High quality linen fabrics

Where can you order linen fabrics online?

At gruenestoffe.de you will find a large selection of linen fabrics sold by the meter. We offer light and heavy, as well as thin and thick fabrics made from a linen blend or as pure linen weave. Our assortment also includes linen fabrics with organic certification as well as plant-dyed linen fabrics from Austria. Some of our fabrics are produced in Europe. A large portion of our fabrics is produced in German-speaking countries.

Our fabrics are available by the meter starting from just 0.50 meters. If required, you are welcome to order up to three free hand samples. Let yourself be inspired by our selection of linen fabrics!

How is linen fabric made? What kind of fabric is linen?

The term linen is often used as a synonym for woven textiles. However, linen is actually a fiber material that is processed into a wide variety of textiles such as knits, weaves, nonwovens, or crochet.

Woven linen fabrics are textile yard goods that consist of a warp thread system and a weft thread system. The warp and weft are woven together vertically to create a textile structure, the weave.

The most important basic weave types in the textile industry are:

• Plain weave
• Twill weave
• Satin weave

Derived weave types, such as complex patterned weaves, are based on these three basic weave types.

If you are specifically interested in pure linen, you will find a selection of various pure linen fabrics by the meter there.

Why is woven linen so popular?

Linen has various properties that make the material interesting for numerous textile applications. The fiber is processed into yarns and can subsequently be turned into different textiles and weaves.

The linen fiber is absorbent and tear-resistant. It can absorb moisture and is frequently used for summer clothing and various home textiles due to its material properties.

Depending on the design and care, linen textiles can be used over a long period of time. The properties a specific fabric possesses depend, among other things, on the fiber composition, the weave, the weight, and the finishing of the respective material.

Types of linen fabric

What is thick linen fabric called, what is thin linen fabric called? These questions reach us again and again. There are various types of thick and thin linen fabrics, examples of which are presented below with their technical terms.

Thin linen fabrics

• Poplin
• Batiste
• Voile

Thin linen fabrics are fabrics made with fine yarns. They are particularly suitable for women's outerwear and summer clothing. As curtains, depending on the weave and design, they can create a transparent or translucent look.

Thick and heavy linen fabrics

Thick linen fabrics include:

• Canvas
• Denim
• Damask
• Panama
• Twill

Heavy and thick qualities are suitable for upholstery work, pillows, and other decorations, as well as for clothing that is subject to more wear and tear.

Often the transition from thin to thick linen fabrics is fluid. We recommend paying attention to the item descriptions of our fabrics. In addition to product recommendations for sewing and design, we have provided the respective square meter weight of the fabrics for you.

When choosing the right fabric, the texture of the linen weave plays an important role in addition to the gsm weight. Linen generally has a typical linen texture, where the yarns are woven into the fabric with slight thickenings. This structure is highly valued and is characteristic of many linen fabrics.

Both coarse textures – such as our rustic linen – and finer textures – such as our fine linen – are available.

Linen fabrics by pattern and weave

In addition to the fabric type, our linen fabrics differ according to pattern types. We offer styles ranging from retro and vintage to current trends. Our fabrics are woven on classic dobby looms or using the multifaceted Jacquard technique.

In addition to our plain solid-colored and striped linen fabrics, which are wonderful for combining with our patterned linen fabrics, we offer a large selection of different designs in this area.

Our patterns are woven into the fabric, embroidered, or printed onto the linen fabric using various methods.

Our assortment includes various animal motifs such as owl, hedgehog, deer, butterfly, penguin, rabbit, or fox. Furthermore, we offer printed and woven patterns with floral elements such as flowers, roses, and leaves in a modern country house style or in combination with classic ornaments.

Shabby chic with its used look brings its own style elements. Geometric cube patterns in black and white as well as graphic zigzag designs characterize our modern fabric selection. Linen fabrics with dots or plaid prints are also available from us.

Which colors are popular for linen fabrics?

The color trends for 2022 included various earthy tones such as ocher, beige, gray, and brown. But fresh colors like light yellow, olive green, apricot, white, or cream tones also played a role this year. Various shades of blue and pink as well as red, petrol, turquoise, and violet provided accents in design.

Since color trends change regularly, you will find linen fabrics in numerous different shades and designs with us. Our linen fabrics in various orange tones are also particularly versatile for decorating and upholstery.

What can you sew from linen fabric?

As inspiration for our linen fabrics, we have repeatedly provided a selection of decoration ideas for the individual items.

Since there are countless things you can make from linen fabrics, here is a small selection: Linen is used everywhere a special haptic feel and a characteristic look are desired.

Our linen fabrics are popular for curtains, tablecloths, quilts, and decoration. In the clothing sector, the materials are particularly suitable for sewing shirts, pants, skirts, dresses, or even traditional costumes.

For curtains and drapes, you will also find a selection of curtain fabrics with us.

Working with linen fabrics correctly

Before processing, it is possible to pre-wash the fabric. However, you can also include an allowance for residual shrinkage, i.e., the possible shrinking of the fabric due to washing.

When dimensioning your curtains, for example, it is advisable to incorporate a length allowance for the hem in order to keep a reserve of length after the first wash.

If you would like to pre-wash the fabric, it is recommended to finish the open fabric edges beforehand with a sewing machine.

A rotary cutter or sharp scissors are suitable for cutting. The desired pattern should be pinned and marked with tailor's chalk if necessary.

For sewing, it is important to set up the machine for the linen material being used. For light, thin fabrics, we recommend a universal needle. For heavy, firm linen qualities, a jeans needle is suitable.

How do I wash linen fabrics?

Most linen fabrics from our assortment can be washed in the machine at at least 30 degrees Celsius. After washing, we recommend hanging the goods to dry.

For some items, you can also put the fabric in the dryer to dry. Ironing is possible in a dry state at a light to medium setting.

Our upholstery fabrics are cleaned with a damp cloth or a brush. For precise information, we also refer here to the respective care instructions for the fabric.

Linen fabrics at a glance

• Woven linen fabrics consist of a warp and weft thread.
• Depending on the intended use, thin and thick linen fabrics are available.
• Linen has various material properties, for example, good moisture absorption and tear resistance.
• Different colors, weaves, and patterns offer numerous design possibilities.

Here you will find a beautiful selection of our linen fabrics.