Handwoven Eri Silk Scarf / Stole from Assam , India
It has natural dyed eri silk in the warp and weft and all motifs are in ghicha silk and eri silk.
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 .
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.
These scarves have not gone through any other additional finishing like calendaring . Hence , they have a slightly coarse and dry texture which is natural to textiles woven from eri silk yarns.
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 - 200 CM Appx
Width - 65 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
