Cleopatra Crepe

Description

Cleopatra is a crepe silk that is almost transparent off the bolt, after water washing it becomes opaque with lots of crinkle.

A few yards of this is all you need for a classic drape dress, Cleopatra style.

Use this to sew a classic “broomstick” skirt, or for multi tiered dancing outfits. It also makes the best, long “Isadora Duncan” style neck scarf: just two yards, and no hemming needed.

Fabric Information

• Fibre content: 100% silk, reeled and especially tightly twisted for the weft, so that it can crinkle up.
• Source: China
• Width: 45″ (stretches to 56″)
• Weight per linear yard: 2.7 oz
• Momme: 16 mm
• Commonly used for: gowns, dresses, skirts, scarves
• Weft (width) shrinkage: Shrinks to 32″ (still stretches to 55″)
• Warp (length) shrinkage: 10%
• Recommended care: Machine wash: gentle cycle, warm water, mild soap.  Tumble dry on low heat.  Remove from dryer immediately so ironing won’t be needed.
• Alternate care: hand wash, shake out several times while drying. Or Dry Clean.