Does anyone have any experience with Essex Linens, plain, dyed , metallic or otherwise? I just read a blog that recommended washing and drying it before using because they said it shrinks. Also, they think it frays and should be sewn with a double seam. I love the look but I really don't need a nightmare. Thanks.
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Re: Essex Linen by Robert Kaufman:
I used Essex linen as the background in my Fancy Forest quilt. The pattern designer, Elizabeth Hartman, recommended it. E. Hartman did a youtube interview on the fabric, saying she doesn't prewash, and believes it shrinks no more than any other cotton.
For me, it sewed up nicely, no more fraying than usual. I used a standard quarter inch seam. I love the look. I have not washed it yet, as it is hanging up in my living room. I could not be happier with it.Diana Grey
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Re: Essex Linen by Robert Kaufman:
Essex linen is a 65/35 linen/cotton blend. I've used it for a light jacket and did prewash it for that application because that is what I do when constructing garments. I measured a before/after piece and the shrinkage was negligible. Right now I am using it for a wall hanging, so I didn't prewash since I don't anticipate washing the item. I haven't had a fraying issue on either project. In fact, I've used cottons that have frayed horribly, and comparatively, this doesn't. I haven't used the metallic Essex, though, so can't comment on that.
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