{"title":"Merchant \u0026 Mills Linen","description":"\u003cp\u003eMerchant \u0026amp; Mills linen and linen blends are a lovely match for dresses, tops, and loose-fitting trousers, including many of their garment patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from flax, linen is a durable natural fiber with plenty of character. Pick your fabric, pair it with a pattern, and make something you’ll reach for again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"185-linen-core-black-eyed-susie-yellow-merchant-mills","title":"185 Linen Core, Black Eyed Susie","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEuropean laundered linen, tumbled at the mill for softness. Vivid bright yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe 185 dress weight linen feels like linen denim. A great match for all of Merchant \u0026amp; Mills' garments patterns, dresses, tops and loose fitting trousers. This linen also works well for lighter curtains for a casual less refined look.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric. 185 linen collection is woven in a mill run on green energy and is Oeko-Tex certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shop.gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/linen-fabrics\"\u003eLinen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress weight (medium) - 5.05 oz\/yd² - 185 gsm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate fabric width:  56\" (145 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/sustainable-fabrics\" title=\"Sustainable Fabrics - gatherhereonline\"\u003eOeko-Tex certified\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/185-linen-core-collection\" title=\"185 Linen Core collection from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills - gatherhereonline\"\u003e185 Linen Core collection\u003c\/a\u003e from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine wash cold with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble. Shake out and dry flat. Linen will always seize up after washing but as soon as you start to use\/wear it the fibres relax again.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31605338112087,"sku":"M\u0026M-185-Black Eyed Susie","price":10.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/products\/Merchant-Mills-185-Linen-Core-Black-Eyed-Susie-gather-here-online_3cac17c3-ac48-47dd-bd76-5e595d29d011.jpg?v=1632672292"},{"product_id":"185-linen-core-scuttle-black-dark-charcoal-merchant-mills","title":"185 Linen Core, Scuttle Black Charcoal","description":"\u003cp\u003eEuropean laundered linen, tumbled at the mill for softness. Charcoal, nearly black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 185 dress weight linen feels like linen denim. A great match for all of Merchant \u0026amp; Mills' garments patterns, dresses, tops and loose fitting trousers. This linen also works well for lighter curtains for a casual less refined look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric. 185 linen collection is woven in a mill run on green energy and is Oeko-Tex certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shop.gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/linen-fabrics\"\u003eLinen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress weight (medium) - 5.05 oz\/yd² - 185 gsm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate fabric width:  56\" (145 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sustainable Fabrics - gatherhereonline\" href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/sustainable-fabrics\"\u003eOeko-Tex certified\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"185 Linen Core collection from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills - gatherhereonline\" href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/185-linen-core-collection\"\u003e185 Linen Core collection\u003c\/a\u003e from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine wash cold with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble. Shake out and dry flat. Linen will always seize up after washing but as soon as you start to use\/wear it the fibres relax again.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31605338734679,"sku":"M\u0026M-185-Scuttle Black","price":10.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/files\/CLEU-SCUTTLEBLACK.webp?v=1773775865"},{"product_id":"copy-of-185-linen-core-judy-green","title":"185 Linen Core, Judy Green","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEuropean laundered linen, tumbled at the mill for softness. Emerald green\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 185 dress weight linen feels like linen denim. A great match for all of Merchant \u0026amp; Mills' garments patterns, dresses, tops and loose fitting trousers. This linen also works well for lighter curtains for a casual less refined look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric. 185 linen collection is woven in a mill run on green energy and is Oeko-Tex certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shop.gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/linen-fabrics\"\u003eLinen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress weight (medium) - 5.05 oz\/yd² - 185 gsm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate fabric width:  56\" (145 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sustainable Fabrics - gatherhereonline\" href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/sustainable-fabrics\"\u003eOeko-Tex certified\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"185 Linen Core collection from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills - gatherhereonline\" href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/185-linen-core-collection\"\u003e185 Linen Core collection\u003c\/a\u003e from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine wash cold with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble. Shake out and dry flat. Linen will always seize up after washing but as soon as you start to use\/wear it the fibres relax again.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44204269535487,"sku":"M\u0026M-185-Judy Green","price":10.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/files\/CLEU-JUDYGREEN_2.webp?v=1691680034"},{"product_id":"185-linen-core-cool-coral","title":"185 Linen Core, Cool Coral","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEuropean laundered linen, tumbled at the mill for softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 185 dress weight linen feels like linen denim. A great match for all of Merchant \u0026amp; Mills' garments patterns, dresses, tops and loose fitting trousers. This linen also works well for lighter curtains for a casual less refined look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric. 185 linen collection is woven in a mill run on green energy and is Oeko-Tex certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shop.gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/linen-fabrics\"\u003eLinen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress weight (medium) - 5.05 oz\/yd² - 185 gsm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate fabric width:  56\" (145 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sustainable Fabrics - gatherhereonline\" href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/sustainable-fabrics\"\u003eOeko-Tex certified\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"185 Linen Core collection from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills - gatherhereonline\" href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/185-linen-core-collection\"\u003e185 Linen Core collection\u003c\/a\u003e from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine wash cold with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble. Shake out and dry flat. Linen will always seize up after washing but as soon as you start to use\/wear it the fibres relax again.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44864700678399,"sku":"M\u0026M-185-Cool Coral","price":10.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/files\/CLEU-_1.webp?v=1709301667"},{"product_id":"185-linen-core-glacier","title":"185 Linen Core, Glacier","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEuropean laundered linen, tumbled at the mill for softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 185 dress weight linen feels like linen denim. A great match for all of Merchant \u0026amp; Mills' garments patterns, dresses, tops and loose fitting trousers. This linen also works well for lighter curtains for a casual less refined look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric. 185 linen collection is woven in a mill run on green energy and is Oeko-Tex certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shop.gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/linen-fabrics\"\u003eLinen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress weight (medium) - 5.05 oz\/yd² - 185 gsm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate fabric width:  56\" (145 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sustainable Fabrics - gatherhereonline\" href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/sustainable-fabrics\"\u003eOeko-Tex certified\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"185 Linen Core collection from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills - gatherhereonline\" href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/185-linen-core-collection\"\u003e185 Linen Core collection\u003c\/a\u003e from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine wash cold with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble. Shake out and dry flat. Linen will always seize up after washing but as soon as you start to use\/wear it the fibres relax again.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44864720404735,"sku":"M\u0026M-185-Glacier","price":10.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/files\/CLEU-_2.webp?v=1709301676"},{"product_id":"185-linen-core-macaron","title":"185 Linen Core, Macaron","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEuropean laundered linen, tumbled at the mill for softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 185 dress weight linen feels like linen denim. A great match for all of Merchant \u0026amp; Mills' garments patterns, dresses, tops and loose fitting trousers. This linen also works well for lighter curtains for a casual less refined look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric. 185 linen collection is woven in a mill run on green energy and is Oeko-Tex certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shop.gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/linen-fabrics\"\u003eLinen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress weight (medium) - 5.05 oz\/yd² - 185 gsm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate fabric width:  56\" (145 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sustainable Fabrics - gatherhereonline\" href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/sustainable-fabrics\"\u003eOeko-Tex certified\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"185 Linen Core collection from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills - gatherhereonline\" href=\"https:\/\/gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/185-linen-core-collection\"\u003e185 Linen Core collection\u003c\/a\u003e from Merchant \u0026amp; Mills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine wash cold with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble. Shake out and dry flat. Linen will always seize up after washing but as soon as you start to use\/wear it the fibres relax again.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44864744161535,"sku":"M\u0026M-185-Macaron","price":10.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/files\/CLEU-_5.webp?v=1709301683"},{"product_id":"secret-lemon-laundered-linen","title":"Secret Lemon Laundered Linen","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuropean laundered linen tumbled at the mill for softness. Secret Lemon is a colourful check of blue, red and orange with a hint of zesty lime, it would make perfect dresses and tops but can also be used around the home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis linen is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Linen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate width: 59\" (151cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 160gsm or 4.7oz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck repeat: 4.8\" (12.2cm)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash at 30 degrees with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble. Shake out and dry flat. Linen will always seize up after washing but as soon as you start to use\/wear it the fibers relax again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are using this linen for curtains we recommend using a lining to prevent fading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever dry linen in direct sunlight as the color can bleach and fade.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore about linen:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinen is naturally stain resistant, does not pile, and is moth repellent. It is easy to wash as it can sustain high temperatures, it has very little if no shrinkage and is very strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, hypo allergenic and thermoregulating, it will also absorb up 20%  moisture before feeling damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the linen fibers have low elasticity (which causes it to crease) it will wear in any areas that are repeatedly folded in the same place for a long time, however it does have much better abrasion resistance than say cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEco Credentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlax is a strong plant best grown in northern Europe. It needs little or no fertilizers and due to the local climate, little extra water. It doesn’t really require many pesticides either as it can grow in poor quality soil. The Advisory Commission Report to the European Parliament stated that flax cultivation has positive effects on eco-system diversity as it allows for an “environmental pause”. One hectare of flax can retain 3.7 tons of CO2. Every part of the plant is used, what isn’t used to produce linen can be used to make linseed oil, paper, cattle feed or even soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinen is therefore almost naturally organic. It is completely biodegradable, recyclable and due to its natural absorbency, it requires less dye than cotton. Linen therefore scores high on the ecological chart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48653432815871,"sku":"M\u0026M-SLEUL","price":15.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/files\/CLEU-SECRETLEMON.webp?v=1781122168"},{"product_id":"juniper-gingham-laundered-linen","title":"Juniper Gingham Laundered Linen","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light sage green and a khaki brown make up this small scale gingham. This linen is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuniper Gingham can be used for many patterns, ideally dresses, tops and even slouchy jackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Linen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate width: 58\" (151cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 162gsm or 4.6oz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck size: 6x6mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash at 30 degrees with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble. Shake out and dry flat. Linen will always seize up after washing but as soon as you start to use\/wear it the fibers relax again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are using this linen for curtains we recommend using a lining to prevent fading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever dry linen in direct sunlight as the color can bleach and fade.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore about linen:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinen is naturally stain resistant, does not pile, and is moth repellent. It is easy to wash as it can sustain high temperatures, it has very little if no shrinkage and is very strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, hypo allergenic and thermoregulating, it will also absorb up 20%  moisture before feeling damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the linen fibers have low elasticity (which causes it to crease) it will wear in any areas that are repeatedly folded in the same place for a long time, however it does have much better abrasion resistance than say cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEco Credentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlax is a strong plant best grown in northern Europe. It needs little or no fertilizers and due to the local climate, little extra water. It doesn’t really require many pesticides either as it can grow in poor quality soil. The Advisory Commission Report to the European Parliament stated that flax cultivation has positive effects on eco-system diversity as it allows for an “environmental pause”. One hectare of flax can retain 3.7 tons of CO2. Every part of the plant is used, what isn’t used to produce linen can be used to make linseed oil, paper, cattle feed or even soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinen is therefore almost naturally organic. It is completely biodegradable, recyclable and due to its natural absorbency, it requires less dye than cotton. Linen therefore scores high on the ecological chart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48658553995519,"sku":"M\u0026M-JGEUL","price":15.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/files\/CLEU-JUNIPER.webp?v=1781194342"},{"product_id":"oakley-laundered-linen","title":"Oakley Laundered Linen","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sophisticated check in nut brown and off white with a hint of neon yellow and bright blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis linen is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can be used for many patterns, ideally dresses, and tops. Perfect for summer dresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Linen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate width: 58\" (150cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 160gsm or 4.7oz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash at 30 degrees with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble. Shake out and dry flat. Linen will always seize up after washing but as soon as you start to use\/wear it the fibers relax again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are using this linen for curtains we recommend using a lining to prevent fading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever dry linen in direct sunlight as the color can bleach and fade.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore about linen:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinen is naturally stain resistant, does not pile, and is moth repellent. It is easy to wash as it can sustain high temperatures, it has very little if no shrinkage and is very strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, hypo allergenic and thermoregulating, it will also absorb up 20%  moisture before feeling damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the linen fibers have low elasticity (which causes it to crease) it will wear in any areas that are repeatedly folded in the same place for a long time, however it does have much better abrasion resistance than say cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEco Credentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlax is a strong plant best grown in northern Europe. It needs little or no fertilizers and due to the local climate, little extra water. It doesn’t really require many pesticides either as it can grow in poor quality soil. The Advisory Commission Report to the European Parliament stated that flax cultivation has positive effects on eco-system diversity as it allows for an “environmental pause”. One hectare of flax can retain 3.7 tons of CO2. Every part of the plant is used, what isn’t used to produce linen can be used to make linseed oil, paper, cattle feed or even soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinen is therefore almost naturally organic. It is completely biodegradable, recyclable and due to its natural absorbency, it requires less dye than cotton. 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It is easy to wash as it can sustain high temperatures, it has very little if no shrinkage and is very strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, hypo allergenic and thermoregulating, it will also absorb up 20%  moisture before feeling damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the linen fibers have low elasticity (which causes it to crease) it will wear in any areas that are repeatedly folded in the same place for a long time, however it does have much better abrasion resistance than say cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEco Credentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlax is a strong plant best grown in northern Europe. It needs little or no fertilizers and due to the local climate, little extra water. It doesn’t really require many pesticides either as it can grow in poor quality soil. 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It is easy to wash as it can sustain high temperatures, it has very little if no shrinkage and is very strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, hypo allergenic and thermoregulating, it will also absorb up 20%  moisture before feeling damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the linen fibers have low elasticity (which causes it to crease) it will wear in any areas that are repeatedly folded in the same place for a long time, however it does have much better abrasion resistance than say cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEco Credentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlax is a strong plant best grown in northern Europe. It needs little or no fertilizers and due to the local climate, little extra water. It doesn’t really require many pesticides either as it can grow in poor quality soil. 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Tops, skirts and dresses are ideal for this linen but you could also make sun hats, cushion covers and light curtains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis linen is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Linen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate width: 58\" (149cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 160gsm or 4.7oz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStripe width: 0.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash at 30 degrees with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble. Shake out and dry flat. Linen will always seize up after washing but as soon as you start to use\/wear it the fibers relax again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are using this linen for curtains we recommend using a lining to prevent fading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever dry linen in direct sunlight as the color can bleach and fade.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore about linen:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinen is naturally stain resistant, does not pile, and is moth repellent. It is easy to wash as it can sustain high temperatures, it has very little if no shrinkage and is very strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, hypo allergenic and thermoregulating, it will also absorb up 20%  moisture before feeling damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the linen fibers have low elasticity (which causes it to crease) it will wear in any areas that are repeatedly folded in the same place for a long time, however it does have much better abrasion resistance than say cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEco Credentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlax is a strong plant best grown in northern Europe. It needs little or no fertilizers and due to the local climate, little extra water. It doesn’t really require many pesticides either as it can grow in poor quality soil. 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It is easy to wash as it can sustain high temperatures, it has very little if no shrinkage and is very strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, hypo allergenic and thermoregulating, it will also absorb up 20%  moisture before feeling damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the linen fibers have low elasticity (which causes it to crease) it will wear in any areas that are repeatedly folded in the same place for a long time, however it does have much better abrasion resistance than say cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEco Credentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlax is a strong plant best grown in northern Europe. It needs little or no fertilizers and due to the local climate, little extra water. It doesn’t really require many pesticides either as it can grow in poor quality soil. 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Feverfew is a light check with variated stripe widths in ecru, pale pinks, lemon yellow and blue. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis linen is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeverfew would make great statement dresses with volume to show off the pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Linen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate width: 58\" (149cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 160gsm or 4.7oz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern repeat: 10.55\" (26.8cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash at 30 degrees with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble. Shake out and dry flat. 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It is easy to wash as it can sustain high temperatures, it has very little if no shrinkage and is very strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, hypo allergenic and thermoregulating, it will also absorb up 20%  moisture before feeling damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the linen fibers have low elasticity (which causes it to crease) it will wear in any areas that are repeatedly folded in the same place for a long time, however it does have much better abrasion resistance than say cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEco Credentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlax is a strong plant best grown in northern Europe. It needs little or no fertilizers and due to the local climate, little extra water. It doesn’t really require many pesticides either as it can grow in poor quality soil. 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