What is recycled sari silk ribbon?

This ribbon is a by-product of the colourful saris manufactured in India. The waste ends from silk sari production are collected and joined together to form a continuous length of bright coloured silk ribbon. It is ideal for knitting, embellishing your felting projects and for weaving.

What do you do with recycled silk yarn?

This yarn is wonderful for knit/crochet purses, scarves, hats, and bags. Use this yarn in weaving projects to produce high-quality beautiful rugs and tapestries. This yarn has many craft uses and is a favorite among our community. Recycled silk yarn is the by-product of colorful saris that women wear in South Asia.

What is recycled silk?

As the name implies, recycled silk yarn is made from recycled silk, more specifically the waste silk from industrial weaving mills in India (the silk is mostly used to make saris). The yarn is hand-spun in Nepal and India, giving women there a way to work and earn money.

What is sari silk fabric?

Silk Sari Ribbons consist of thin strips of mainly silk material stitched or knotted together in 1 length. They come in skeins of approximately 100 grams each and, as the type, weight and width of the silk used vary, lengths are typically 20 to 30 metres.

What kind of material is Sari silk ribbon made of?

Sari Silk Ribbon is made from 100% Sari Silk material. It’s often called “Recycled Sari Silk Yarn”, but don’t let that fool you!

What can you do with Sari silk yarn?

Sari Silk Ribbon is not only a beautiful fiber, but it has a fascinating story behind it’s origin as well. It can be used in so many different projects, from classic fiber work such as knit and crochet, to trendy DIY projects and jewelry making. The Sari, or often called Saree, is a traditional garment worn by women throughout India.

What can you do with a sari ribbon?

Sari Ribbon can be used for anything and everything, from traditional knit, crochet, and weaving projects to jewelry making, gift wrapping, mixed media art and even floral arrangements.

Can You Wash Sari silk in a dryer?

Be sure to always handwash your ribbon, and lay it flat to dry! It is a natural, delicate fiber, and putting it in a washing machine and/or dryer will compromise its integrity. Also, avoid using essential oils during the wash process, as it will stain the fiber. Note: Sometimes Sari Silk Ribbon will smell when you first get it.