OL Limited Edition Zions Canyon Our Oriental Linen fiber is composed of 52% silk and 48% linen with 10 yards per skein. Oriental Linen is a slightly nubby thread which adds textural interest to any piece. It is a great choice for wool applique & embellishment. 2 ply for specialty stitches on 18 ct canvas or basketweave on 13 ct canvas, use 1 ply for basketweave on 18 ct canvas. This fiber looks different than many other blended fibers because it contains both darker and lighter strands of the color variation. Please note that the color of the fiber you are order is representative of what you see on your screen but dye lots, resolutions, and monitors do vary.