Minerva Core Range Soft Stonewashed Ramie Linen Weave Fabric - Pink

Ramie is a natural fiber from the flax family, known for its strength, durability, and luster. It's breathable and resistant to bacteria, making it an excellent material for textiles, especially in warmer climates. It shares similarities with linen but is often stronger.

Yes, absolutely. Its breathability, medium weight, and soft texture make it suitable for a wide range of apparel, including dresses, skirts, blouses, and lightweight trousers.

Machine wash at 40 degrees Celsius. Avoid high heat drying and opt for low tumble dry or hang dry. Iron on a medium setting, preferably while damp, to manage wrinkles.

Yes, its medium weight and durability make it a good choice for home decor items such as cushion covers, placemats, and light upholstery.

Stonewashing is a process that softens the fabric and gives it a slightly worn-in, vintage look. This can result in subtle variations in texture and appearance, adding to its unique character.

The fabric is cut from the roll and sold by the metre, supplied as one continuous piece to accommodate your project size.

The fabric has a medium weight of approximately 255 gsm (grams per square metre).

Ensure you are washing at the recommended 40 degrees. Air drying or low tumble drying can help maintain softness. A light steam iron can also relax the fibers.

Iron the fabric while it is still damp or use a steam iron. For storage, consider rolling the fabric rather than folding it. Pre-washing before sewing can also help manage wrinkling.

Ensure your sewing machine needle is sharp and appropriate for medium-weight fabrics. Using a slightly larger seam allowance and finishing the edges with a serger or zigzag stitch can prevent fraying.