
Frequently asked questions
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Do you sell linen fabric by the yard?
Yes. You can order our linen fabric in yards or meters; just switch the unit on the product page. You can buy in 10 cm steps beyond the first meter, so you only pay for what your project needs.
Not sure about a color? Order a $3 swatch first to see and feel the fabric. Most of our fabric is 56 inches (about 142 cm) wide, and our CALM linen is 120 inches wide. Each fabric page shows its width and weight, so you can plan your cutting layout before you order.
What does the Lea count mean?
Lea is a measure of how fine linen yarn is. A higher Lea count means finer, lighter yarn, which makes airy, smooth fabric for shirts, blouses and summer dresses. A lower Lea count means thicker yarn, which makes heavier, sturdier fabric for pants, suits, bedding and curtains.
As a rough guide, choose a higher Lea for garments worn close to the skin in hot weather, and a lower Lea for pieces that need structure or durability. Each fabric page lists its Lea count and approximate weight (GSM).
Can you make linen in a custom size, such as covers for a sofa, chair or unusual bed?
Yes. Everything we make is cut to order, so we can make bedding, curtains and covers for sofas, chairs, cushions and other furniture to your exact measurements.
Send us your measurements (and a photo for furniture covers), the fabric you like and how you'd like it to close, and we'll get back to you with a quote. Heavier linen is a good choice for furniture covers because it holds its shape and wears well. Our fabric is 56 inches wide, and our CALM linen is woven 120 inches wide for large pieces with no seams.
Will linen pants shrink after washing, and how should I wash them?
Linen can shrink a little in hot water or a hot dryer, which is why length matters most on pants. To keep yours true to size, machine wash cold, or no warmer than 40°C (104°F), on a gentle cycle with a mild detergent, then line dry or tumble dry on low and take them out while slightly damp. Don't use chlorine bleach.
Followed this way, your pants keep the length and waist we cut them to. If a pair ever needs a small change, such as a hem, you can use a local tailor and we'll reimburse up to 20% of the item price against the receipt.
Linen pants soften and relax with every wash, and creases at the knee and lap are normal. Steam them, or iron them while slightly damp, for a sharper look. Heavier linen, like the fabric we use for tailored trousers, creases less than lighter linen.