Note: Fabrics in this section are undyed.
For colours, please see our Naturally
Dyed Fabrics.
"AHIMSA" means, literally "without violence". I prefer the term "Peace", as more positive. Ahimsa is the term used in India, Peace was coined by me in a 1986 article published in FibreArts Magazine, and detailed in the Third Edition of my "A Silkworker's Notebook".
I consider this the best silk to use for healing purposes. It is the only quality of silk permitted for spiritual purposes. I am so honored when Shri Shri Ravi Shankar, a true spiritual teacher, comes to the US, his followers present him with long traditional shawls of Ahimsa Peace silk, the only quality of silk he wears.
Ahimsa™ Smooth Spun Silk
This fabric's warp and weft are both smooth spun Ahimsa™ Peace silk. This is the finest 100% Peace, Ahimsa (TM) silk being produced, anywhere.
From India. Certified Organically raised, cruelty free, vegetarian friendly; your purchase supports small family farm raising of Organically grown silk, and village level weaving.
Ahimsa™ 3-ply Fabric
Exactly twice as thick as the Ahimsa Smooth Spun fabric listed above. The durability, luster and softness of this fabric is perfect for everything and a favorite of designers. Smooth spun Ahimsa™ Peace silk.
From India. Certified Organically raised, cruelty free, vegetarian friendly; your purchase supports small family farm raising of Organically grown silk, and village level processing, spinning, natural dyeing and weaving.
Ahimsa™ Pebble Weave
This fabric has been designed to drape and flow! Very strong and durable, perfect for outstanding designer gowns. Smooth spun Ahimsa™ Peace silk. The heaviest Ahimsa (TM) fabric being produced, woven especially for Aurora Silk.
From India. Certified Organically raised, cruelty free, vegetarian friendly; your purchase supports small family farm raising of Organically grown silk, and village level weaving.
Ahimsa™ Noil
Called raw silk in the fashion trade, the true designation of this fabric is noil silk. It is a very versatile "peace" silk,
spun thick and nubbly like cotton, with a matte surface and drapey hand. When washed it crinkles into a matte crepe that flows with the body when worn.
From India. Certified Organically raised, cruelty free, vegetarian friendly; your purchase supports small family farm raising of Organically grown silk, and village level weaving.
Ahimsa™ Super Noil
Called raw silk in the fashion trade, the true designation
of this fabric is noil silk. It is a very versatile "peace" silk,
spun thick and nubbly like cotton, with a matte surface and drapey hand. This noil is exceptionally strong, durable and thick.
From India. Certified Organically raised, cruelty free, vegetarian friendly; your purchase supports small family farm raising of Organically grown silk, and village level weaving.
Finally a truly rare patterned silk. The weave is made to look like old style window panes. It's very soft and very light. When washed it crinkles into an exceptional drapey texture.
From India. Certified Organically raised, cruelty free, vegetarian friendly; your purchase supports small family farm raising of Organically grown silk, and village level weaving.
Eri Peace Silk
Approximately the same grist as the Pongee wild silk fabric but, being Eri
silk, it's softer! An almost identical fabric to the Ahimsa Smooth Spun, with just a touch more substance and durability. Smoothly woven from fine two-ply yarns both warp and
weft, and in a balanced weave for maximum strength.
From India. Certified Organically raised, cruelty free, vegetarian friendly; your purchase supports rural village wild silk production and small family farm raising of Organically grown silk, and village level weaving.
Golden Wild Silk = Muga silk, handspun, handwoven.
Wild-crafted from wild silkworms in India. The natural shimmery golden beige colour of this rare and exotic silk needs no dye to enhance its exquisite beauty. From India. Your purchase supports rural village wild silk production.
From India. Certified wildcrafted/Organically raised, cruelty free, vegetarian friendly; your purchase supports rural village wild silk production and small family farm raising of Organically grown silk, and village level weaving.
Muga Spun Silk
A beautifully honey coloured silk! This colour is 100% natural and comes from the silk itself, not a dye!
From India. Certified wildcrafted/Organically raised, cruelty free, vegetarian friendly; your purchase supports rural village wild silk production and small family farm raising of Organically grown silk, and village level weaving.
Tussah Noil
A blend of Tussah silk weft, crossing a cultivated spun silk warp. The weft contains naturally coloured cinnamon silk noils (slubs and accents), to make an especially pretty softly speckled fabric. 45" wide.
From India. Certified wildcrafted/Organically raised, cruelty free, vegetarian friendly; your purchase supports rural village wild silk production and small family farm raising of Organically grown silk, and village level weaving.
Dervish Cloth
Tough and strong, rough and ready, yet baby soft when washed! One of the most unusual silk fabrics ever. Home spun, natural shades of brown and dark brown wild silk.
From India. Certified wildcrafted/Organically raised, cruelty free, vegetarian friendly. Your purchase supports rural village wild silk production and small family farm raising of Organically grown silk, and village level weaving.
Pongee
Sturdy plainweave, this is a very durable, medium-weight matte fabric. Good for work clothes, kids clothes, and sports clothes. 45" wide. From China, guarenteed by us to be 100% natural silk and completely chemical free.
Light Cream Tussah
This is a lightweight, sturdy, sheer fabric with a crisp hand. 45" wide. Plainweave. Is currently Sold Out but we are looking for more. Meanwhile, see Pongee, Eri and Ahimsa fabrics for something equivalent.
"Baby Blanket" Heavy Tussah
A light bleach gives this fabric a consistent cream colour and makes it "baby soft." 54" extra wide; shrinks to 52" after washing. From China, guarenteed by us to be 100% natural silk.
Tough Stuff Tussah
This tussah is truly tough! It is light and durable enough for every day wear. From China, guarenteed by us to be 100% natural silk and completely chemical free. Believed to be 100% Peace silk, but not certified.
Extra Heavy Tussah
Balanced plain weave of thick and sturdy spun tussah, combed long staple. One of the sturdiest fabrics possible, yet washes up soft and lofty. From China, guarenteed by us to be 100% natural silk and completely chemical free. Believed to be 100% Peace silk, but not certified.
To learn more about Peace Silk, consider purchasing the highly educational "Peace Silk Collection", which I designed especially for Children's Science Fair projects. It also makes an excellent Textile Guild conference display, or educational program.
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