Originally Posted by wuv2quilt
Hi all: quick question, or 2...does linen shrink more than cotton...can it be quilted the same as cotton??? I've been given SEVERAL fat1/4's to 1/2 yds. of assorted linen...heavier weight...similar to quilting weight cotton. Thanks for the help / info. :) Beckie
Depends on how the linen was woven, how it was dyed and any other treatments it received. I'd suggest pre-washing just to be sure, particularly if you are going to mix it with cotton.
Two major differences from cotton: it is actually stronger when it is wet and good linen will keep improving in feel each time you wash it for the first 20-30 washings or so.