Who Knew A Towel Could Change My Life? I bought this towel because I wanted to try a linen towel before I began making my own. Well, have I gotten a surprise. The towel is thin, similar to a lightweight linen dress or pants. This towel absorbs water like no cotton towel I have owned. The bonus is that it dries fast. It is a nice size and I wash it every week and it gets softer with each washing. I was surprised how much I love this towel. It has convinced me to make my own (sorry Amazon). It is worth the expense because it is a wonderful towel. I would take it when I travel because it weighs so little and folds very flat. I have a small confession, I don’t iron mine when it comes out of the laundry. I just take it out the basket and hang it up in the bath.