Peduncle Silk, Hand-spun Yarn Giant Marigolds Using a 3000-year-old resist technique

Using a 3000-year-old resist technique that originated in Nantong

Dyeing with the extract: Use at 10-15% WOF for a medium depth of shade

and then dipped in an indigo vat

and silkworm farmers transport you into their homes and villages to get an up-close look at the intimate connection to the skill

Peduncle Silk, Hand-spun Yarn Giant Marigolds Using a 3000-year-old resist techniquePeduncle silk yarn comes from the silk "stem" that attaches the wild tussah silk cocoon to a branch. The caterpillar will first spin this "stem" before spinning its cocoon. The skeins range in weight from 2. 125 ounces to 4 ounces and are priced accordingly. This yarn is handspun and requires a little extra care when handling. It is a single ply and will give a unique texture to your woven or knitted project. It could be plyed with a complimentary