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Linen or even a really nice soft cotton would work well in a rustic setting.
Tweed fabric or linen are both rustic to me....maybe even a nice seersucker pattern.
gingham? denim?
just kidding. :)
I think what you want is a coarse linen. It's going to have a thicker, less refined weave than the kind of linen you would see clothes made of, and would substitute well for burlap.
I agree on coarse linen. It will give some of the feel of burlap, but be softer.
Thanks everyone! I had no idea there were so many options. Any idea whether tableclothes in these fabrics can be rented, or even bought? Or will I have to make them?
I wanted burlap too but was talked out of it due to itchyness and an odor (especially if its very damp). So, we went with cotton in a tan/natural looking color and have a table runner made out of white linen. The table runners were NOT cheap as I were told they were custom made. I fell in love with them, so I caved.
Oh and we rented the table cloths from a rental supply company. its the same place where we are renting our silverware. There are standard linen companies all over.
I used osnaburg. It is a cotton fabric with a more nubby texture/uneven weave in a natural, unbleached color.
I think muslin would be good - and I can't imagine it would be that expensive.
When you go to the fabric store, check out the upholstery section. You will find a lot of good choices there.
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I really wanted to do burlap tableclothes, but I'm too concerned about the itchyness, shedding and apparently an odor. FI aunt suggested using a fabric that looks like burlap instead. What about just regular linen? Any other suggestions?