of-line fabric, once upon a time destined for the high fashion pieces, primarily in women's clothing and offering a variety of detailed designs with printed, jacquard & plain finishes.
Did you know that almost all of Fabworks' fabrics are rescued as deadstock? This eco-friendly supply chain allows you to get your hands on premium quality that isn't available anywhere else!
Very limited stock, no restocking once sold out.
About Linen
Linen not only offers ‘cool chic’ looks, but also comfort, durability, and sustainability, and is an exceptional fabric to wear throughout spring and summer months. It comes in weights from super light and floaty, through ‘shirt crisp’ to softly draping skirt and trouser weight, which can even find a place in the seasonal transition wardrobe. Derived from the flax plant, linen is celebrated for its breathability and moisture-wicking properties, ensuring you stay cool and dry during warmer months. Its natural fibres allow for excellent air circulation, making garments feel light and comfortable even on the hottest days.
One of the standout features of linen is its durability. The fabric's inherent strength resists abrasion and pilling, ensuring that your garments maintain their beauty over time. Additionally, linen will soften with each wash, enhancing comfort without compromising its robust nature. This makes linen ideal for creating timeless wardrobe staples, such as trousers, tunics, shirts and dresses.
Linen's hypoallergenic and antibacterial qualities make it suitable for individuals with sensitive skin or allergies. Its natural resistance to bacteria ensures garments remain fresh.
From an environmental perspective, linen is a sustainable choice. Flax cultivation requires minimal water and pesticides, and every part of the plant is utilised, resulting in zero waste. Moreover, linen is biodegradable and recyclable, minimising environmental impact.
For those seeking high-quality linen fabrics, Fabworks offers a curated collection suitable for various projects. While 100% linens are favoured for their crispness and that classic ‘linen look’, linen-cotton blends have the benefits of both fibres, offering the durability
of linen teamed with the softness and gentle handle & drape of cotton. Both these compositions are perfect for creating comfortable and stylish summer garments.
Incorporating linen into your spring and summer sewing projects not only enhances your wardrobe with breathable and durable pieces but also supports sustainable practices, making it a choice that benefits both you and the environment.
View our 2025 linens and you will soon realise why Fabworks' superb selection is so sought after
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