Tussah Silk Sliver Bleached White for Felting, Spinning, Weaving, Fiber Crafts - $8 - (Kitchener, ON)

This is an excellent quality 100% natural pure Tussah silk (also spelled Tussar) sliver bleached white color, approx 15cm (6in) staple length. TOP QUALITY: A top grade 100% natural pure Tussah silk fiber tops sliver in white color bleached, staple length is approx. 15cm (6in), listing is for 50g (2oz)FOR SOAP MAKING: A small amount of silk added to handmade soap will give your soap more shine, more lather, and a nice "silky" feelFOR FELTING: Must be used in combination with wool; Tussah silk is a great fiber for use in wet and nuno, it gives a rich texture and pleasant shine when used as a décor or as a felt laminate, and adds an additional strength when used as a basis for felting clothesFOR SPINNING AND BLENDING: Tussah silk can be spun on its own or blended with wool and other fibers; the resulting yarns are very soft and great for your knitting and weaving projects. Tussah silk adds luster, softness and strength to blends; if you prefer to make your own blends you can mix it with merino wool, alpaca, cashmere or other fibersFOR HAND DYEING AND OTHER CRAFTS: Can be easily dyed to any color using acid, multipurpose, natural dyes. Use it for other crafts - fine dolls hair, crochet, paper making

Posted in Kitchener, ON, Arts & Crafts
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