181gsm tencel linen challis, by metre

$6.80 - $29.25
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Width:
1.42m
Weight:
181gsm
Stretch:
Nil
Notes:
See description for details about the texture. Also, there are a couple pinkish chalk? marks near the selvedge which will probably wash out.

This is a tencel/linen blend plain weave fabric in a light beige melange, similar to a light shade of natural linen beige. It is yarn dyed - the warp threads are white and the weft is an unbleached linen colour. This fabric has excellent, fluid drape, rather similar to a rayon challis but with more body - it's drapier than other linen blends in the shop including the 184gsm linen/tencel blend of similar colour. It's quite smooth overall and comfortable to the touch with some linen-y texture.  I did notice one or two pokey bits of raw fibre (see last photo), which can be picked out or avoided (run your hand lightly over the fabric to detect them, if any). A slight discount has been given because of this. Fabric is just slightly translucent. Feels light on the skin and should be quite cooling to wear. Suitable for clothing such as tops, blouses, tunics, drapey shirts, dresses and skirts (with lining if needed). Could also be suitable for home decor applications, thin drapes, etc., it has a nice slubby look against the light.