Love Linen? Here's Why It's Our Favorite Fabric to Sew With

There’s something timeless and effortless about linen — and it’s no wonder it’s one of our favorite fabrics to work with. At ISEE FABRIC, we believe linen sewing is pure magic: the texture, the drape, the breathability — it’s everything you want for beautiful handmade pieces.

If you’ve been curious about sewing with linen, we’ve got you covered! Our linen line is full of gorgeous fabrics perfect for dresses, tops, pants, home goods, and more.

Here’s why linen should be your next sewing obsession:

✨ Why We Love Linen

• Breathable & Lightweight: Perfect for warm-weather wear, linen keeps you cool even on the hottest days.

• Natural & Sustainable: Linen is made from the flax plant, making it one of the most eco-friendly fabrics around.

• Beautiful Texture: Linen only gets softer with each wash

• Easy to Sew: Especially when you have the right tools (more on that below!)

• 🧵 Linen Sewing Must-Haves

  If you’re ready to dive into linen projects, having the right supplies will make everything smoother. Here are a few essentials we love:

  • Sharp Fabric Scissors for Linen — Crisp cuts are a must with linen's looser weave.

  • Glass Head Pins — These slide easily into linen without snagging.

  • Fine Sewing Machine Needles — Look for size 70/10 or 80/12 for smooth stitching.

  • All-Purpose Linen Thread — Strong and durable, but fine enough for neat seams.

  • Pressing Cloth for Linen — A MUST to avoid shine marks when ironing!

  • 🌿 Our Favorite Linen Projects

    With our linen fabrics, the possibilities are endless. Some of our customer favorites include: (Linked are our picks)

    • Loose-fit tops and tunics

    • Wide-leg summer pants

    • Breezy dresses

    • Reusable linen napkins and tea towels

    • Soft bedding and pillow covers  

    • link for filling for the puffer quilt
    • link for linen squares for the puffer quilt

    Pro tip: Our lighter-weight linen is perfect for blouses and dresses, while the midweight is amazing for pants, aprons, and home decor projects.

  • ✂️ Ready to Sew?

    Check out our beautiful collection of linens here and get inspired! Whether you’re a beginner looking for an easy project or a seasoned sewist wanting luxurious textures, linen is a joy to create with.

    Sew slow, sew simple, sew something you’ll love for years. 🌸

  • ✅ Quick Reminders:

    • Prewash your linen to soften it and prevent shrinkage.

    • Use a slightly longer stitch length (about 3.0) for smooth seams.

    • Embrace the wrinkles — it’s part of linen’s charm!