Tussar Silk

What is Tussar Silk Fabric? 

• Tussar silk is a type of wild silk, which is made from silkworms that feed on plants like asan and Arjun.
• It is famous and valued for its natural golden color.
• The main producers of tussar silk are Jharkhand and Bihar.
• Tussar silk is lightweight, has a luxurious touch, and feels like a charm. 

History

• According to old tales, tussar silk originated during the medieval period. 
• Before that, there was no trace of Silk fabric being created from either natural or artificial fibers in place of mulberry silk. 
• The artisans are extremely skilled in making this craft and are highly dedicated to making the finest quality fabric. 
• Even though it is presently manufactured in different parts of India, it was primarily produced in Jharkhand.
• It involves production in large quantities by skilled weavers, where the art of sericulture has been passed onto future generations. 

What Makes it Stand Out

Application & Usage 

How to Judge the Authenticity 

Burn Test

• Burn a piece of Tussar fabric.
• The original silk when burnt will release a smell similar to burnt hair.
• When the corner of the pure fabric is burnt, the flame remains invisible and stops burning as the flame is taken away from the fabric. 
• After burning, the ashes left are brittle and black. 

Care Instructions 

• It is recommended to dry clean the Tussar silk fabric
• Do not wrap the fabric in plastic bags.
• Iron the fabric by first layering it with cotton fabric and then using the iron on silk mode. 

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