Then the cocoons are unraveled to reveal around half a mile of usable filament. Filaments are joined to create a thread thick enough to weave into fabric. One yard of silk fabric costs ...

The filament, formed primarily of a substance ... Como's silk companies now buy most of their undyed raw silk (both fabric and yarn) from China.

Beloved by kings and queens both ancient and modern, the fabric that is synonymous with opulence has a fascinating history.

used in clothing and carpets Silk Made from the cocoon of the silkworm, the only natural fibre that has continuous filament fibres rather than shorter staple fibres Soft and shiny, drapes well ...