How do you look at a silk kimono? There's a lot of tako. Is it really hot when you wear it?

How do you look at a silk kimono? There's a lot of tako. Is it really hot when you wear it?

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How to Tell How Many Takos Are Used in Weaving?

Determining the number of takos used in weaving can be challenging by simply looking. The best way is to ask local villagers who weave with a loom and observe the fabric closely.

  • Takor: Takos determine the resolution of the fabric pattern, similar to pixels on a display. Complex patterns may require many takos, ranging from 100 to 1000.

The More Tako, the Thicker the Fabric, Is That True?

While using more takos can contribute to thicker fabric, it is not a guarantee. The thickness also depends on the type of silk fibers used. Thick silk fibers will yield thicker fabric, regardless of the number of takos. However, if the same silk fibers are used, more takos can indeed make the fabric thicker compared to fewer takos.

Silk fabric weaving with multiple takos Silk commonly woven and sold uses 2-3-4-5-6-8...12 takos.

Technique for Distinguishing 2-3 Pieces of Fabric

Silk woven with 2 or 3 takos has a similarly smooth texture, but some differences can be observed:

  • 2 Tako Fabric: When unfolded, the front and back of the fabric have the same pattern contrast.
  • 3 Tako Fabric: When unfolded, the front of the fabric appears bright and beautiful, while the back is darker and duller.
  • Silk with 4-12 Takos: When unfolded and observed, you can feel the subtle pattern on the fabric (uneven surface). This is known as brocade, which is popular in Surin province in various shapes such as:
    • Luk Kaew Pattern: Available in 4, 6, 8, 10 takos (e.g., 6 takos for small patterns, 8 for larger patterns).
    • Phikun Flower Pattern: 10 takos.
    • Asterisk Pattern: 10 takos.
    • Turtle Scale Pattern: 6 takos.
    • Pepper Pattern: 6 takos.
    • 4 Tako Pattern
    • Vegetable Pattern: 4 takos.

Is It Really Hot to Wear Silk?

Fine silk is comfortable and not typically hot to wear. However, when silk is used to make a dress, it often requires reinforcement with a lining for better shape and easier ironing. This added lining is what makes wearing silk feel warmer compared to traditional unlined silk.

Silk fabric used in dressmaking

Purchase Silk

Interested in buying silk for luxury dresses? Visit www.silkket.com to explore our wide selection of plain colored silk, Mudmee pattern silk, and more. We offer fabrics with meticulous craftsmanship by expert technicians.

The shop aims to preserve this beautiful culture. For assistance in choosing products or further advice, contact the Silkket store team via LineOA: @chobmai. Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to serving you.

Thank You Source:

  • Surin Silk Book - Surin Silk, Cultural Bonds
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