100% Natural Linen Fabric 78 in by The Yard - Dusty Pink

In this review of the Simple&Opulence 100% natural linen fabric, the bottom line is clear: this is a large, durable piece of linen best suited for sewists and home crafters who need a generous width and true linen feel. The reviewer found the 78 in width and 2 yd cut convenient for tablecloths, curtains, and garments, and the fabric's breathable, temperature-regulating nature makes it comfortable for clothing and bedding. Color accuracy and serged edges impressed testers, while buyers should note cuts are sold in separate 2 yd pieces rather than continuous yardage.

Key Features

• Large Size: A full 78 in width by 2 yd length gives ample material for medium projects without awkward piecing.
• Natural Material: 100% linen provides breathability and moisture absorption, making it comfortable for clothing and home textiles.
• 160 GSM Weight: Midweight cloth that balances drape and structure for garments, bags, and table linens.
• Color Range: Offered in 13 colors so crafters can pick matching tones for coordinated projects and decor.
• Edge Finish: Factory-serged edges prevent fraying and save time during cutting and sewing.
• Care Instructions: Machine washable on gentle cycles and gets softer after washing, making it easy to maintain.

Who It's For

This linen is ideal for hobby sewists, small-batch makers, and DIY home decorators who want a true linen texture in a generous 78 in width. It works well for tablecloths, curtains, cushion covers, simple garments, aprons, and embroidery backings where color accuracy and a lived-in linen look matter.

Those who need continuous yardage longer than 2 yd should look elsewhere or plan seams, since each purchase yields a separate 2 yd by 78 in piece. Very heavy upholstery projects or specialized industrial uses seeking thicker, heavyweight textile would also be better served by a heavier fabric than this 160 GSM linen.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Generous 78 in width reduces the need for piecing on wide items like tablecloths and curtains.
• Natural linen feel and breathability make it comfortable for clothing and bedding.
• Colors are accurate and consistent, useful for coordinated sewing projects.
• Serged edges arrive ready to cut and sew, limiting fraying.

Cons

• Sold in individual 2 yd cuts, so multiple purchases do not produce one continuous length.
• Some buyers noted mixed results on exact cut length, so measure on arrival before planning precise cuts.

Specifications

Our Verdict

This 78 in by 2 yd 100% linen is a solid value for makers who need a wide, natural-fiber fabric with a reliable texture and good color accuracy. It shines for home textiles and simple garments where breathability and a softening hand after wash matter. Buy it if you want generous width and authentic linen character, but plan seams if you need continuous long yardage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are pieces sold as a continuous length if I order multiple yards?
Answer. No, each unit is cut to 2 yd by 78 in; ordering multiple units provides multiple separate 2 yd pieces, not a continuous cut.

Can this fabric be machine washed?
Answer. Yes, machine wash gentle under 60C with similar colors; tumble dry medium and iron on high as needed.

Is the edge finished to prevent fraying?
Answer. Yes, the fabric arrives with serged edges to limit fraying and ease sewing.