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How to make a silk scarf

Learn how to make a silk scarf with lightweight fabric. This beginner sewing project is a great to practice sewing silk and ...
CNET

I Swapped My Cotton Pillowcase for Silk. This Is How It Helped My Bedhead

I kept waking up with tangled morning hair, so I tried a silk pillowcase. Here's proof of the difference it makes. Anna Gragert (she/her/hers) was previously the lifestyle editor at HelloGiggles, ...
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How to recognize if silk is fake or real: 3-step formula test

When we think of luxury in fashion and fabrics, one thing immediately comes to mind– silk. For most of us, it’s elegant, soft, and feels rich without any effort. This fabric has been cherished for ...
The New York Times

Here’s How to Care for Silk So It Lasts a Lifetime — No Dry Cleaning Required

We independently review everything we recommend. We may get paid to link out to retailer sites, and when you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Frances Solá-Santiago ...
Popular Science

How researchers leveled up worm silk to be tougher than a spider’s

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Silk is a fabulous fabric, but it’s also a material that can do so ...
NBC News

Our editors (and their skin) love these silk pillowcases

Even if you have one of the best pillows, your pillowcase can lead to frizz and wrinkles. “This friction on your face can lead to sleep lines, which over time, with repeated pressure, can develop into ...
Newsweek

Scientists Make ‘Superstrong’ Material To Surpass Spider Silk

Silkworm thread has been turned into superstrong material that surpasses the strength of natural spider silks, according to research. Scientists have made it 70 percent stronger than a spider's silk ...