Eri Silk Plain Weave: Organic and Naturally Dyed with Tea

This exceptional fabric is naturally hand-dyed with Jamun (Java Plum) 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: Naturally dyed textiles with tea involve using brewed tea to impart colors ranging from soft beige to rich brown on fabrics. Tea dyeing is valued for its sustainability, as it utilizes a common waste product and avoids synthetic chemicals, making it an environmentally friendly choice.

Key features:

• Medium fine-density fabric 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