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Lustrous and Shiny Silks

Charmeuse Satin in three weights

Charmeuse Satin - Light Weight

Charmeuse, undyed

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This is a standard fabric for the garment industry, used for blouses, lingerie, and scarves. The fabric is medium lightweight (12.5 mm). Shiny satin on one side and matte crepe on the other. Woven from conventionally raised silk that has been reeled from the cocoon -- only reeled silk can make this lustrous satin.

 

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1-4 yards

Natural white (undyed)

$12/yard

5+ yards

Natural white (undyed)

$10/yard

3" x 3 " Sample

Natural white (undyed)

$2

Note: The amount of shipping charged for fabric samples will be refunded when we process your order.

 

Charmeuse Satin - Medium Weight

Raised and woven in India, this is a medium weight 16 momme satin. The drape is wonderful and the fabric is thick enough to be opaque even in undyed white.

 

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1-4 yards

Natural white (undyed)

$18/yard

5+ yards

Natural white (undyed)

$16/yard

3" x 3 " Sample

Natural white (undyed)

$2

Note: The amount of shipping charged for fabric samples will be refunded when we process your order.

 

This is the satin that Cheryl has chosen to Naturally Dye the following Artisan Colours:

Ruby
Peace Indigo Blue

Indigo Naturally Dyed Charmeuse Satin Silk

Black - soon!

Charmeuse Satin - Medium Heavy Weight

Soft and drapey and substantial. 19 momme.

To order multiple yards, update quantity in shopping cart

1-4 yards

Natural white (undyed)

$16/yard

5+ yards

Natural white (undyed)

$14/yard

3" x 3 " Sample

Natural white (undyed)

$2

Note: The amount of shipping charged for fabric samples will be refunded when we process your order.

 


 

Fabric Information

  • Fibre content: 100% natural, cultivated silk, reeled filament.
  • Source: China or India, as noted
  • Width: 44"
  • Weight per linear yard: 12.5 mm = 1 oz; 16 mm = 1.8 oz; 19 mm = 2.1 oz (weights are approximate)
  • Commonly used for: Dresses, blouses, lingerie, scarves, drapes
  • Weft (width) shrinkage: minimal
  • Warp (length) shrinkage: ~ 2%
  • Recommended care: Machine wash: gentle cycle, warm water, mild soap.  Tumble dry on low heat.  For smoothest finish, iron from barely damp state on "wrong" side of fabric.