Linen may just be the best sling fabric there is. Before cotton was widely cultivated, linen was the go-to fabric for just about everything -- daily wear, bedclothes, accessories... if it was sewn, it was made with linen. It's strong, supportive, long-wearing, and is especially terrific for hot climates, since the fibers tend to wick moisture away and allow it to evaporate, rather than holding it in place as cotton tends to do. While it may feel a little stiff when you first open the package, it gets softer with every washing, so I recommend washing it before using it for the first time. Its reputation for wrinkles is deserved, but that rumpled look is, after all, quite sought-after these days, and it can be smoothed out with a quick ironing if you're so inclined.

These linens are European-made, softened just a bit but not pre-washed. I find them quite supportive in a single layer. Double layer linen slings can be created upon request, although the fabric will need to be ordered separately, as these selections are all a medium weight that is too heavy for a double layer. Click each thumbnail for a larger image; you can cycle through them by clicking the left or right hand side of the image.

Natural	Black	Royal purple	Deep violet
Pervenche	Blue bonnet	Meadow	Graphite
English rose	Wild cherry	Chocolate	Pumpkin spice	Ginger
Evergreen	Forest	Willow	Midori

I have not pre-washed these fabrics, but have added a few inches to the total length to account for shrinkage when they are washed. Linen should be washed on cold and hung to dry when possible, or tumbled dry on low if hanging is not an option. Linen is prone to wrinkling, but a few minutes with an iron is sufficient to work them out if you are so inclined.