Kashmir Silk Fabric

What is Kashmir Silk Fabric?

• Kashmiri silk is a natural protein fiber that may be woven into textiles in various forms.
• Silk is a protein fiber consisting primarily of fibroin that is generated by some insect larvae to construct cocoons. J&K is the sole state that produces high-quality Bivoltile silk.
• Kashmiri silk weaving and printing are not often practiced in the region. However, cocoon rearing is done on a big scale here, which results in the highest quality silk.
• One of the main activities of the inhabitants of Kashmir is the production of cocoons.

History

• The British funded the establishment of Kashmir's first silk reeling plant at Solina, Srinagar, in 1897.
• Rajbagh saw the establishment of a silk-weaving industry in 1937. 
• By 1961-62, the state's silk output had increased to roughly 98,000 kg.
• Silk has been manufactured in an organized manner and shipped to the United Kingdom since the 1890s.

What Makes it Stand Out?

Application and Uses

Care Instructions

• It is recommended to only dry clean the fabric.
• Avoid putting the fabric in direct sunlight.
• Always iron on the silk setting.

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