Mayfair Stripe Silk Woven

Mayfair Stripe Silk WovenStriped silk taffeta with narrow 1 8" crosswise stripes in black and jewel toned turquoise. I would probably cut this on the cross grain so the stripes yarns run vertically, but you could also cut on the lengthwise grain or bias. Lightweight, silky smooth, and lightly crisp with a malleable hand and airy drape. Dress it up or down, make a dress, shirt, skirt, vest, duster coat, or sculptural airy pants. Marcy says, 'I sometimes toss silk taffeta in

Striped silk taffeta with narrow 1/8" crosswise stripes in black and jewel-toned turquoise. I would probably cut this on the cross-grain so the stripes/yarns run vertically, but you could also cut on the lengthwise grain or bias. Lightweight, silky smooth, and lightly crisp with a malleable hand and airy drape. Dress it up or down, make a dress, shirt, skirt, vest, duster coat, or sculptural airy pants.

Marcy says, 'I sometimes toss silk taffeta in the washer/dryer, which makes it a bit more cotton-y. This kicks back the silky shine and creates lovely all-over crinkles. I take it out of the dryer when it is just a bit damp, smooth it out, and give a light press. You can then sew and press as usual, and it will retain the soft crinkles. Always test a swatch first to be sure you like the results. After sewing, hand launder or machine wash gentle, while damp, pull out and smooth the edges, then touch up press - do not put it in the dryer again once the garment is sewn.'

India
silk
54"