MB Linen 12/4 Yarn - 227gms - 411 mtr

This beautiful natural Belgium Linen is an alternative to traditional cotton warp thread. Its texture and raw look will add new dimension to any wall hanging. Linen feels stiff until it’s been “worked”. The more it is wound, twisted or washed and dried the softer it becomes. Balls wound on a ball winder may tend to spread; hand wound balls work best. Items made with linen can be machine washed, dried and steam pressed with a hot iron if needed. It’s normal for fuzz to gather in your lint trap the first few washings. When weaving, dampen the warp with a water mister or foam paint brush dipped in water for neat selvages. Dampening the warp will also help rigid heddle weavers obtain a tighter fabric. It can be helpful to dampen your fingers when winding bobbins to soften the weft yarn. If crisp table linens are desired, remove the fabric from the dryer while still damp and steam press to enhance luster. Features Material: 100% Linen Weaving Weight: 12/4 Yarn Weight: 4 Ply Physical Weight: 8 oz. (~227g) tube Approximate Yardage: 450 yds. (411m)