What is Linen?
Linen is made from flax, a natural bast fibre found in the stem of the plant. The fibres are separated, processed and spun into yarn before being woven into fabric. Because flax fibres occur in bundles, small slubs and variations in yarn thickness are common and do not automatically indicate a defect.
Linen is commonly woven in a plain weave, although other constructions are possible. It can be used as pure linen or blended with cotton, viscose or polyester to change its drape, crease recovery and care properties. Linen becomes stronger when wet, but it can shrink if it is washed or dried at excessive temperatures.
