A good sewing project often starts with choosing a fabric that gives the pattern room to take shape. This 100% linen fabric measures 140cm wide and comes in a plain dyed finish, offering a simple foundation for handmade clothing and other creative sewing projects.
Woven from 100% linen, the fabric has a straightforward plain appearance that works across different garment designs. The source lists UV protection as a function and describes the fabric as suitable for DIY craft materials. Its 140cm width provides a practical format for laying out individual pattern pieces, while the fabric is sold according to continuous metre lengths based on the quantity selected.
For a dress, the available width can be planned around the bodice, skirt and sleeve pieces before cutting. A simple sleeveless dress may require a different layout from a design with fuller sleeves or a wider skirt, so mapping the complete pattern first is a useful way to determine how much fabric to order. The same approach can be applied to shirts, where the front, back, sleeves and smaller components can be arranged within the available width.
Pants offer another practical project for this linen fabric. When working with a wider-leg pattern, place the two main leg pieces within the 140cm width first, then account for the waistband and remaining sections. For a coordinated outfit, you can also plan a top and skirt or another combination of garments together, using the cutting layout to determine the required continuous length.
The fabric is available in quantities corresponding to 1 metre × 1.4 metres, 2 metres × 1.4 metres, 3 metres × 1.4 metres and so on. This makes it possible to order a length suited to the scale of your project rather than working from a single fixed piece. Before cutting, measure your pattern and consider all required sections, including seam and hem allowances.
Whether you are preparing a dress, a pair of trousers, a shirt or a smaller handmade project, this plain 100% linen fabric offers a clean starting point for turning a chosen pattern into something made specifically for your project.
The Details
Category: Linen Fabric
Material: 100% Linen
Dimensions: 140 cm wide
Available Lengths: 1 m, 2 m, 3 m and longer
Style: Plain
Pattern Type: Dyed
Technics: Woven
Weight: Approximately 230–260 g/m
Key Feature: UV protection
Suitable Uses: Clothing, dresses, pants, shirts, DIY sewing
Fit & Size Note
For sewing projects, measure your chosen pattern pieces and plan the complete cutting layout within the 140cm fabric width before deciding how many metres to order.
Care Instructions
Follow the care label for washing and drying. Gentle care and similar-colour washing can help preserve the fabric’s natural character.
Shipping Information
Your order will be carefully prepared and shipped within 7–14 business days, depending on your location.
Refund & Return Information
If you change your mind about your purchase, refunds and returns are accepted within 14 days.
Styling Notes
- For a shirt: Plan the front, back and sleeve pieces together within the 140cm width, then add smaller pattern sections to calculate the total length needed.
- For a dress: Lay out the bodice and skirt pieces first, especially if the design has a fuller skirt, and check the complete cutting plan before ordering the required continuous length.
- For a pair of pants: Position both leg pieces across the fabric width before adding the waistband and other smaller sections. This is particularly useful when working with a wider-leg pattern.
- For a coordinated set: If making a top and skirt from the same fabric, plan both garments together so you can determine the total length needed and keep the pieces visually consistent.
