These silks are predominantly washable silks as well. 1925-1930 brocades are the pieces that we used to photograph for the website as well as small quantities that are left on the end of bolts. These brocades can be dry-cleaned but not washed. No particular size to be cut, will vary considerably. Although weights are mostly dress weight, we are not differentiating the brocade weights chosen in the packet.
Bridal silks are all white silks.
All silks will be includes in this group including the lightweights. 1825-1925 Embroideries that we are offering are those that have some sort of damage on them. These embroideries can neither be washed nor drycleaned. Appropriate only for crazy quilts or wall hangings that will not need to be cleaned in their lifetime. They are exquisite hand embroideries some of which have been dated as early as 1825 up to 1925 in age.