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The cool luxurious feel of certain fabrics against your skin is something that cannot be replicated. Silk has long been a staple and status of luxury. For thousands of years only the most elite were able to afford this rare commodity. It may have been harvested by simple farmers but it had a tremendous impact on the trading world. As precious as gold and spices were, the demand for silk was even more.

This creation of nature is still sought after today. Yes, the availability has increased but pure silk is something that is still a valuable commodity. This article will let you know about silks unique history and how it helped shape the world of fashion today. You may just find out something that you did not know.

When was silk first discovered?

Silks were discovered between 6000 and 3000 BC by the Chinese. The empress Xi Ling-Shi was the first to develop the silks into fabrics. But the rarity of silks meant that only the royalty had access to this precious fabric.

Gradually through gifts and trade the silks made their way to various other parts of Asia. From Asia it was a simple matter of traders taking the silk fabric with them throughout the rest of the known world. For many centuries the Emperors of China hoarded the secret of cultivating the silkmoths in captivity. There is countless recordings or digs in which silks were discovered from around the world.

What types of clothing can be made from silk?

Any type of clothing can be made from silks. The key is not using just one strand though. Spinners have to combine several strands of silk in order to make a tough enough fiber to withstand the weaving process. Fabrics that are made from very thin silks can easily tear or rip apart. But to answer the question, you can find silken fabrics to make anything from.

If you want a pair of socks…there are certainly manufacturers out there that can provide you with them. It is more common to find silks being woven into typical clothing items such as dresses, pants or shirts. The smooth quality of the fabric combined with its luster gives it a great appeal to virtually everyone.

Who was the first person to mass produce silk?

There really is not one single person who is written down in history as the first to mass produce silks. History does credit the Chinese for holding the majority of the market even up to this day. True mass production of silks did not come until the Industrial Revolution. Thanks to new weaving methods and machinery, more silken fabric could be produced. The Jacquard loom helped make silk embroidery easier and less expensive.

How does silk come in so many colors?

Silks are just like any other fiber that is woven. It can be dyed to any color that the manufacturer wants. There is a process though. First the fabric must be bleached to remove the natural yellow tint that comes from the raw silks. After it has been bleached out, dyes can be added in to reach the desired shade for the finished product.

Quality silks will be dyed in a way so that you do not have to worry about bleeding or color run-off. In the past when the dying process was done by hand, the colors were fairly limited with what could be dyed naturally. With today’s chemicals and varying shades of hues, a silken fabric can be transformed into a multitude of colors.

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Hand-dyed Silk Scarf (India) $27.99 Product Features:*Show off your unique style with these hand-dyed scarves *Hand-loomed 100-percent silk scarves feature vibrant colors *Stylish accessory combines the tradition of centuries with the modern advantages *Silk is hand-loomed to specification *Focal pattern and edges are hand-dyed by local artisans *Rolled edges are finished on a single machine Story Behind the Art:Each piece is crafted by hand in a small shop in India. The silk is first hand-loomed and dyed to specification. Then each piece is Hand-painted by a local artisan. The result is a unique piece of wearable art in rich, warm colors. The piece is finished by rolling the edges on individual machines.What is Worldstock?The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.Imported Please allow 10 business days for the product to leave our warehouse and to receive tracking information. You should expect to receive this item within 15 business days. Earth Friendly

Hand-Dyed Quilts $10.57 Expanding creative horizons, this colorful and inspiring guide takes the popular craft of quilting and elevates it to an art form with stunning visual appeal. It outlines a technique for hand dying that uses no powdered dyes, no caustic chemicals, and no rinsing: just color, visual texture, and immediate gratification. With a variety of easy methods–including solid dying, shading, tie dying, folding, drip painting, and masking–quilters will soon be on their way to making colorful quilts and wall hangings, table runners, placemats, pot holders, trivets, pincushions, and pillows. The 20 projects and patterns are simple enough for the beginner, yet engaging enough to thrill the more advanced.

Hand Applique? With Embroidery $16.4 Go beyond basic applique to award-winning results! For years lovely quilts have been made using traditional applique, but what takes a quilt from beautiful to extraordinary? Elevate basic applique with embroidery embellishment techniques and attention to detail to enhance the ”wow” factor of any quilt. In addition to explicit fine applique techniques, judicious use of beads and sequins is explained, as is fabric choice. Special attention is paid to thread selection. Through three gradually more challenging learning projects, Sandra’’s specific instructions on using layering techniques and 13 embroidery stitches lead to the creation of the charming TEA WITH MISS D wall quilt. After mastering these skills, any of the design elements in these four projects may be combined in an heirloom or award-winning piece of the quilter’’s choice.

Sugar Rush 6-color Hand-dyed Buttons $4.69 Perfect for any crafting project, these hand-dyed button embellishments will brighten any craft. This is a case of 66 buttons in six colors.*Includes 66 buttons *Sugar Rush color option *Opaque and clear styling *Hand-dyed craftsmanship

Hemp Fabric Shoulder Bag – Embroidery W04S65F $33.99 Our Hand Embroidered Hemp Fabric Shoulder Bag is made out of 100% hemp and made in Nepal. Bag measures 11 inches deep and 11 inches wide with 3 inches thick and is featured with strap closure. Front side of bag features beautifully woven hand embroidery including 2 small mirrors and back side contains one zippered opening. Bag is opened and closed with velcrorized opening and it is fully lined inside. Top of bag is accented with 2 shoulder straps which measure 12 inches high and 1 inch wide. This hemp bag is very stylish bag especially with this featured colorful embroidery. Made of 100% hemp. skn 14-338. Bag measures 11 inches deep, 11 inches wide and 3 inches thick with velcrorized strap closure. Front side has hand embroiderey including mirror, also back side has one zippered purse. Fully lined inside. One pocket inside. Shoulder strap mesures 12 inches high, 1 inch wide. Thick, soft and cool material. Hand wash only. Available in embroidery, paneled and tie dyed. Made in Nepal

The Knitter’s Guide to Hand-dyed and Variegated Yarn $13.38 Cast on for your next variegated yarn project with new skills and renewed confidence Do you covet the gorgeous colors of multicolored yarn but have been disappointed by patching, pooling, and other unintended designs that develop as they”re knitted? In The Knitter’’s Guide to Hand-Dyed and Variegated Yarn, hand-dyed yarn guru Lorna Miser transforms the experience of working with these beautiful yarns, whether they”ve been dyed by hand or commercially produced. This informative stitch dictionary includes 10 simple, accessible techniques, 65 stitch patterns, and 20 projects that make the most of the dazzling color combinations and creative possibilities that variegated yarns have to offer.

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Creative Recycling in Embroidery $11.17 Recycling is a hot trend in embroidery, and this is the best book available on the subject. Covering both hand and machine stitching, it reconsiders embroidery by utilizing salvaged material-from fabric, paper, dried flowers, and tree bark, to metal waste, plastic, broken jewelry, and personal souvenirs. Along with the practical instruction, there’’s advice on how recycled items can add personal meaning to a piece of embroidery. Projects range from a cushion to a concertina book, and present innovative ways to use the latest miracle materials like Aquabond and fusible synthetic fibers.

Simple Silk Ribbon Embroidery by Machine $16.91 Use any sewing machine to create intricate silk ribbon embroidery that looks hand-stitched- without tedious handwork

By Hand $15.52 Available now in a paperback edition, our critically acclaimed By Hand features the work of thirty-two artists whose innovative and unexpected uses of handicraft techniques such as embroidery, sewing, knitting, and crocheting are making the age-old craft versus art debate obsolete. From Kiki Smith’’s lovingly etched birds, to Barb Hunt’’s knitted land mines to dynamo-ville’’s one-of-a-kind puppets, to Evil Twin’’s handstitched publications, the artworks in By Hand revel in the care and consideration of craft.

Step-by-Step Embroidery Stitches $6.43 From traditional hand stitching to innovative machine embroidery, this book covers all the skills and information you need to become a proficient embroiderer. For beginners, a visual dictionary of hand embroidery stitches shows you all you need to know to get started, and provides a valuable reference guide for those with more experience. With inspirational examples of contemporary and traditional work, and over 300 specially-commissioned color illustrations and photographs, this book provides all the basic information you need to master each skill with confidence and produce professional, accurate results you can be proud of.

Hand Embroidery Pattern: Garden Design – Limited Time 20% Off Sale! Price shown reflects discount. $2.6 A hand embroidery pattern of a garden design. Finished stitches are made by using embroidery stitching tool 3-ply needle and No. 25 embroidery thread. An iron-on pattern transfer for fabrics. Includes instruction manual.

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Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Techniques $16.31 An introduction to the most popular hand embroidery techniques. Provides information on setting up pieces of embroidery, such as selecting the design, fabric and threads. Features 16 projects with step-by-step instructions which provide a range of designs from contemporary to historical. Each project is illustrated.

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Hand Dyed 3 Strand Floss Designer Set 29 Yards 12/Pkg – Forest Canvas $39.99 Beautiful vintage solids specially hand-dyed through slow gradual coloring of partial skeins. Each color comes in three shades to achieve excellent depth-dimension effects. To give your project a primitive look tea-dye it when finished-floss is colorfast! Some retailers sell the designer sets as single sale collections others allow consumers to select balls for purchase within the sets. The sug…

Hand Dyed 3 Strand Floss – in your choice of colors Beautiful vintage solids specially hand-dyed through slow gradual coloring of partial skeins. Each color comes in three shades to achieve excellent depth-dimension effects. To give your project a tea-dye primitive look, when finished. Colors do not run….

Hand Dyed 3 Strand Floss – in your choice of colors Beautiful vintage solids specially hand-dyed through slow gradual coloring of partial skeins. Each color comes in three shades to achieve excellent depth-dimension effects. To give your project a tea-dye primitive look, when finished. Colors do not run….

The Art of Embroidered Flowers $14.81 Using painted and dyed backgrounds, and hand and machine embroidery, this guide presents a wonderful variety of 3-D landscape and flower embroideries. A number of techniques are employed when applying colour to the fabric including batik, salt dis…