JOIN THE SOCIAL CLUB
Sign up to our newsletter to stay up to date on news, events and collections.
-
FABRIC
-
Fabric Type
- All Fabric
- All Linen
- Quilted & Jacquard
- Corduroy & Canvas
- Denim & Chambray
- Wool
- Oilskin
- Indian Cotton
- Printed Cotton
- Shirting & Poplin
- Seersucker
- Jamdani & Embellished
- Ikat
- Japanese
- Ticking Fabric
- Jute Runners
- Heavyweight Fabrics
- Fabric For Natural Dyeing
- Upholstery Fabric
- Lining & Voile
- Wadding & Interfacing
- Deadstock
-
Offcuts & Swatches
-
SEWING PATTERNS
-
Sewing Patterns
-
By Skill
-
Books
-
Pattern Resources
-
-
TOOLS & NOTIONS
-
Hardware
-
Thread
-
CLASSES
-
Residential Retreats
-
Other Classes
-
-
ABOUT US
-
INSPIRATION
-
Inspiration
-
-
Gift Cards
-
Account
Need help? GET IN TOUCH
-
FABRIC
-
Fabric Type
- All Fabric
- All Linen
- Quilted & Jacquard
- Corduroy & Canvas
- Denim & Chambray
- Wool
- Oilskin
- Indian Cotton
- Printed Cotton
- Shirting & Poplin
- Seersucker
- Jamdani & Embellished
- Ikat
- Japanese
- Ticking Fabric
- Jute Runners
- Heavyweight Fabrics
- Fabric For Natural Dyeing
- Upholstery Fabric
- Lining & Voile
- Wadding & Interfacing
- Deadstock
-
Offcuts & Swatches
-
SEWING PATTERNS
-
Sewing Patterns
-
By Skill
-
Books
-
Pattern Resources
-
-
TOOLS & NOTIONS
-
Hardware
-
Books
-
Thread
-
About Us
-
About Us
-
-
INSPIRATION
-
Inspiration
-
-
Gift Cards
-
Merchant & Mills HOUSE
- Home /
- All Fabric /
- TENCEL™ Lyocell - Chalky Straw
TENCEL™ Lyocell Chalky Straw
Description
A beautifully soft and fluid light weight TENCEL™ Lyocell with an effortless drape and a semi-matte finish in a milky pistachio green.
Suitable for dresses, tops, trousers and even lightweight jackets. This cloth is suitable for the following patterns in our Workbook: Bantam, Heron, Strides, Curlew and Saltmarsh.
- 100% TENCEL™ Lyocell
- 140cm wide.
- 4.1oz, 140gsm.
- Country of origin; Korea.
- Wash cool on a delicate cycle with non-bio detergent and a gentle spin.
- Submerge fabric in water before putting in the drum.
- Do not tumble.
- Shake out and dry flat.
- The surface texture of Tencel will go more chalky and less sheeny once washed and lived in.
- As all computer monitors show colours differently, we recommend ordering a sample of the cloth to check it is the right colour and weight for your project.
- Thread match Gutermann Sew All 503.
More about this cloth
Tencel is a cellulose fibre, which like rayon is made by dissolving wood pulp. It is durable, resistant to wrinkles and has the silkiest drape to handle.
It has excellent natural breathability with 50% greater moisture absorption than cotton. Making it a good choice for those with sensitive skin. It is also anti- bacterial and thermoregulating.
Eco Credentials
The process of Tencel production ameliorates much of its own environmental effects. Like cotton, Tencel is made from plant materials. However, manufacturing Tencel requires less energy and water than cotton. The solvents used to turn the wood pulp into fibre are contained in a closed loop system, with a quoted recovery rate of 99%. As a naturally derived fibre, Tencel is also biodegradable.
Although it is dyed conventionally (which can be harmful to the environment), Tencel requires a lot less dye than cotton. The manufacturers are actively striving towards greener, cleaner and more efficient production and are currently investing in new, renewable energy sources.
Shipping & Return
Standard delivery (3-5 working days) - £5.95
DPD Pickup (3-5 working days) - £4.50
Sample delivery (3-5 working days) - £1
Pattern delivery (3-5 working days) - £3
Next working day delivery - £15
For more information on shipping & returns please see our FAQ page.