Recycled sari silk ribbon - 100g skein

€11,90 EUR

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🔸Recycled silk from Indian saris

🔸Ideal for weaving, textile jewelry, embroidery, floral arrangements, scrapbooking, gift wrapping...

🔸Tape width: 2-4cm

Recycled silk
Shipping 48-72h
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100g skein. Thickness: 2-3cm
Composition: 100% silk strip
Length: approximately 45m per 100g

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This fiber is silky to the touch and very malleable, as well as resistant, making it ideal for use in different textile art techniques.

It also adds a very special touch to small decorative objects such as jewelry, floral arrangements, and even crochet or knitting.

We love this fiber because:

These are repurposed ribbons made from 100% recycled textile remnants of traditional saris. Dyed and handcrafted by women's cooperatives in rural areas, with a guarantee of fair and ethical trade, this work provides additional income to support and improve family income.

Note:

Each batch is hand-dyed, so there may be variations in color and texture from skein to skein, although if you order multiple skeins, we will do our best to ensure they are from the same batch.
The ribbon is not always a continuous length and may have sewn ends, as these pieces are leftover scraps that are repurposed.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Silk

What can I do with the tapes?

They are used in carpet weaving (shaggy, loopy), fashion sewing, embroidery, necklaces, jewelry, gift wrapping, macramé, loom weaving, plastic arts and more.

How thick are the tapes?

Silk ribbons from recycled saris typically range in thickness from 2 to 4 cm. Because they are handmade and made from recycled fabrics, some irregularities in both width and texture are normal. Additionally, there may be slight variations between batches.

Does it come in continuous lengths?

There may be small seams between fragments of the sari, as different strips of fabric are pieced together. Sometimes, a knot can even be found within the skein.

Can they have metallic threads or embroidery?

Yes, some ribbons may contain small amounts of metallic threads or embroidery fragments depending on their origin.

Can they be wet or washed?

It is recommended to always wash them by hand and hang them flat, avoiding the washing machine or drum drying. Do not use essential oils when washing, as they can stain the fibers.

Do silk sari ribbons fade?

Yes, they often release dye when wet due to their hand-dyed construction using direct dyes. It's recommended to soak them several times until the water runs clear.

If I soak the tape to prevent it from fading, will it lose color or intensity?

Not necessarily. Soaking it removes excess dye that didn't set properly, not the main color. In most cases, the tape maintains its hue and saturation. However, if the dyeing is very artisanal or the color is very intense, it may lose some shine after several soaks. Therefore, it's recommended to test on a small piece first.

Do they shrink when washed?

They may shrink slightly when damp, but they recover after drying. For a cleaner finish, you can steam iron them and block them by gently stretching them.