Bits of History The techniques and methods used to produce and paint over precious silk fabrics were kept secret by Chinese artisans until the XI Th. century. However silk was later produced by other civilizations and it even underwent a phase of industrialization. An oath of secrecy was one of the requirements to become part

A Momme is a Japanese unit of measurement used for creations in silk and it indicates the weight per square meter. One Momme = 3.78 grams or 0,13 ounces. The higher the number, the heavier the fabric. Gauze – 3-5 momme Organza – 4-6 momme Habotai – 12-16 momme Chiffon – 6-8 momme (or double

I must thank two masters of silk painting; one whose name I can’t remember…and the second one I’ve never met.   The teacher I met during my summer vacation I met my first teacher during a vacation in Cefalù. I remember he was serious and meticulous, Portuguese and…that’s it. We’re talking about almost thirty years

Silk is an extremely delicate type of fabric. The fibers should only be washed with mild detergents and with temperatures under 40 °C  (104 °F). It’s best to keep your silk garments in a dry, dark place. Exposing silk to sunlight can cause the colors to fade or yellow.   If not mixed with wool,

A little bit of history is essential to understand the real value of what you’re wearing.   We’re accustomed to live in a type of society that favors synthetic fibers over natural materials because of economic reasons, practicality etc.. A society in which deciding to wear clothes made of natural materials becomes a precise indicator