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Mary,
I used the 100% hemp linen canvas, washed it first, ironed well then glued it to a pane land sized it with gesso. I still have the painting after 5 years and it has held up beautifully ever since. Washing in a mild detergent and drying it takes care of the original shrinkage, after that it is stable. This fabric and the fabrics from this company are untreated and must be cared for before painting, but it is worth the extra effort.
I'm sorry I wasn't more precise in my answer about working with hemp. I still loved it!
Jean
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