Silk Curtains

May 8, 2010  |  Posted by admin  

Silk Curtains

Silk Curtains

Thai Silk: It's the Best for a Reason

When you brush a piece of Thai silk against your face, your senses will purr with the softness of this most unique and popular fabric. Some silk producers rely on heavy machinery and an assembly line to produce the silk products you see today. In Thailand, the tradition of silk production is marked by many years of hard-earned pride, skill and style. Hand woven silk products offer a quality that is much better and of a higher standard to items created through machines.

Silk: The Legend

Legend has it that the Empress Si Ling Chi of China was the first to discover silk. It is said that while she sipped a cup of tea underneath a mulberry tree, a cocoon fell from above and into her teacup. As she tried to extract the cocoon from her cup, a very fine thread began to unravel from the pod. Soon, silk was regarded as a status symbol and kept a secret for many years. It was also a crime to even pass on silkworm eggs or cocoons for fear that their treasured thread would be revealed. Although evidence supports silk cloth production during the ancient times of Thailand, it is still a little hazy on how it came to be.

Thai Silk

The most respected reputation in silk production has been earned by Thailand, which is known for producing the finest silk in the world. Although other countries, such as Italy and China also produce silk, Thai silk is rather distinct and highly impressive. The hand woven silk from Thailand feels fine to the touch, yet still retains an earthy quality. Throughout the years, Thais have perfected a number of weaving techniques and processes, which produce a variety of weights, patterns and designs.

Silk Production Process

The process of hand woven silk production is one that requires patience. A weaver usually has the capacity to create close to only four meters of material in one day of work. With that piece of information, you should definitely value your authentic silk products even more! First, the raw silk yarn is extracted from the silk cocoon. It is then prepared for a dye job. The yarn is then treated, boiled and eventually dyed. Once dying is complete, the silk yarn is then dried before it is spun on wooden spindles. The weaving of the silk yarn is the final step. Depending on where the silk was produced, you will encounter a wide-range of styles and colors, such as the iridescent variety from Korat or Surin.

The Many Uses For Thai Silk

Although silk is often connected to clothing, there are many different uses for Thai silk you probably weren’t even aware of. For starters, it is highly unlikely that you’ve ever tied the material to the clothing worn by astronauts. It is also used to produce carpets, sewing thread, typewriter ribbons, as well as fishing lines. Let’s not forget all of the wonderful places you will encounter silk on the home front. Silk table sheets for the dining room add softness to the room. Many bedrooms display a silk bed spread, blanket, sheets or matching pillows. Silk curtains and other home accessories can really add flair to any room in the home.

How to Care For Your Silk Products

When you want to ensure the life of your silk product, you should know how to properly take care of this type of material. To clean your silk products, they should be hand washed. For a colorful cloth, it is suggested to soak in salt water for the first cleaning. When ironing, the setting should be warm.

Interesting Facts About Silk Production

1) Did you know that the silkworm isn’t really a worm at all, but is actually a caterpillar?

2) Did you know that one cocoon holds a single fiber measuring 500 meters long?

3) Did you know that the natural color of the silk fiber from Thailand silkworms is gold?

Thai silk is something that can be enjoyed by all and if taken care of, it can last more than a hundred years. There's a reason why: its the only silk still hand pressed and its beauty and texture is recognized for this reason.

Hookless Fabric 71-Inch by 74-Inch Shower Curtain, Meditation Faux Silk Design
Hookless Fabric 71-Inch by 74-Inch Shower Curtain, Meditation Faux Silk Design
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This Hookless shower curtain is designed for easy installation, attractiveness, and utility. The curtain installs in seconds by popping the patented Flex-Rings onto a shower rod. There are no additional hooks or rings to buy or struggle with, and the rod does not have to be removed to install the curtain. The fabric curtain includes a snap in liner that can be removed easily to be cleaned. The curtain works with any shower rod, and it stacks neatly when pushed to one side or the other to keep the bathroom tidy looking. The curtain has a special anti-microbial treatment that resists mold and mildew. It measures 71 by 74 inches and has a Meditation Faux Silk design.

Features

  • Hookless - Flex on rings pop over the rod. No hardware needed
  • Hangs in 10 seconds, easy to wash and rehang
  • Fabric curtain comes complete with snap in liner; Replacement liners available
  • Meditation Faux Silk design fabric curtain
  • Does not require the shower rod to be taken down to install
Faux Silk Stripe Lined Curtain Panel - 42 in. W x 84 in. L
Faux Silk Stripe Lined Curtain Panel - 42 in. W x 84 in. L
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Faux Silk Stripe 84 Inch Lined Curtain Panel - Burgundy (NEW in original packaging)Stripes are nice, and nothing will look nicer in your home than these richly detailed Faux Silk Stripe lined window panels. The panel features a graduated, vertical stripe design in shades of burgundy, olive green and gold on a horizontal slubbed background; the fabric emulates silk with a subtle background sheen. The single rod pocket panel measures 42 inches wide by 84 inches long, perfect for covering a standard size window; purchase extra panels to cover wider windows or add fullness. The panel features a wide, three-inch rod pocket to accommodate today's decorative drapery hardware and is constructed of an easy-care, 100% polyester fabric and is machine washable; lining is also 100% polyester. The Faux Silk Stripe panel sells for $24.99 in upscale department stores and better specialty chains! One 84-inch Panel: 42 in. W x 84 in. L 3 in. rod pocketPanel:100% PolyesterLining: 100% PolyesterMachine washable Made in China

Features

  • Lined faux silk panel features vertical stripes in rich shades of burgundy, olive green and gold.
  • Each panel measures 42 in. wide x 84 in. long.
  • Easy-care, machine washable - 100% polyester fabric.

"TRIBECA" FAUX SILK GROMMET TOP CURTAINS - 84" LONG, Crimson Red
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NEW "TRIBECA" FAUX SILK GROMMET TOP CURTAINS 1 new magnificent faux silk grommet top curtain panel. An inexpensive alternative to genuine silk curtains Large grommets for easy installation on your rod The grommets are antique brass Machine washable 100% polyester Each panel is 56" wide x 84" long Please remember to allow for fullness, you need twice as much curtain as the size of your window

Features

  • "TRIBECA" FAUX SILK GROMMET TOP CURTAINS
  • Each panel is 56" wide x 84" long
  • Each panel is sold separately (the picture shows 2 panels)
Stylemaster Tribecca Faux Silk Grommet 56-Inch by 84-Inch Window Panel, Sand
Stylemaster Tribecca Faux Silk Grommet 56-Inch by 84-Inch Window Panel, Sand
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Tribecca Faux Silk Grommet Window Panel 56 by 63 Inches, is a beautiful textured faux silk solid color panel. Each panel has 8 designer metal grommets. The fabric is an each care machine washable 100% polyester slub fabric. It is available in oversized 56-inch width and in three lengths of 63-inch, 84-inch and 95-inch and the fashion colors of cobalt, crimson, emerald, expresso and sand.

Features

  • Faux silk fabric panel
  • 39 Large Metal Grommets
  • Oversized 56-inch width
  • Comes in 63-inch, 84-inch and 95-inch lengths
  • Comes in cobalt, crimson, emerald, expresso, and sand
Rain Forest Faux Silk Curtains & Drapes
Rain Forest Faux Silk Curtains & Drapes
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Floral Embroidered Faux Silk Window Curtain Drapery in Rich Colors
Floral Embroidered Faux Silk Window Curtain Drapery in Rich Colors
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Alesandra Floral Embroidered 84 Inch Faux Silk Curtain Panel - Gold (NEW in original packaging)Exotic Eastern embroidery meets sophisticated Western styling in this exquisite Alesandra tailored window panel. The panel is constructed of a solid textured fabric with a hint of shimmer, shown here in a fashion-forward gold hue. A large vine and floral embroidered motif accents the lower left and upper right corners of the panel. The single rod pocket panel measures 44 inches wide by 84 inches long, the perfect size for covering a standard window; purchase extra panels to cover wider windows or add fullness. The panel features a wide, three-inch rod pocket to accommodate today's decorative drapery hardware and is constructed of an easy-care, 100% polyester fabric; the panel is machine washable. The Alesandra embroidered window panel sells for $29.99 in better specialty shops and fine department stores! Please note: Drapery clip rings and decorative rod shown are not included. One 84-inch Panel: 44 in. W x 84 in. L 3-inch rod pocketPanel:100% PolyesterMachine washable Made in China

Features

  • Solid faux silk window panel in a warm gold color with floral embroidery.
  • Each panel measures 44 in. wide x 84 in. long and is machine washable.
  • Drapery clip rings and decorative rod are not included.
Silver Silk Organza Sheer Curtains & Panels
Silver Silk Organza Sheer Curtains & Panels
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Exclusive Dublin Stripe Faux Silk Taffeta Curtains & Drapes
Exclusive Dublin Stripe Faux Silk Taffeta Curtains & Drapes
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Jaffa Burnished Italian Embroidered Cotton Silk Curtains & Drapes
Jaffa Burnished Italian Embroidered Cotton Silk Curtains & Drapes
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Exclusive Birch Faux Taffeta Silk Curtains & Drapes
Exclusive Birch Faux Taffeta Silk Curtains & Drapes
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