Eri Silk Plain Weave: Organic and Naturally Dyed with Onion Peel

This exceptional fabric is naturally hand-dyed with Onion peel on organic Eri silk yarns, offering a unique blend of heavyweight resilience and lightweight comfort. With its silk-like elegance and cotton-like texture, this Eri silk fabric stands apart in both feel and style. Historically cherished as a vital element of Assamese bridal trousseaus, Eri silk is not only a symbol of heritage but also a treasured heirloom, passed down through generations.

Dye Used: Onion skins, a byproduct of agriculture, have been utilized for thousands of years as a natural dye source. Rich in colorants, these skins can be easily extracted to produce dyes that are both environmentally friendly and sustainable. The dyeing process using dry onion skins is not only cost-effective but also minimizes environmental impact. Depending on the type of onion and its growing conditions, the dyes can range from a range of colors from yellow to orange with yellow skins, to green and brown with red skins, offering a diverse palette for natural textile materials.

Key features:

• Medium fine-density fabric is suitable for all clothing purposes.
• Handwoven in manual throw shuttle loom with zero electricity consumption
• Any minor irregularities or variations in the texture and color of the fabric are intrinsic to the process of creating handmade products. This additionally enhances the fabric's appeal and distinguishes it, giving it a unique identity compared to other fabrics. 

Specifications

• Composition - 100% Organic Silk (Base and Motif)
• Width – 39-40 inches / 99-101.6 cm
• Fabric type – Woven
• Pattern – Plain Weave;  Extra Weft technique
• Transparency – 1-2%
• Shrinkage – 0%

Wash & Care Instruction

• One must be aware that all-natural dyed fabrics are prone to bleeding in the first 2-3 washes.
• Hand wash in cold water using gentle soap (Ivory soap recommended). Do not use bleach or harsh chemicals. 
• Dry Clean your Eri fabrics to prevent color fastness.
• Dry in the shade; Do not expose it to direct sunlight
• Ironing – Iron in medium to low heat
• To increase longevity, fold the fabrics and wrap it in old dhotis or any soft fabric for storage.

 Applications

• Apparel; Home Furnishing