luxurious natural fiber woven from the fibers of silkworm cocoons that come in a variety of textures with finishes. Soft, elegant and strong.
A natural fiber that tends to be expensive and probably the softest material you can put on your bed. In spite of its luxurious and delicate appearance, silk is strong! If the construction is high quality, proper care can ensure your silk bedding will stand the test of time. Take care, silk stains easily.
Fibrous substance produced by the mulberry silk-moth.
A natural fabric from silk worms. It dyes well and has a vibrant color range. It fades easily in sunlight, however, and is best used on beds away from the light, or lined and interlined and protected by a blind if used as window curtains. It can be used for light, elegant upholstery. Until the early 16th century silks had large patterns and were made for specific purposes such as upholstery and wall coverings. The Jacquard loom produced figured silks, and the Industrial Revolution made mass production of silks possible by the mid 19th century. So far, no artificial fiber can match silkís lustrous surface, its draping quality, or its subtle response to light. Not all silk is expensive: simple, plain-colored silks can come within even modest budgets. Take special care with the maintenance of silk curtains or shades; they should always be dry cleaned. Bear in mind that silk will show water marks.
The fine, lustrous fiber produced by certain insect larvae and spiders; especially that produced by a silk worm to form its cocoon. Thread or fabric made from this fiber. A garment made from this fabric. [Middle English selk, probably from Old Slavic selku, from the Greek seres and the Chinese ssu, originally meaning the silk people.
a natural, fine, lustrous fiber obtained from the cocoon of the silkworms larva through a process called sericulture.
The most popular fabric for wedding gowns. It has a beautiful hand (feel), is soft and has a beautiful luster. It is produced by silkworms, primarily in China. Weave types for silk include Dupioni, Duchesse, Peau de Soie.
This fiber is spun from the silkworm's cocoon making it strong, resilient, and elegant
thread or fabric made from the fine, soft, shiny fiber produced by silkworms
Pure silk is made when silkworm larvae produce a protein-like filament. When a silkworm forms its cocoon, it secretes a fluid that is hardened by its own secreted gum. The cocoon is placed in warm water whereby the filament is separated and the gum is removed, once the silk becomes soft. Thereafter, the silk threads are spun into production. The result is a durable and lustrous thread of fibers. It is important to note that not all silk produced from cocoons can be used as fibers; the silk produced by the Bombyx mori is highly usable for making silk. Different types of silkworms yield varying textures of silk, as well. The beauty and fine texture of silk has made it a popular material for creating a variety of unique gifts. Please see our handcrafted Luméseta Silk Pouch and the Saphia Silk Embroidered Pouch as an example of wedding favor pouches handcrafted using 100% luxurious silk fabrics. They are perfect for packaging petite-sized gifts such as silver heart key chains or delicious foil wrapped chocolate gold coins.
Silk is a thread or fiber made from the very fine, soft, lustrous fiber that's produced by a silkworm to make its cocoon.
The fibers spun by silk worms.
Nature's own continuous filament. Produced by the silkworm as a wrapping to protect itself as it changes from caterpillar to moth within the cocoon.
A filament secreted by a silkworm to spin a cocoon as part of its metamorphosis to a moth. The term also refers to the fabric woven from this fiber.
Silk is often used as to add accent colors on high-end wool rugs. These delicate accents can really enhance the look and styling of a rug. Silk has a very soft, luxurious feel to it. Though silk can be used to make an entire rug, it will likely be one of the most expensive
A luxurious fiber created by the silkworm when constructing its cocoon. Produced primarily in China and Japan. Silk is noted for its resiliency, strength and beauty.
A natural fiber that comes in a filament form. Silk is reeled from silkworm cocoons and creates a fine lustrous fabric.
the hardened salivary secretion of certain larvae, mainly of Lepidoptera (butterflies and moths). Silk is composed of two proteins, Fibroin and Sericin, and is secreted in liquid form which hardens into silk threads when exposed to the air.
As one of the finest textiles, silk is a natural filament fibre produced by the silkworm in the construction of its cocoon. It is very strong, yet soft and has a brilliant sheen. It is available in many weights and grades. Douppioni, duchesse, mikado, shantung and zymboline.
A natural filament fiber produced by silk worms when spinning their cocoons.
Silk is a natural fiber produced from the silk worm. First made into beautiful exotic fabrics by the Chinese hundreds of years ago. There are many different types of silk fabrics produced from this fine natural fiber.
a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae
fibers from silkworm cocoons provide threads for knitting
a lightweight fabric with sheen and plain weave
Soft, fine, shiny fiber made from fibers produced by the silkworm.
A coloured square of fine material.
A lustrous, tough, elastic fiber produced by silkworms. Considered a luxury fiber.
A fine, strong fiber produced by the larva of silk worms and silk moths. Noted for its strength and resiliency and takes color very well.
Comes from the cocoon of silkworms. Because it is an expensive fiber, it is less frequently used as a pile material in handmade rugs than wool.
The filaments obtained from the cocoons of various types of silkworms.
a shiny yarn produced by silk worms, which becomes white when de-gummed, the fibre is woven to produce a high quality, very light fabric
A fine fabric made of silk filaments from the well known silkworm's cocoon.
Silk is a natural protein fibre that can be woven into textiles. It is obtained from the cocoon of the silkworm larva, in the process known as sericulture, which kills the larvae.
A natural filament fiber produced by the silkworm in the construction of its cocoon. Most silk is collected from cultivated worms; Tussah silk, or wild silk, is a thicker, shorter fiber produced by worms in their natural habitat. All silk comes from Asia, primarily China.
It is obtained from cocoons of certain species of caterpillars. It is soft and has a brilliant sheen. It is one of the finest textiles. It is also very strong and absorbent.
faced satin - brimming with body, with an antique sheen.
The threads produced by the specialized salivary glands of a caterpillar.
A fine lustrous fiber material that is produced by a moth to create a high quality fabric used in Lingerie and other apparel.
A protein fiber produced in monofilament form by silkworms. Its strength, resilience, and elasticity makes it a popular choice for the contract industry.
Expensive fiber that comes from the cocoon of silkworms.
the very fine fiber produced by the silk moth caterpillar when it makes its cocoon. Silken twine is made from the fibers and this can be woven to make fabrics.
fabric made from the fibre produced by the silkworm in the construction of its cocoon.
Technically, silk is a protein fiber made by a particular type of caterpillar; however, the term also has been used to refer to synthetic fabrics, usually rayon, that imitate the luster of silk and were often marketed as "manmade silk."
the only natural fiber that comes in a filament form, reeled from the cocoon, cultivated or wild
A lustrous, tough elastic fiber produced by silkworms and used for textiles. Soft with a brilliant sheen.
This expensive, lustrous, and fine but strong natural thread is used for the most costly of wedding gowns. Many different weaves are available, which are used for different parts of the gown as they vary in density, suppleness, and sheen. Satin, Organza, Chiffon, Shantung, and Velvet are some examples.
The soft, lustrous fiber obtained as a filament from the cocoon of the silkworm. A gracious fabric with a soft sheen. Fabric is very thin. This fabric is great in window coverings because it retains its shape with little support. Sun rots easily.
A soft material (derived from the thread of the Silk worm) used since Victorian times in clothing and home decor. We use it on our Shades to defuse light and produce a warm glow
The protein filament formed into a cocoon by the larva of the silk moth during the process of sericulture. see Chinese silk English soie French scide German serikon Greek seta Italian sir Korean sericum Latin sutera Malay seda Spanish sheolk Russian See also raw silk.
A very strong, yet soft fabric made from threads produced by silkworms.
A natural fiber produced by silkworms that is revered for its luxuriously soft feel.
Luxurious and strong fabric that is cool in summer and warm in winter.
A strong, luxurious, natural fiber produced by silkworms (primarily in China).
Strictly speaking, silk is a material produced from thread made from the covering of the cocoon of the silkworm. in practice, when a university specifies silk for its gowns and hoods some type of artificial silk material made from synthetic fibres will frequently be used. Silk material is frequently given a ribbed or corded effect.
A long filament produced by various organisms.
A natural fiber from a cocoon of the silkworm. Most silk is collected from cultivated silk worms and woven into fine, yet strong fabric. The natural resilience makes it wrinkle resistant.
Fiber from the silk worm and silk moths. A fine quality luxury fiber that takes color well.
A whitish cloud of fine inclusions in a stone which cause a star or eye ray effect to be reflected off a gem's surface.
A fine lustrous fiber composed mainly of fibroin and produced by certain insect larvae to form cocoons, especially the strong, elastic, fibrous secretion of silkworms used to make thread and fabric.
one of the most luxurious fabrics, can be very pricey.
The fine fiber that silkworms secrete to make cocoons that is then woven into thread and used to make fabric.
Natural animal protein fibre obtained from the cocoons produced by silkworms.
A natural fiber derived from the silk worm. Silk is famous for being soft, smooth and lustrous. Hence the saying, "smooth as silk".
The fine, lustrous fibre produced by certain insect larvae and spiders; especially that produced by a silk worm to form its cocoon. Thiss material can be used for garments or stretched and used as an artists canvas.
Luxury fabric woven from shiny, smooth filaments spun from the cocoons of the silk worm.
A protein fiber made from the cocoon of the silkworm. It has been widely used for centuries to make fabric, yarn, or thread. The quality usually depends on the length of the filaments, defects, and type of weave used. Silk takes color easily with a wide range of dyes and processes.
Postcards where silk fabric is applied to the design, or the total image is printed on silk fabric, then attached to a postcard back.
A beautiful fabric made from the fibres produced by the silk worm. Care needs to be taken when using silk as the fibres eventually rot when subjected to direct sunlight.
A fine, softly lustered fabric made from the silk filaments of the silkworm's cocoon.
Silk is a natural protein fiber produced from the cocoon of wild or cultivated silkworms.
A very smooth, fine cloth made from the natural fiber that is produced by a kind of moth.
Known as one of the finest textiles, silk is strong, soft, absorbent, and has a brilliant sheen. It is the only natural fiber to come in a filament form from silkworms.
Obtained from the cocoon of silkworm, silk is a natural protein fiber that can be woven into textiles. The shimmering appearance for which silk is prized comes from the fiber.s triangular, prism-like structure, which allows silk cloth to refract incoming light at different angles. For centuries, silk has been coveted for its fine hand and fluid drape.
a garment made of silk; a distinctive gown worn by a King's or Queen's Counsel; [Plural] the colored cap and blouse of a jockey or harness horse driver made in the registered racing color of the employing stable. Thread, yarn, or fabric made from silk filaments.
A natural fiber derived from the silk worm. Admirable characteristics: soft, smooth hand, lustrous, color-fast and somewhat abrasion resistant.
a natural fiber reeled from the cocoon of a silk worm
Silk is a "natural" protein fiber, some forms of which can be woven into textiles. The best-known type of silk is obtained from cocoons made by the larvae of the silkworm Bombyx mori reared in captivity (sericulture). The shimmering appearance for which silk is prized comes from the fibres' triangular prism-like structure which allows silk cloth to refract incoming light at different angles.