Silk is a natural protein fiber. Do not use chlorine bleach to clean silk; chlorine will damage the silk fabric. Avoid drying silk in direct sunlight as sun exposure for a prolonged period will damage the silk fabric and fade the ink. Substances containing alcohol will damage silk fabric, so allow your perfume and hairspray to dry before wearing your scarf. Read more about cleaning your silk scarves.
The scarf cape is a nifty little knot to know - you can wear your scarf as a necklace or belt during the day and in the evening, when the temperatures drop, convert it to a cape that is both warm and a gorgeous accessory!
In the grand tapestry of fashion history, there's a thread that weaves through centuries of style, sophistication, and a touch of glamour – the silk scarf. This seemingly humble accessory has graced the necks of kings, queens, and fashionistas alike, leaving an indelible mark on the world of haute couture. So, let's embark on a journey through time and unravel the fascinating history of silk scarves.
The Knotted Top is a quick and easy way to jazz up a singlet and jeans outfit or it can be worn under a jacket as part of a more formal attire. Learn how to tie it with this simple tutorial!
Square scarves aren't intuitive. They're amazing, so versatile, but totally not intuitive. The first time I came across one I basically froze, then summarily dumped it in a drawer. However, for all their huh factor, square scarves are quite easy to use and can become many things: ties, cravats, relaxed cowls, capes, kimonos.
But first things first: let's remove the tricky aspect of a square scarf, namely its squareness. To use a square scarf like you would any other long rectangular scarf in the world, one needs to know little trick called the Bias Fold.
Goes like this: 1. Place the scarf face down on a flat surface (the bed, or the floor)
2. Fold two opposite corners toward the centre of the scarf.
3. Fold the corners again toward the centre of the scarf (and repeat one more if you want to end up with a skinnier rectangle). Now you have a bias fold.
4. Tie the resulting rectangle around your neck using either a knot or a scarf ring, etc.
Another easy way of using a square scarf is to start with the Triangle Fold 1. Place the scarf face down on a flat surface (the bed, or the floor)
2. Fold the scarf on a diagonal, to obtain a triangle.
3. Tie the corners of the long edge of the resulting triangle around your neck - and here you have the cowl drape.
Quick sketch of the embroidery pattern Violet Bridgerton is stitching for Daphne's trousseau. Fountain pen and whatever ink I had on hand last evening. Lovely period detail that caught my eye, as an avid embroiderer.
Embroidery Sketch
Original Pattern by Hand & Lock Embroidery
Hand & Lock mentioned they were tasked with producing embroideries on a tight deadline, and used a hand guided machine to create a suitable approximation of hand embroidery. Multiple embroideries at different stages of completion were created in the signature family colours for both the Bridgerton and Fetheringtons, with the actors shown working on their embroideries throughout the series. (source: Hand & Lock Create Embroidery for Bridgerton Series)
