Stonewashed Linen Fabric

Stonewashed Linen Fabric with Slub Texture

Stonewashed linen fabric combines the natural strength of linen with a soft, lived-in feel. The stonewash treatment relaxes the fibers, so the fabric arrives ready to sew without that stiff, papery hand you get with untreated linen. This version also has a subtle slub texture running through the weave, giving each meter a slightly irregular, organic surface. You'll find it used for clothing, bedding, curtains, and general home textile work, and it ships from stock by the metre so you can order exactly what a project needs.

Composition and specifications

This fabric is woven from 90% linen and 10% cotton, at a width of 140 cm and a weight of 250 g/m². That weight puts it in a mid-range category: substantial enough for structure in curtains or cushions, yet soft enough to drape well in garments. The cotton content adds a touch of flexibility to the weave without taking away linen's characteristic texture.

What makes it a slub fabric

The slub effect comes from yarns that are spun with deliberate thickness variations. Thicker sections appear at random intervals in the warp or weft, creating small ridges and texture changes across the surface. It's not a flaw, it's a construction choice that gives the fabric visual depth and a handmade look. If you're comparing options, the linen slub fabric and slub linen fabric variants in our range follow the same principle, just with different finishes and weights.

The stonewash process

Stonewashing means the woven fabric goes through industrial washing with pumice stones or comparable abrasive material. The stones tumble against the linen, breaking down the stiffness in the fibers and softening the hand. What you get afterward is a fabric with a slightly worn, vintage character, pre-shrunk and ready to cut and sew right away, no extra pre-washing needed on your end.

Where this fabric works well

Because it's soft and breathable with reduced wrinkling compared to raw linen, it suits garments like dresses, wide trousers, shirts, and children's clothing. In the home, it holds up equally well for curtains, cushion covers, and tablecloths, where the slub texture adds a bit of natural character to otherwise plain surfaces. If you're after a lighter alternative, the Lightweight Linen Viscose Slub Fabric gives a similar textured look with less weight, and for washed linen without the slub texture, the Linen Fabric Enzymwashed is worth a look. Those working on printed designs might also want to check the Digital Print Linen Fabric, while the Linen Cotton Mix Fabric offers another blended option at a different weight and feel.

Ordering and availability

• Sold by the metre, so you order the exact length your pattern requires
• Wholesale pricing applies from 6 metres for larger or business orders
• A fabric sample is available for €0.50 if you want to check the texture and drape first
• Shipped from our warehouse in Tilburg
• Suitable for both individual makers and business orders

In short

Stonewashed linen fabric with slub texture gives you a linen that's already broken in: soft, textured, and easy to work with from the first cut. Between the 90/10 linen-cotton blend, the 250 g/m² weight, and that irregular slub surface, it's a fabric that suits both clothing and interior projects without extra prep work. Order a sample first if you're unsure about the feel, or go straight to ordering by the metre for your next project.