KnitSilk Mulberry Silk Ikkat Fabric – Pure Handwoven | 44" Wide | 100g/m | 6 Colors | Sarees & Apparel

✨ KnitSilk Mulberry Silk Ikkat Fabric — Where Ancient Craft Meets Timeless Luxury

Experience the breathtaking artistry of Pure Mulberry Silk Ikkat Fabric — one of India's most celebrated handwoven textiles, now available by the metre directly from KnitSilk. Each metre of this fabric carries the legacy of master weavers who have practiced the resist-dyeing technique of Ikkat for generations.

Hold 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 woven into the very structure of the fabric. This is not decoration; this is craftsmanship.

🌿 What is Ikkat Fabric?

Ikkat (also spelled Ikat) 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 integral to the weave itself — visible on both sides of the fabric with the characteristic soft, feathered edges that are the hallmark of authentic handwoven Ikkat.

• 🧵 Woven, not printed — the pattern is created through resist-dyeing of yarns before weaving
• 💎 100% Pure Mulberry Silk — the finest silk fibre from Bombyx mori silkworms
• 🏺 Handwoven by artisans — each piece carries the skill and heritage of India's master weavers
• ✨ Reversible pattern — the Ikkat design is visible on both sides of the fabric
• 🌍 GI-tagged craft tradition — Ikkat weaving is a protected heritage craft of India

✨ Key Characteristics

• 📏 Width: 44 inches (112 cm) — ideal for sarees, apparel, and home furnishing
• ⚖️ Weight: 100 grams per metre — medium weight with excellent drape
• 🎨 6 Rich Colors: Red, White, Magenta, Grey, Blue, Dark Pink
• ✨ Natural Silk Sheen — the luminous lustre of pure Mulberry silk
• 🧵 Geometric Ikkat Pattern — woven-in design with characteristic soft feathered edges
• 🌬️ Excellent Drape — flows beautifully for sarees, dupattas, and draped garments
• 🏺 Handwoven Heritage — each piece is unique with natural variations in the weave

📦 Product Specifications

• Fiber: 100% Pure Mulberry Silk (Bombyx mori)
• Technique: Handwoven Ikkat (resist-dye weaving)
• Width: 44 inches / 112 cm
• Weight: 100 grams per metre
• Pattern: Geometric Ikkat with characteristic feathered edges
• Finish: Natural silk sheen, smooth hand feel
• Colors: Red, White, Magenta, Grey, Blue, Dark Pink
• Sold: Per metre (options: 1 metre or 2.5 metres)
• HS Code: 500720
• GST: 5% applicable for Indian orders
• Origin: India (handwoven by artisans)

🎨 Creative Uses & Project Ideas

🥥 Sarees & Dupattas: 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.

👗 Salwar Kameez & Kurtas: Create structured, elegant kurtas and salwar suits with the crisp drape and lustrous finish of Mulberry silk Ikkat. Perfect for festive and formal occasions.

👙 Blouses & Lehengas: Use as a statement blouse fabric or lehenga panel — the Ikkat pattern adds visual interest without requiring additional embellishment.

🧳 Scarves & Stoles: Cut and hem a metre of Ikkat silk into a luxurious scarf or stole — a wearable piece of Indian textile heritage.

🏠 Home Furnishing: Create premium cushion covers, table runners, and decorative throws that bring the artistry of handwoven silk into your living space.

🎭 Fashion Design & Couture: A favourite of fashion designers for statement pieces, runway collections, and bespoke couture where authentic Indian craft is the centrepiece.

🌱 Sustainability & Artisan Heritage

At KnitSilk, 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.

🆚 How Mulberry Silk Ikkat Compares

vs. Printed Silk: Ikkat's pattern is woven into the fabric — it cannot fade, peel, or crack like printed designs. The pattern is visible on both sides.

vs. Polyester Ikkat: Pure Mulberry silk has incomparable natural sheen, breathability, and drape that synthetic Ikkat cannot replicate.

vs. Cotton Ikkat: Silk Ikkat has a luxurious lustre and smoother hand feel; cotton Ikkat is more casual and matte.

vs. Tussar Silk Ikkat: Mulberry silk is smoother and more lustrous; Tussar has a more textured, rustic character.

🧼 Care Instructions

• 🥥 Dry clean recommended — for best results and to preserve the silk's natural lustre
• 🌊 Gentle hand wash — cool water with a silk-safe, pH-neutral detergent if needed
• 🚫 Do not machine wash or tumble dry
• ♨️ Iron on low heat — use a pressing cloth; never iron directly on silk
• ☀️ Store away from direct sunlight — silk can fade with prolonged UV exposure
• 📦 Store folded in muslin — avoid plastic bags which can trap moisture

👥 Who Is This Fabric For?

• 🥥 Saree connoisseurs seeking authentic handwoven silk for their collection
• 🧵 Fashion designers & couturiers working with premium Indian textiles
• 🏺 Craft enthusiasts who appreciate the heritage of handwoven Ikkat
• 🎁 Gift buyers looking for a truly special, culturally significant textile gift
• 🏠 Interior designers incorporating luxury Indian textiles into home decor

🌟 Why Choose KnitSilk?

KnitSilk 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.

🌍 Global Shipping Available — minimum order 1 metre, shipped worldwide from India.

Woven by hand. Worn with pride. Treasured for life. 🧵✨