Mumbai, India—
Substantial linen

In India, where handcraftsmanship still thrives,
this linen is carefully spun and woven
into a refined fabric that grows beautifully with time and use.

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Quality Features What makes it special

  • Substantial linen

    With a natural weight and gentle expression unique to 100% linen, this fabric is soft and supple, and develops character with use. Using flax sourced from France, the yarns are spun and woven in India to create a refined fabric.

  • Supple and durable

    Because linen fibers hold air within them, the fabric offers excellent moisture absorption and quick-drying properties. Among natural fibers, it is especially strong, with a crisp, firm feel balanced by pleasant softness.

Material Story The process behind the product

  • 01Crafted in Mumbai

    India is often described as a showcase of textiles, where traditional handcraftsmanship still thrives. Mumbai is not only a commercial and cultural hub but also a city lined with colorful markets and workshops. In this city, Futo’s linen items are crafted.

  • 02From flax to linen

    Flax, the raw material of linen, grows quickly and requires little water or pesticides, making it a sustainable resource. At Futo, our flax is sourced from France, then spun in India and woven into fabric.

  • 03Weave and expression

    The fabric is woven on a machine called an air-jet loom, which propels the weft with air. While this method is fast and produces consistent quality, the texture tends to be flat. By washing the fabric, we bring out the yarn’s natural softness and expression.

  • 04Sewing and handwork

    Futo’s linen items are crafted by skilled artisans at a factory on the outskirts of Mumbai. Drawing on years of experience and technique, they cut and sew the fabric with precision, always attentive to its character. Their careful handwork gives the pieces warmth, and the character of each item continues to deepen with use.

  • 05Hand-guided embroidery

    Instead of using a fully automated machine, the embroidery is done with a hand-operated machine that allows the pattern to be guided by touch. Every embroidery varies subtly in shape and thickness, a result of handwork that naturally harmonizes with the softness of the fabric.

Line Up Products crafted from this material

    Kitchen cloth ALI 440 x 440 mm

    $28.00

    The simple square linen cloth is perfect for drying dishes or wrapping a lunch.

    Kitchen cloth ALI 660 x 440 in

    $35.00

    The rectangular linen cloth is generously sized, making it ideal for thoroughly drying dishes or vegetables. It can also be used to wrap small items like a furoshiki.

    Coaster ALI 110 x 110 mm

    $18.00

    The coaster is made with double-layered linen. Highly absorbent and quick-drying, it soaks up condensation and dries swiftly.

    Pot holder ALI 200 x 130 mm

    $25.00

    The pot holder is made with double-layered linen and padded with cotton in between, giving it a moderate thickness. It can be used as an oven mitt or as a mat for hot items.

    Bread bag ALI 110 x 90 x 240mm

    $40.00

    The bread bag holds warmed bread and can be served directly at the table. It is also convenient for carrying lunches or small items in daily life.

    Bread bag ALI 150×110×280mm

    $53.00

    The bread bag holds warmed bread and can be served directly at the table. Its large size also makes it useful as a produce bag.

    Full apron ALI

    $125.00

    The full apron is simple in design, made to reduce strain on the shoulders and neck even during long wear. It comes with two pockets, one large and one small.

    Half apron ALI

    $95.00

    The half apron wraps around the waist. By threading the waist straps through slits, it stays securely in place while moving around. It also comes with a large pocket.

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Materials Choose by fabric

  • Hamamatsu, Japan – High density cotton ​

    Woven slowly on traditional shuttle looms in Hamamatsu, this high-density fabric carries air within its weave, giving it a natural firmness.

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  • Wakayama, Japan – Loopwheel cotton knit ​

    Traditional loopwheel knitting machines in Wakayama rely on the pull of gravity to slowly knit fabric that is exceptionally soft and enduringly supple.

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  • Mumbai – Substantial Linen ​

    In India, where handcraftsmanship still thrives, this linen is carefully spun and woven into a refined fabric that grows beautifully with time and use.

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  • Nagano – Wholegarment knit ​

    At a sock factory in Nagano, lightweight yet durable seamless knit fabric is created using Wholegarment technology.

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