100% Ramie Leno Voile - Chequer Board Breeze

Specifications:

Weight: Light

GSM: 82

Composition: 100% Ramie

Width: 140cm / 55.1inch

Length Pattern Repeat: 3.5cm / 1.4inch

Width Pattern Repeat: 3.5cm / 1.4inch

Colour:

Shades: This beauty features natural white yarns woven in a pleasing open leno weve chequerboard design.

Design: This fine weave features repeating woven leno squares measuring 1.75cm, arranged in a classic chequered style.

Overall: This fabric will make garments that are reached for time and time again during warm summer months. A standard plain white with a little added interest.

Properties:

Texture: A classic, clean, and crisp feel, with the chequered design adding textural and visual interest to an otherwise plain weave.

Handle: A classic ramie hand that is crisp and stable in width and length, with gentle give along the bias.

Drape: A beautiful, soft, and elegant drape with areas of translucency where the leno designs are present.

Garment Suggestions:

Types: Ideal for light, warmclimate clothing styles, from simple tops to classic shirts and dresses. These subtle openweave areas create a characterful detail and are perfect for customising with simple embroidered motifs in scattered squares. A great alternative to bridal fabrics and christening robes. Team with delicate lace for subtle styling.

Be prepared to line or layer this garment!

Patterns: Patterns such as the Factory Dress and the Florence Dress by Merchent & Mills, and the Elodie Dress and the Charlie Caftan are fabulous choices for this fabric. It also pairs especially well with patterns such as thePattern Stash’s Cordelia Trousers,Amelia SkirtandLynsey Dungarees, as well asThe Ilford Jacketfor a stylish summer layer.

Other Uses:

Accessories: Create gorgeous matching headscarves, scrunchies and hair bows, create delicate summer clutches to coordinate or beach tote bags.

Furnishings: Light and airy window drapes with a very Boho-free-spirited look. Also perfect for fresh table runners and napkins.

Upcycling: Use the leno spaces as a canvas for small embroidered designs and create textile art pieces.