100% Organically Grown Hemp
Rustique, or Nepali, Hemp = THE BEST!
A truly one of a kind fabric to be loved for generations. Extremely durable! Cheryl has searched the entire world for this quality fabric.
"This is now the only hemp which I will carry, as it is the only hemp still available that is still really true textile hemp." - Cheryl Kolander, who IS Aurora Silk
In addition to the fabric, the yarn from which it is woven is available. All wildcrafted, hand processed, line fibre, handspun and handwoven.
TO LEARN ALL ABOUT HEMP read Cheryl's book "Hemp! for Textile Artists!"
OTHER HEMP FABRICS, formerly available:
The following fabrics are still listed for historical purposes. This quality hemp is no longer being produced. As far as I can find, all hemp being produced now is being grown for hemp seed. The fibre is a bi-product and is not good quality, being over mature before harvest. It is then over retted in a process called "cottonizing" so it can be spun on cotton equipment. It seems soft so is accepted by the buyer, who does not realize that it may carry the name "hemp" but it will not wear well, like true hemp, which is tough, durable and will last for generations.
Fine Fawn Hemp SOLD OUT
A natural, unbleached lightweight hemp. Soft and durable.
Buttercream Hemp SOLD OUT
A bleached version of the Fine Fawn Hemp. Very durable, yet lightweight and soft.
Herringbone Hemp SOLD OUT
Thick and durable, yet flexible. Natural beige color.
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