100% silk for batik, painting and lining, undyed

Habutai is a Japanese word meaning 'soft as down' and both Habutai and China silk are soft, lightweight and lustrous. Very closely related, both have a soft graceful drape, a smooth surface and vary in weight from 5mm to 10 mm. Habutai is natural in color, sheer and ivory, and China silk is smoother and usually dyed. Sari silk is a variation of China silk from India. Very sheer, but good for lining and lightweight garments like lingerie. Seams may pull open on tightly fitted garments. Sews relatively easily, and doesn't show pins marks.