Robert Kaufman | Essex Yarn Dyed | Rust

Warm Earth Tone for Modern Quilts

Are you looking for a fabric that instantly adds depth to your quilt – without being loud? "Rust" from Robert Kaufman's Essex Yarn Dyed series is exactly that quiet power tone. A warm rust red like late summer earth – perfect for autumn quilts, modern layouts with lots of negative space, or as a grounding blender fabric in scrappy projects.

The subtle heathering and visible linen texture create a lively surface in the quilt top. "Rust" looks especially beautiful with natural white, flax, or oyster – and as a contrast to navy or soft rose tones. It also makes a warm, modern frame as a binding.

With 55% linen and 45% cotton, this yarn-dyed fabric combines natural texture with good sewability. Despite the linen content, it is pleasant to work with and quilt – ideal for wholecloth quilts, bag projects, or modern patchwork designs.

Details at a glance

• 55% linen, 45% cotton
• Width: approx. 109 cm
• Weight: approx. 190 g/m²
• Yarn-dyed for special color depth