Originally Posted by stillclock

i LOVE working with linen.

there is a huge variance in the textue and weave of linen, and i always prewash to get a better sense of the fabrics true weight and hand.

i haven't had any trouble with seams yet....fingers crossed.

it doesn't present any problems in piecing for me, but i have had some challenges with shifting/warping/stretching while quilting it. i think maybe more pins or better thread basting might help, but i just accept it as part of the project.

you are thinking about making small projects. i say use that gorgeous stuff in a quilt quilt. linen is warm, washable and wonderful. it's right at the top of my favorites list

aileen