Learn about types of silk fabric and what sets each one apart. Our silk fabric guide gives you a full overview of names, characteristics, and uses.
How well do you know your silk fabrics? Dupioni, serge, habotai… don’t be dismayed if it sounds like the roster of some pirate ship to you. We’ll help clear away some of the mystery and explain the types of silk fabric and what sets them apart. We’ll cover terminology, characteristics, tricks and tips for sewing, and which projects call for which fabrics. No two silks are the same.
Sartor - Period Textiles
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Sartor - Period Textiles
One of our finest silk fabrics, this chiffon is airy and light with a graceful drape. A diaphanous fabric made of genuine mulberry silk in apricot
Silk chiffon, apricot
Types of silk fabric - SARTOR BOHEMIA
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willfully drape linen 3 piece PT set up