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Written by: Howmuchisit.org Staff

Last Updated: August 14, 2018

Silk is known to be one of the finest yarns available and can be used to create an elegant-looking fabric and rustic look. Silk fabric comes in a variety of weights. Lighter silk will usually be used for a dress, while a heavier silk may be used to create a suit. Silk can also be crisp or softened. A crisp silk will be used for a top or as trim, while softened silk will be used to create pants.

How much does silk fabric cost?

The cost of silk fabric will depend on the type, quality, its rarity, the amount, the colors and where it's purchased from. On average, the cost of silk is going to vary anywhere from $5 to as much as $65 per yard. Most silk fabric, from what we saw, will be in the $5 to $15 per yard range.

FashionFabricsClub.com, an online retailer that sells different kinds of silk in various colors, sells silk for $7 to $60 per yard.

Walmart often carries a handful of options at its local stores. Here, the prices range anywhere from $10 to $45 per yard, depending on the pattern and brand.

Silk fabric overview

Silk, like any other fabric, can come in many colors, including beige, black, blue, brown, gray, green, ivory, orange and pink. The fabric can come in widths ranging from 36 to 72 inches, with the high majority being in the 44 to 57-inch range.

While most silk fabric will be a solid color pattern, it can also be found with stripes, plaid, floral designs or an abstract look.

Silk fabric is suited for apparel, blouses, bridal gowns, drapes, dresses, jackets, overlays, slacks and suits.

How can I save money?

Since silk can be hard to find locally, you may have to buy it online. Before committing to your purchase, consider ordering a small sample, something many online retailers allow you to do. This way, you will know if the fabric will work with your project.

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Do you want to purchase silk fabric? Find out what it's going to cost as well as what other people are paying.

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The Silk Roads across the Middle East and Western Asia.

Central Asia.

Southern Routes and South Asia.

China: The northern route along the Taklamakan Desert.

China: The southern route along the Taklamakan Desert.

China: From Anxi/Dunhuang to Chang'an (Xi'an)

The eastern routes.

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The Silk Road was a 4000 mile trade route that extended from Eastern Europe to China, touching on the borders of India and Persia along the way. The Silk Road began as a trade route during the Han Dynasty of 207 BC to 220BC, expanding in 114 BC, and continuing until the 1400s.

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The Silk Road: Connecting the ancient world through trade - Shannon Harris Castelo