Linen
Linen, somewhat stiff, easy to moderate to sew.
| weight | light to medium |
| drape | somewhat stiff |
| stretch | none |
| to sew | easy to moderate |
Good for
- skirt
- dress
- top
- summer garments
- structured shapes
Not for
- wrinkle-free looks
- tight fitted styles that crease at every fold
Common mistakes
- Not preshrinking — linen may shrink
- Forgetting it wrinkles by nature and needs ironing unless treated
Shapes it suits
- Fabric for structured, fitted shapes: a medium, crisp woven that holds its shape.
- Fabric for collars, plackets and tailoring: a crisp, medium woven that presses sharp.
Source: NMSU Extension G-401 (strong, durable, somewhat stiff, wrinkles and may shrink). See also Choosing fabric: weight and drape and fabric by shape.