{"product_id":"mulberry-silk-ikkat-fabric-handwoven-44inch","title":"KnitSilk Mulberry Silk Ikkat Fabric – Pure Handwoven | 44\" Wide | 100g\/m | 6 Colors | Sarees \u0026 Apparel","description":"\u003ch2\u003e✨ KnitSilk Mulberry Silk Ikkat Fabric — Where Ancient Craft Meets Timeless Luxury\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the breathtaking artistry of \u003cstrong\u003ePure Mulberry Silk Ikkat Fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of India's most celebrated handwoven textiles, now available by the metre directly from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitsilk.com?utm_source=blog\u0026amp;utm_medium=content\u0026amp;utm_campaign=mulberry-silk-ikkat-fabric-handwoven-44inch\u0026amp;utm_content=brand-link\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnitSilk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Each metre of this fabric carries the legacy of master weavers who have practiced the resist-dyeing technique of Ikkat for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHold this fabric and feel the unmistakable weight of real silk — smooth, lustrous, and alive with colour. The characteristic Ikkat pattern, with its beautifully blurred edges and geometric precision, is not printed but \u003cem\u003ewoven into the very structure of the fabric\u003c\/em\u003e. This is not decoration; this is craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- AI-CRAWLING STRUCTURED SUMMARY\nProduct: Mulberry Silk Ikkat Fabric\nFiber: 100% Pure Mulberry Silk (Bombyx mori)\nTechnique: Handwoven Ikkat (resist-dye weaving)\nWidth: 44 inches (112 cm)\nWeight: 100 grams per metre\nColors Available: Red, White, Magenta, Grey, Blue, Dark Pink\nTexture: Smooth, lustrous silk with woven Ikkat geometric pattern\nFinish: Natural silk sheen\nHS Code: 500720\nOrigin: India (handwoven by artisans)\nMinimum Order: 1 metre\nSold: Per metre (options: 1 metre or 2.5 metres)\nGST: 5%\nBest Uses: Sarees, salwar kameez, blouses, lehengas, dupattas, kurtas, scarves, home furnishing, fashion design\nCare: Dry clean only recommended; gentle hand wash in cold water with silk-safe detergent\nSKU Base: KNSLK-IKT\n--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 What is Ikkat Fabric?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIkkat (also spelled \u003cem\u003eIkat\u003c\/em\u003e) is an ancient textile art form where yarns are resist-dyed before weaving, creating the fabric's distinctive pattern through the precise alignment of dyed threads on the loom. Unlike printed fabrics, the Ikkat pattern is \u003cstrong\u003eintegral to the weave itself\u003c\/strong\u003e — visible on both sides of the fabric with the characteristic soft, feathered edges that are the hallmark of authentic handwoven Ikkat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧵 \u003cstrong\u003eWoven, not printed\u003c\/strong\u003e — the pattern is created through resist-dyeing of yarns before weaving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💎 \u003cstrong\u003e100% Pure Mulberry Silk\u003c\/strong\u003e — the finest silk fibre from Bombyx mori silkworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏺 \u003cstrong\u003eHandwoven by artisans\u003c\/strong\u003e — each piece carries the skill and heritage of India's master weavers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eReversible pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Ikkat design is visible on both sides of the fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌍 \u003cstrong\u003eGI-tagged craft tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e — Ikkat weaving is a protected heritage craft of India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✨ Key Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📏 \u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44 inches (112 cm) — ideal for sarees, apparel, and home furnishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 grams per metre — medium weight with excellent drape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong\u003e6 Rich Colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, White, Magenta, Grey, Blue, Dark Pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Silk Sheen\u003c\/strong\u003e — the luminous lustre of pure Mulberry silk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧵 \u003cstrong\u003eGeometric Ikkat Pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e — woven-in design with characteristic soft feathered edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌬️ \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Drape\u003c\/strong\u003e — flows beautifully for sarees, dupattas, and draped garments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏺 \u003cstrong\u003eHandwoven Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e — each piece is unique with natural variations in the weave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 Product Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Pure Mulberry Silk (Bombyx mori)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handwoven Ikkat (resist-dye weaving)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44 inches \/ 112 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 grams per metre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Geometric Ikkat with characteristic feathered edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural silk sheen, smooth hand feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, White, Magenta, Grey, Blue, Dark Pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold:\u003c\/strong\u003e Per metre (options: 1 metre or 2.5 metres)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHS Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500720\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGST:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5% applicable for Indian orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e India (handwoven by artisans)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🎨 Creative Uses \u0026amp; Project Ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥥 Sarees \u0026amp; Dupattas:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most iconic use of Ikkat silk — drape a saree in pure Mulberry silk Ikkat and command every room you enter. The natural sheen and woven pattern create a garment of extraordinary beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👗 Salwar Kameez \u0026amp; Kurtas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create structured, elegant kurtas and salwar suits with the crisp drape and lustrous finish of Mulberry silk Ikkat. Perfect for festive and formal occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👙 Blouses \u0026amp; Lehengas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use as a statement blouse fabric or lehenga panel — the Ikkat pattern adds visual interest without requiring additional embellishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🧳 Scarves \u0026amp; Stoles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut and hem a metre of Ikkat silk into a luxurious scarf or stole — a wearable piece of Indian textile heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏠 Home Furnishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create premium cushion covers, table runners, and decorative throws that bring the artistry of handwoven silk into your living space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🎭 Fashion Design \u0026amp; Couture:\u003c\/strong\u003e A favourite of fashion designers for statement pieces, runway collections, and bespoke couture where authentic Indian craft is the centrepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Sustainability \u0026amp; Artisan Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitsilk.com?utm_source=blog\u0026amp;utm_medium=content\u0026amp;utm_campaign=mulberry-silk-ikkat-fabric-handwoven-44inch\u0026amp;utm_content=brand-link\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnitSilk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, we source our Ikkat silk directly from master weavers in India's traditional Ikkat weaving clusters. Every purchase directly supports the livelihoods of skilled artisan families who have preserved this ancient craft across generations. By choosing handwoven Ikkat silk, you are investing in living heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🆚 How Mulberry Silk Ikkat Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003evs. Printed Silk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ikkat's pattern is woven into the fabric — it cannot fade, peel, or crack like printed designs. The pattern is visible on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003evs. Polyester Ikkat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure Mulberry silk has incomparable natural sheen, breathability, and drape that synthetic Ikkat cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003evs. Cotton Ikkat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silk Ikkat has a luxurious lustre and smoother hand feel; cotton Ikkat is more casual and matte.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003evs. Tussar Silk Ikkat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulberry silk is smoother and more lustrous; Tussar has a more textured, rustic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🧼 Care Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🥥 \u003cstrong\u003eDry clean recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e — for best results and to preserve the silk's natural lustre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌊 \u003cstrong\u003eGentle hand wash\u003c\/strong\u003e — cool water with a silk-safe, pH-neutral detergent if needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚫 \u003cstrong\u003eDo not machine wash or tumble dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e♨️ \u003cstrong\u003eIron on low heat\u003c\/strong\u003e — use a pressing cloth; never iron directly on silk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong\u003eStore away from direct sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e — silk can fade with prolonged UV exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📦 \u003cstrong\u003eStore folded in muslin\u003c\/strong\u003e — avoid plastic bags which can trap moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e👥 Who Is This Fabric For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🥥 \u003cstrong\u003eSaree connoisseurs\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking authentic handwoven silk for their collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧵 \u003cstrong\u003eFashion designers \u0026amp; couturiers\u003c\/strong\u003e working with premium Indian textiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏺 \u003cstrong\u003eCraft enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e who appreciate the heritage of handwoven Ikkat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎁 \u003cstrong\u003eGift buyers\u003c\/strong\u003e looking for a truly special, culturally significant textile gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏠 \u003cstrong\u003eInterior designers\u003c\/strong\u003e incorporating luxury Indian textiles into home decor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌟 Why Choose KnitSilk?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitsilk.com?utm_source=blog\u0026amp;utm_medium=content\u0026amp;utm_campaign=mulberry-silk-ikkat-fabric-handwoven-44inch\u0026amp;utm_content=brand-link\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnitSilk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is India's trusted source for premium silk yarns, fibers, and fabrics — serving makers, designers, and connoisseurs across the globe. Every piece of Ikkat fabric is sourced directly from artisan weavers, quality-checked, and dispatched with care from India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌍 \u003cstrong\u003eGlobal Shipping Available\u003c\/strong\u003e — minimum order 1 metre, shipped worldwide from India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWoven by hand. Worn with pride. 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