Jardin de Provence ~ “Hameshaa” Pure Eri Silk Yarn

This very special yarn has a hand-spun look and feel, with small slubs here and there. It is warm and soft, with a subtle sheen. Weavers and knitters will love it’s texture and feel against the skin…it is hypo-allergenic and perfect for those who can’t wear wool.

Ahimsa Silk, also known as ‘Peace silk” is usually made from Eri and Tassar Silk cocoons. Ahimsa silk is made is an eco-friendly way. The cocoons are left as it is for a week or 10 days. When the worms are fully grown they fly away. In this technique there is no cruelty done to the silkworms while producing or collecting silk cocoons. It got its name from a Hindi word ‘Ahimsa’ which means ‘Non-violence’. This method does not kill the silkworms to extract silk. Hence ‘Ahimsa’ describes the process of obtaining silk.

100% Eri Silk

350 yds/100 gm skein

4-ply

Light DK Weight

Needle Size 5-6