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The first silk is believed to have been woven in ancient China, with evidence dating back to around 2700 BCE. According to Chinese legend, the Empress Leizu, also known as Xi Lingshi, discovered silk when a silkworm cocoon fell into her tea, leading her to unravel it. This practice became a closely guarded secret in China for centuries, contributing to the country's historical significance in silk production.
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Who first used silk?
in 2013
What origin does the word silk come from?
Silk originates from Old English sioloc, seolec, from late Latin sericum, neuter of Latin sericus, based on Greek Seres, the name given to the inhabitants of the Far Eastern countries from which silk first came overland to Europe.
How did Penelope try to trick suitors at first by weaving a shroud?
She said she would marry one of them once she had woven the shroud, but at night she unravelled part of it.
What did the Chinese write on before paper was invented?
The Chinese first used wooden scrolls and whole bones on silk.
Who is the first person to whom Odysseus show his true identity?
The right way
Who made the first silk?
silk is from china.when Arabs shoped to Asian country's they saw that the chinees use silk clothes . ilearned this in grade 7!!
Is silk chiffon a woven fabric?
Silk chiffon is a sheer, lightweight woven fabric. It is popular in scarves, lingerie, blouses, and more.
Where does the material silk fabric come from?
Silk fabric is woven from stands of silk secreted by the silkworm.
Can silk be pin striped?
Silk fibres can be woven into a fabric with pinstripes, yes.
Are cotton and silk thread spun and woven in the same manner?
If cotton and silk threads are spun and woven in the same manner
What is tussore silk?
Tussore silk is the silk woven from the cocoons of wild silkworms feeding on some mountain shrub.
Are cotton and silk thread are woven in same manner?
No, cotton and silk threads are woven in different manners due to their unique properties. Cotton is typically woven into a plain weave fabric, which is a simple over-under pattern. Silk, on the other hand, can be woven into a variety of patterns and weaves such as satin, crepe, or chiffon due to its delicate and smooth texture.
What is a crisp smooth woven fabric made from silk?
Taffeta
What V is a closely woven fabric of silk or cotton?
Velour
What is type of silk woven with a warp and weft of different colors?
Shor Just a guess, but I would think that raw silk could be woven with two colors on a loom.
Is silk a fabric?
Silk is the fine thread that comes off the cocoon of a silk-worm. Several strands of silk has to be combined, before the silk is strong enough to be woven into a fabric.
What goods were exchanged on the silk road?
Silk, tea, spices, woven tapestries, and other handmade things were exchanged on the Eastern Silk Road.
