Scarf 'Sahana' - 100% wild silk

Composition: 100% wild silk

Dimensions: approx. 60 x 200 cm

Weight: approx. 140 g

Density: medium

Finish: fringes

Origin: Fibres: India - Handloom weaving: India

Hand-spun and handwoven, this scarf has a textured feel.

This wild silk is called peace silk because the silkworms can complete their entire life cycle. The cocoons are harvested only after the moth (Bombyx) has flown away.

Because silkworms feed on different plants in the wild, the silk has natural variations in colour and texture.

It is undyed and slightly textured.

The fabric is ready to dye. It is perfectly suited to natural dyes.

For strong, intense colours, consider mordanting it. It is also advisable to wash it several times (decatise) to remove the natural grease used for spinning.

Care: machine wash on a delicate cycle, or hand wash, max 30° with a mild detergent.