Handwoven Eri Silk Shawl / Stole from Assam , India
It has natural dyed eri silk in the warp and weft and all motifs are in natural dyed eri silk . The brown colour is due to the presence of tea dye .
The Eri silk used here are mill spun eri silk yarns in the warp and handspun yarns in the weft. . Because of mill spun yarns , the texture is smoother and uniform . The blend of mill spun yarns and hand spun yarns gives these textiles very unique texture . The textile has further gone through the process of calendaring that smoothens the unevenness of the piece. Hence the shawl has a soft texture and fall .
Eri silk is procured from the caterpillar Samia Cynthia Ricini and is found in the north eastern state of Assam and nearby region.
Eri Silk inherently does not have any bright sheen as it is always spun silk . It always has a very subtle sheen . It looks and drapes like cotton but has all the inherent silk properties.
Eri Silk is easier to take care of than other more delicate silks like Mulberry Silks. If properly taken care of and stored in cool and dry place , It will last a lifetime.
The production of Eri Silk yarns are still majorly an indigenous activity of the tribal people of the region and the dyeing / weaving activities are mostly village activities that employs a large no of women from the villages.
Eri Silk also has anti fungal properties , hence ideal for anyone who has skin allergies.
Please note that there could be slight imperfections as these are handloom products.
Suitable only for mild winters or indoor settings in heavy winter regions.
The actual product colour may differ slightly from the image due to photography issues.
Length - 210 CM Appx
Width - 75 CM Appx
Wash Care - Can hand wash . Wash separately . Use mild shampoo or neutral detergent to wash . Do not wring . Shade dry .
Shipping - 5-7 Business Days
