100% Natural Pure Linen Fabric 78 in by The Yard - Sage Green

In this review the Simple&Opulence 100% natural linen in sage green is evaluated as a versatile, no-frills fabric for makers who need a durable, breathable base material. The single biggest reason to buy is the large 78 in width combined with a usable 2 yd length per piece, which suits sewing, embroidery, table linens and simple garments where fabric width matters. The tone here is practical: the fabric is praised for natural texture, easy care, and color accuracy while noting the cut-length handling when ordering multiples.

Key Features

• Large size: The 78 in width and 2 yd length per piece give ample coverage for tablecloths, curtains, and garment panels without awkward piecing for many projects.
• Natural material: Being 100% linen at about 160GSM provides good breathability and temperature regulation, making it comfortable for clothing and bedding use.
• Ready to sew: Edges arrive serged so pieces resist fraying and are easier to handle during cutting and stitching.
• Color accuracy: The sage green sample reviewed matched online images, which helps when planning coordinated projects.
• Easy care: Machine washable on gentle cycles and softer with each wash while retaining durability for repeated use.
• Multiple uses: Suitable for needlework, bags, cushions, aprons, quilting and home textiles because of its weight and texture.

Who It's For

This linen is best for hobby sewists, small-batch makers and DIY home decorators who value a natural look and need a wide fabric width for single-piece projects like tablecloths, curtains or wide garment panels. The breathable 160GSM weight makes it a good choice for summer garments, cushion covers and light upholstery projects.

Those who need continuous lengths longer than 2 yd should be cautious: the seller cuts in 2 yd by 78 in pieces, so multiple-quantity orders arrive as separate lengths rather than one continuous bolt. Heavy-duty upholstery or projects requiring thicker canvas should look for heavier weight textiles.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Good fabric quality with a natural linen texture that softens after washing.
• Accurate color reproduction and a pleasing sage green tone for coordinated projects.
• Edges are serged on arrival, reducing immediate fraying and saving prep time.
• Large 78 in width covers wide panels without seam joins for many home projects.

Cons

• Pieces are sold as 2 yd by 78 in cuts and are not continuous when buying multiples, which can complicate patterns requiring a single long length.
• The 160GSM weight is mid-light and may be too lightweight for heavy upholstery or items needing substantial structure.

Specifications

Material	100% natural linen
Dimensions per piece	78 in (200 cm) width x 2 yd (72 in / 182.88 cm) length
Weight	160 GSM
Color option shown	Sage Green (one of 13 colors)
Edge finish	Serger finished on arrival
Care	Machine wash gentle under 60C; tumble dry medium; iron high; no dry clean

Our Verdict

For sewists and crafters who need a naturally textured, breathable linen in a wide 78 in width, this sage green linen is a practical, good-value choice. It combines accurate color, easy care and ready-to-sew edges, though buyers should plan around the 2 yd cut lengths if they need continuous long runs. Overall it offers durable everyday performance and a pleasing lived-in look for home and apparel projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are pieces delivered as one continuous length when buying multiple yards?
Each unit is cut to 2 yd by 78 in; ordering multiples results in separate 2 yd pieces, not a single continuous length.

Is the fabric pre-washed or should it be washed before sewing?
The fabric is not described as pre-washed; pre-washing is recommended to reduce shrinkage and to soften the linen before final construction.

Can this weight be used for garments and bedding?
The 160GSM weight is suitable for lightweight garments and bedding; it is breathable and becomes softer with washing, though heavier upholstery needs a denser fabric.