Linen Viscose Blend Fabric - Bonnie

A burst of sunshine, in linen. Bonnie is a linen viscose blend in a rich orange, with a delicate design of white flowers and matching white stalks. It looks fresh, uplifting and easy to wear, and it’s a lovely choice for summer sewing.

The linen gives it a beautiful natural texture and breathability. The viscose adds softness, a luxurious feel and extra drape, and it helps reduce the creasing you’d get with pure linen. It’s lightweight and breathable, so it’s comfortable in warm weather, and it’s a dream to sew. At 142cm wide and 175gsm, there’s plenty of room to cut.

Sew flowing dresses, button-down blouses, relaxed shorts, pretty skirts or flared trousers. It also works for curtains and home décor accents, wherever you’d like some charm and comfort.

Dressmaking ideas for this fabric:

• Dresses: flowing summer dresses, shirt dresses, tea dresses and smock dresses
• Tops: button-down blouses, shirts and relaxed tops
• Shorts and trousers: relaxed shorts and flared trousers
• Skirts: gathered, tiered and A-line skirts
• Home décor: curtains, cushions and table linens

Sewing tips:

• Pre-wash gently before cutting, as linen and viscose can shrink
• Use a sharp, medium needle and a medium-length stitch
• Press on a medium heat, on the reverse, while slightly damp

• Width: 142cm/56" (approx)
• Weight: 175gsm
• Composition: 30% Linen, 70% Viscose
• Fabric Type: Linen viscose
• Colour: Orange

✔Machine washable at 30°C or lower, on a gentle cycle
✔Wash with similar colours
✔Do not use bleach
✔Do not tumble dry
✔Dry flat or line dry in the shade
✔Iron on a medium heat, on the reverse
✔Always test a small sample first to check your preferred washing method

Linen and viscose are both plant-based fibres, and this blend is made to be worn and washed for years. Choosing a durable, well-made fabric with a timeless floral print, and caring for it gently, helps your handmade wardrobe last.