IL020 Handkerchief Bougainvillea Softened - 100% Linen Fabric - Light (3.7 oz/yd2), Width 58"
Fabric specifications:
Fabric By The Yard
Bright, hot pinks like BOUGAINVILLEA burst forth from the abstract art of post-war British artist Patrick Heron, illuminating space with the radiance of summer flowers.
A true colorist, Heron dedicated much of his life to the exploration of how one tone could bounce of another, and create sonorous or discordant sensations. He said, “I think this world is magical. Color, form, space, relationships – these elevate life.”
At a lighter weight of 3.5 ounces this 58 inch wide 100% linen is woven with finer threads to give it a smoother appearance. Referred to as lightweight or handkerchief linen, this fine, but surprisingly sturdy linen brings new meaning to the term "sheer elegance".
The cloth is Softened so we have added a softener to give it a silkier hand. The fabric has not been laundered so shrinkage will still have to be taken into consideration (shrinkage depends on fabric weave and laundering method).
| Article | IL020 Handkerchief |
| Content | 100% Linen |
| Type | PLAIN WEAVE |
| Color | BOUGAINVILLEA |
| Width | 58 inch |
| Weight | 3.7 oz/yd2 |
| Thread size warp | 33.3 |
| Thread size weft | 33.3 |
| Thread count warp | 57 |
| Thread count weft | 44 |
| Thread Color Match (Gutermann) | 382 |
E-MAIL: Please contact us by following the link below.
PHONE: 1-866-620-2008
Call us Monday through Friday 10 am - 6 pm PST
- Fast Shipping: 3–8 business days
- Priority Shipping: 2–3 business days
Please note that some of our darker or more vibrant shades will have some residual dye run off or bleeding. It is important that you launder or treat like colors with like colors so that you do not compromise the integrity of any other colors, fabrics or garments during the launder process.
We also suggest that if you are combining one or more of these types of colors with lighter colors that you pre-wash the linens seperately and once the item is completed do not launder again, but Dry Clean.
- • Machine wash cold
- • Gentle cycle
- • Only non-chlorine bleach if needed
- • Tumble dry low
- • Medium steam iron
- • Do not use Perm Press cycle in wash or dry
Question & Answers
Would this fabric be suitable for making a beach wrap? I have a bathing suit in this color and would love to have a wrap in this.
F|S Team
Yes, this fabric makes a lovely beach wrap.
Lovely fabric! What is your recommendation for thread color to match, please?
Thank you!
F|S Team
Sure thing! We have matched this color with Gutermann Sew All Thread color: 345 Raspberry.
What linen would be good for baby swaddles, bibs, and burpees?
F|S Team
Hello, Our muslin double gauze cotton fabric is ideal for baby swaddles, For bibs and burpees, you may like to consider our cotton/linen waffle weave fabric. Search for code IS010
I've made several items of clothing from your linen and would like to post on line, but I've been unable to do so. The most recent was skirt and top using the Normandy collection. Could you help me with that, or perhaps I could send photos of each with a note and you could post them. I've been following/purchasing for nearly 3 years. I did manage to post Normandy make on Facebook and received nice reviews/comments. Thanks, Mary Gayle garrisonm800gmail.com
F|S Team
Hello Gayle, please email our customer service team directly with your photos and they would be happy to post them for you. email askfabrics-store.com
I'm not familiar with the different linen weights. Would this fabric be appropriate for a structured top? Thank you.
F|S Team
This fabric is a light and airy fabric, so it may be too light for a 'structured top' Depending on how much structure you need, I'd recommend either our medium or heavyweight fabrics. If you'd like please email us directly using the contact form and our in-house seamstress would he happy to see what design or pattern you are working with and recommend the best fabric for you.
Would you describe this as a warm pink color?
F|S Team
Yes this would be considered a warm pink.
Would this be a good weight for napkins?
F|S Team
We have had customers us this finer lightweight linen for napkins and they are beautiful . We do recommend ordering a swatch just to make sure the color and weight will work for your project.
I need a sample of lightweight Bouganvilla, but there is no place on the site to order just a sample of this color.
F|S Team
Please email us directly at askfabrics-store.com so we can arrange to send a sample to you.
Customer Reviews
Look Pink
I brought thinking it was close to red but the actual product looks pink
F|S Team
The Bougainvillea is a hot pink color , has some red and purple shade. If you not happy with the color you can return this fabric.
I thought it would be more reddish. It is a deep rich pink. Still beautiful though. Buttery feel! Will be purchasing more. I want a pair of pants and/or a top. A top in this color and a pair of optic white pants would be gorgeous! Or vice versa!!
Finished Projects
I've been ordering from Fabrics Store since 2017 and they never miss! The quality and the color range of their linens is incredible. This hot pink is SO PRETTY. I sell these giant scrunchies on Etsy and I can barely keep this color in stock. It's a true hot pink, but doesn't feel too bright or neon. There is a deepness and richness to the color. The 3.7 oz weight linen is perfect for apparel— it has structure and a beautiful drape, but doesn't feel bulky. I use this lighter weight for projects with finer details or lots of pleating or gathering. I exclusively use the Fabrics Store linen for my Etsy because of their high standards and consistency. You can find my giant scrunchies on Etsy at firstcampaign.etsy.com!
Love the way this sewed up.
This is the first thing I'd sewn with linen. Such fun to use this bright and lovely fabric. The pattern is Love Notions Vivace Dolman.
The handkerchief weight is extremely lightweight and airy. Coupled with the incredibly soft hand, it is my favorite linen to use for summer sewing. The hot pink hue of Bougainvillea allows for this lightweight material to not be too sheer, so I have no worries about undergarments peeking through unintentionally. (However, my hunch says that the white colorway wouldn't be as forgiving!)
FABRIC SAMPLE DETAILS
IL020 Handkerchief Bougainvillea Softened - 100% Linen - Light (3.7 oz/yd2)
Sample Size: 2" x 3.5" (Including Swatch Card)
Free Standard Shipping
* Samples are pre-assembled and may not come from the same fabric bolt you order from. Color may vary. All fabric samples are shipped via USPS without tracking.
CUSTOMER CARE
PHONE
1-866-620-2008
Call us Monday through Friday 10 am - 6 pm PST
SHIPPING & RETURNS
- Fast Shipping: 3–8 business days
- Priority Shipping: 2–3 business days
HOW DOES FREE SHIPPING WORK?
Take advantage of our Free Shipping offer on orders shipping within the contiguous US.
Every day on orders of $300.00 or more - we will pay for your shipping.
Your order will be shipped Standard Shipping (4-8 Business Days) with the shipper of our choice. No
international orders.
Standard shipping takes 24-48 hours for processing. Delivery times begin one business day after the
order is placed. This is due to your order being manually cut and packaged to ensure quality.
FABRIC CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Please note that some of our darker or more vibrant shades will have some residual dye run off or bleeding. It is important that you launder or treat like colors with like colors so that you do not compromise the integrity of any other colors, fabrics or garments during the launder process.
We also suggest that if you are combining one or more of these types of colors with lighter colors that you pre-wash the linens seperately and once the item is completed do not launder again, but Dry Clean.
Fabric Care
Machine wash cold.
Gentle cycle.
Only non-chlorine. Bleach if needed.
Tumble dry low.
Medium steam iron.
Do not use Perm Press cycle in wash or dry