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Minerva£16.99Visit shop Minerva Textured 100% Ramie Linen Weave Fabric Sunshine Ramie/Linen Minerva Core Range Nt-02699-033
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This Minerva Core Range Textured Ramie Linen Fabric in Sunshine is designed for dressmakers seeking a natural, breathable material with a unique texture. Its key benefit is its versatility for creating garments like skirts, dresses, and light jackets, offering excellent drape and a comfortable feel. A minor caveat is that natural linen can wrinkle, requiring mindful care. It is cut from the roll and sold by the metre.
| Model Part Number | NT-02699-033 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Minerva Core Range |
Ramie linen is excellent for dressmaking, particularly for garments like dresses, skirts, trousers, shirts, and light jackets. It's also suitable for home decor items like cushion covers and tote bags.
It's recommended to pre-wash the fabric in cold water on a gentle cycle, similar to how you would wash the finished garment. This helps pre-shrink the material and remove any finishing chemicals.
Like most natural linen blends, this fabric can wrinkle. Ironing while damp or using steam can help manage wrinkles effectively.
While durable, this fabric is primarily recommended for dressmaking. Its texture and drape may not be ideal for all upholstery applications, which often require heavier, more resistant materials.
It means the fabric is sold in continuous lengths measured in metres. If you order, for example, 3 metres, you will receive one single piece of fabric that is 3 metres long, not three separate 1-metre pieces.
Generally, hand wash or machine wash on a delicate cycle with cold water. Air dry or tumble dry on low. Iron on a medium-high setting while damp. Avoid bleach.
Try a second wash with a fabric softener or ensure complete air drying away from direct heat.
This is characteristic of natural ramie linen. Embrace the texture as part of the fabric's charm. For sewing, ensure your machine is set up for natural fibers and consider using a slightly larger needle if needed.
Wash the fabric separately for the first wash in cold water to prevent any potential color bleeding onto other items.
As this is a fabric, 'setup' primarily refers to preparation before sewing. It is highly recommended to pre-wash the fabric before cutting to account for any potential shrinkage, especially since it is a natural fiber blend. Use a gentle cycle with cool water and mild detergent. Compatibility is broad; it works well with standard sewing machines. For care, hand wash or machine wash on a delicate cycle with cold water. Avoid harsh detergents or bleach. Tumble dry on low heat or, preferably, air dry flat or on a hanger. Iron on a medium-high setting while the fabric is still slightly damp, or use a steam iron, to achieve a smoother finish. Due to its textured nature, test ironing on a small scrap first. Always refer to the specific care instructions provided by the retailer if available.
