I pieced/quilted a table runner using Essex linen and batiks. It did not fray to any great degree, certainly no more than other good quality quilting cottons. I do wash on a gentle cycle. Not sure I would use it on a large scale simply because there are various types/weights of linens and each might behave differently.I don't mind doing a light press but don't know if I'd want to do it for a large quilt.