The finest silk fibers, and most of what we use today, are produced by "cultivated" silkworms grown in a controlled environment. The worms are fed a diet of mulberry leaves and increase their body size 10,000 times in their short life span. Once the cocoonis spun and before the worm hatches through the silk into a moth, the cocoon is soaked in hot water then unraveled, producing filaments that can be up to a mile long in size. The raw silk is then processed to remove the sericin - the natural "gum" that protects the fibers and causes them to stick to each other as the cocoon was spun. Silk is a protein fiber, similar to wool or to human hair. It is only natural for silks to have some irregularities –sometimes called "slubs". This is the nature of the 100% silk fabric. Silk that has been processed can be woven or knit into a variety of fabrics. Silk will shrink, so if you are using it to construct clothing, be sure to preshrink it. Silk often has a wonderful feel, (referred to as a "hand"), and an almost iridescent sheen that makes us think of luxury. The weight of silk is shown as "mm" – pronounced "mommy" – and varies within the different types of silk. Some favorite high quality silk fabric include silk satin, silk charmeuse, silk chiffon, silk crepe, silk organza, silk dupion, silk duchess satin, silk georgette, silk habotai, silk tulle, silk taffeta, silk twill and sandwash silk fabric.

Silk dupion fabric / silk dupioni fabric has much more prominent slubs (those crosswise irregularities in texture) and is the thicker of the two materials, almost comparing to the feel of a light or medium weight taffeta. Dupion has an almost rustic look to it in weave only, but the incredible sheen and vibrant colors that silk dupion is known for can render it suitable for prom dresses, bridal gowns (when paired with an appropriate lace), dazzling women's suits, and even baby outfits. Silk dupion fabric is a medium to heavy weight fabric, term derives from the Italian word for double, referring to the silk filament from cocoons that either interlocked or are so cramped that they must be spun together. This produces a tought thread with smaill, irregular slubs. The silk is usually dyed in bright colors and may be woven with an iridescent, two tone color sheen that is created with warp threads of one color and weft threads of another. For ages, silk shantung and dupion fabrics have been accepted as the creme' de la creme' of fashion fabric.

Silk Dupion/Silk Dupioni is relative special item among silk family...

The silk dupion comes from double silkworms... The silk yarn formedis not as smooth as normal silk as quite some slubs would come into being. But this special irregular slun makes dupion special on appearance and handfeel. It looks more "wild and tough", suitable for coating and weddinggowns...

Silk dupion fabric has a lustrous sheen and characteristic small slubs that run horizontally across the fabric. It falls in soft folds when draped and is the most versatile fabric we carry. Not only do many brides choose dupion silk fabric for themselves and their bridesmaids, it is also perfect for blouses, jackets, skirts, handbags and dresses. Be creative with beautiful home decor accents (draperies, swags, pillows and duvet covers).

This very lightweight mesh fabric has 75% mechanical stretch across the grain for added comfort and ease. Silky soft and sheer, it is perfect for creating stylish camisoles, layering tops, dancewear, ruffles, costumes, lingerie and even bathing suit cover ups! This mesh fabric is sewn together at the selvedge, creating a tube. Cut the selvedge to yield two 24'' wide pieces or one 48'' wide piece.

                 ------Predatex Silk Co.,Ltd., a China based company who is exporting only 100% mulberry silk fabric!