I am the supreme quality use for hand embroidery like crewel or whitework, for this two I am the perfect background to use in medium gm, around 150-200gm, the 190gm is my favorite for better stability, and easy to stitch even for beginners because of my study fibers between the holes, the thread stay at place making the stitching process very smooth and clean , be careful there is a lot of linen canvas not suitable for hand embroidery.
I have a very unique texture adding deepens to you stitches and make them appear more intense with more character, I am very popular in white colors, but I came with a good array of vivid colors. My price expensive compared to 100% cotton whitch is very affordable specially for any one want strat embroidery and not invest a lot.
I have a smooth surface with a very subtil texture,I have a very tight weave, allowing the needle to pass very smoothly without making holes ,I have the largest colors range you can imagine, I am best for embroidery at 150 gm weight, in a light medium . if it's for surface stitches like cutwork and eyllet in whitework, I suggest you cotton Batist or Batiste in 200threads count .
I can be mixed with linen, my price is than more affordable than 100% linen ,good solution for those who love the texture of linen but not attracted by the price, this is a good alternative to skip the extra cost.