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Duchesse silk satin – cream, seconds, , 0.5m
Product code 101-66-0045-DR (1)
A heavy, pure silk satin in cream with a matte shine for a truly luxurious look. Fantastic fabric for wedding dresses and evening gowns, corsets, skirts, and jackets
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Basic parameters
| Shade: | cream |
| Defect type: | stains |
| Material: | 100% silk |
| Width (cm): |
138 cm
The useable width you can actually sew with, not including selvedge. |
| Width (inches): | 44 ″ |
| Weight (mm): | 30 mm |
| Weight (gsm): | 130 gsm |
| Weight (oz): | 3.8 oz |
| Minimum order: | 0.2 pcs |
| Care: | |
| Availability: | while supplies last |
| Manufacturer / Supplier |
Manufacturer SARTOR BOHEMIA s.r.o. Na Perstyne 1, 11000 Prague, Czech republic info@sartorbohemia.com www.sartorbohemia.com Sartor Bohemia |
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Defective Fabric Remnant
This fabric remnant may have a small flaw such as a stain, tiny hole, or weaving irregularity. If the type of defect is known, it is stated in the product description. We offer a generous discounts because we do not photograph the defects or provide details about their size or placement – purchasing this remnant is therefore a bit of a “lucky dip.” You may receive a piece where the flaw is barely visible, or one where it is more noticeable. By purchasing, you acknowledge and accept this uncertainty.
Defective remnants cannot be returned or claimed due to the listed flaws.
Duchesse satin (also known as bridal satin) is the beauty queen of silk fabrics. It is a perennial favorite for bridal and evening gowns but is also a knock-out in cocktail dresses, corsets, skirts, and jackets. Duchesse is a sturdy, tightly woven fabric with a lustrous, pearly shine (the back is matte) that holds its form beautifully.
This cream duchesse is stiffer lengthwise than crosswise. Arranging your pattern pieces lengthwise will make a sturdier garment while laying your pieces crosswise will give you more drape.
This fabric is a perfect match for demanding, fantastic creations and as a backdrop for embroidery. If you are looking for something with more drape, choose from among our regular satins.
With its unique qualities, silk duchesse can make a simple, full skirt into an event. It is so popular for bridal fashions that it is sometimes called bridal satin. Take it up a notch by combining with satin organza, chiffon, lace, or tulle.
Care
We recommend dry cleaning this fabric at a reliable dry cleaner. In our tests of how to wash silk this fabric stood up to gentle hand washing but lost some of its stiffness. If you risk hand washing, use lukewarm water and a delicate detergent for woolens; do not wring or squeeze dry; block dry on a flat surface. Dry iron on the back on the lowest setting. Avoid water droplets.
FAQ
Do you sell genuine, natural silk?
Yes. Silk is our specialty. All fabrics marked as "silk" in our shop are always made of natural silk. You can rely on the fact that is always natural mulberry silk unless we say otherwise. If it is a different type of natural silk (e.g., wild silk), we will say so. We describe the many types of natural silk in full detail in our post on types of silk.
Can silk be washed?
Washing is generally not recommended for silk – it belongs at the dry cleaners. However, as our big silk wash test has shown, some types of silk fabrics can stand up to a gentle wash program or hand washing without harm if you follow the procedure described. That said, wash silk at your own risk. We definitely recommend testing in advance on a small sample of the fabric – because silk is a natural material it's not 100% predictable. Never use an ordinary laundry detergent – use a special detergent for wool and silk or, if there's no other option, a gentle, silicone-free shampoo.
Is silk colorfast?
The fabrics in our core inventory, seasonal collections and limited editions are from repeated production cycles that we have quality-tested – given proper care their colors should not bleed. Fabrics that are on offer while supplies last are one-off products that have not been individually tested, so we recommend testing on a sample. Silk may lose some color when washed in water that's too hot or with unsuitable detergent. Always follow the recommended water temperature and use detergents designed for washing silk or wool. Washing silk, though it is often no problem, is always at your own risk. Read more in our post on How to wash silk.
What thread should be used to sew silk?
If you are not going to dye the finished garment, we recommend a high-quality polyester thread for sewing silk. If you want to dye the finished garment, be sure to choose a silk thread (polyester does not take dye). The choice of sewing needle and thread depends on the type and weight of the fabric – for sewing particularly fine fabrics (chiffons, georgettees, light satins, light crepes) a thinner polyester or silk thread and a corresponding thin needle are suitable. Do not use cotton thread to sew silk.
How can I tell if it is natural silk?
Probably the best way to tell is the burn test. Silk burns reluctantly, leaving a black crumb that you can easily crush between your fingers and smells like burnt hair. Be sure to test threads pulled from both the weft and the warp. In addition to the burn test, there are a plenty of other tricks – check out our post on how to tell real silk.
Is your product assortment always the same?
Most of our fabrics are one-time offers that last until they are sold out. However, some more popular items are always restocked or can be ordered on request. As a rule, this applies to notions, where the selection is pretty consistent, but may also include some types of fabric. Look at the product's availability value – it shows whether the goods are available while supplies last, in the core inventory or in a seasonal collection.
What is a seasonal collection?
The goods in the seasonal collection come directly from our verified manufacturers. We change up the colors on offer from season to season but fabric quality is always constant. For large (wholesale) orders, colors that have been sold out can be reordered individually.
What is the smallest amount of fabric I can order?
The minimum fabric order is a length of 20 cm.
Do you accept orders by phone or email?
No. We only accept retail orders through the e-shop. This eliminates situations where someone else orders the last of an item while your order is still sitting in our inbox or lies jotted on a bit of paper by the phone. By purchasing online, you are putting an immediate hold on the product. Of course, you can always call or write to us if you need help making your selection.
Do you ship abroad?
Yes. We ship worldwide. The price of shipping is automatically calculated at checkout before payment after you select the country of delivery and the preferred carrier. If you do not find your country in the dropdown list, please contact us. You will find a rough overview of shipping costs in our shipping and payment terms.
When will my order be delivered?
The estimated delivery date with your selected carrier can be seen before payment is made at checkout. It is calculated as the time for processing and packing your order plus the time it takes the selected carrier to deliver to a specific destination – this can be from 2 days for delivery within the Czech Republic to a week for delivery outside the EU. Expect longer delivery times during big sales and holidays.
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