Merchant & Mills : Oxblood Linen : 185gsm
European laundered linen, tumbled at the mill for softness.
The 185 dress weight linen is our go-to linen for all dress making. It is a great match for all of the Merchant & Mills patterns, dresses, tops and loose fitting trousers. It is suitable for the all of the patterns in the Merchant & Mills Workbook, too.
This linen also works well for lighter curtains for a casual less refined look.
It is produced in small batches in Eastern Europe where there is a strong heritage of spinning and weaving linen fabric.
Manufacturer : Merchant & Mills
Width : 56” wide/ 143 cm wide
Content : 100% Linen
Weight : 185gsm/5.5oz
Fabric Care : Wash 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 fibres relax again.
Fabric is priced per metre. 1 metre = 39 inches. Minimum cut is .5 metres for garment fabrics.
Suggested Mettler thread colour match: 0396 Shopping Bag
Merchant & Mills
Merchant & Mills is a UK-based company celebrated for its beautifully curated range of high-quality fabrics, sewing patterns, and expertly crafted notions. Founded in Rye, East Sussex, Merchant & Mills champions a minimalist and functional approach to garment making, emphasizing timeless style and craftsmanship. Known for its thoughtfully designed patterns and sustainable fabric collections, the brand empowers makers with tools and materials to create durable, elegant, and practical clothing. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned sewist, Merchant & Mills inspires creativity with an ethos of quality and simplicity.
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