Essex Linen Cotton E014-178 Leather

Reach for a fabric that bridges the best of linen and cotton—easy to sew, beautiful to wear, and versatile enough for quilts, garments, and home projects alike.

Essex is a thoughtfully balanced blend of 55% linen and 45% cotton, offering the natural texture and character of linen with the softness and manageability of cotton. At approximately 5.6 oz per square yard (153 GSM), it sits comfortably in the medium-weight range—substantial enough for structure, yet fluid enough for garments with gentle drape.

Unlike yarn-dyed fabrics, these are solid-dyed colors, which means the surface reads clean and consistent. What gives Essex its visual interest is the subtle texture of the linen fibers woven through the cloth. You’ll notice a soft, organic hand and a faint, natural slub—enough character to feel alive, without competing with your design.

Why makers love Essex

• Fiber Content: 55% Linen / 45% Cotton

• Weight: Approx. 5.6 oz per square yard (153 GSM)

• Width: 43–44 inches

• Texture: Soft hand with natural linen texture

• Color: Solid-dyed, even tone (not yarn-dyed)

• Drape: Moderate—structured yet fluid

Ideal for

• Quilts with added texture

• Dresses, skirts, and blouses

• Lightweight jackets and overshirts

• Bags and pouches

• Pillows, napkins, and other home décor

Essex offers a practical middle ground: more durable and less prone to heavy wrinkling than 100% linen, yet with more body and character than standard quilting cotton. It presses well, holds a crease nicely for piecing, and softens beautifully with washing.

We recommend pre-washing, as linen blends can experience some shrinkage.

If you’re looking for a fabric that feels natural in the hand and refined in the finished piece—without the color variation of yarn-dyed cloth—Essex is a reliable, hardworking choice you’ll return to again and again.