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10 swatches
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Free shipping, any silk, any color!  Each swatch is approximately 2.5" x 2.75".  Please group your colors together by silk type (dupioni, taffeta, etc.) more info
panther
panther
our price:$18.00

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A sheer, supple black.  Batiste, also known as voile, is super soft to the touch, yet is very breathable. Perfect as a lining! Fiber content: 60% cotton / 40% silk. more info
alabaster
alabaster
our price:$18.00

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A pure snow white.  Batiste, also known as voile, is super soft to the touch, yet is very breathable.  Perfect as a lining!  Fiber content: 60% cotton / 40% silk. more info
apparition
apparition
our price:$18.00

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Amidst the shadow realm where the veil between the living and the dead grows tenuous, phantom apparitions roam, ethereal specters of a bygone era. Their presence, a macabre dance of memories long past, haunts the fringes of the human world. They emerge from the depths like wisps of sorrow and despair, their chilling whispers and mournful visages sending shivers down the spines of those who dare to witness their ghostly embrace.

It is amidst this eerie landscape that our pale lavender silk batiste, so soft and diaphanous, appears as a revenant from a forgotten era. Its threads whisper secrets of long-lost elegance and grace. Falling in gossamer folds, it moves as if stirred by a phantom breeze, mirroring the ephemeral beauty of the apparitions that drift in the night. It is a haunting embodiment of a time forever past in which the living and the dead connect in a tangled, haunting ballet of existence.

Batiste, also known as voile, is super soft to the touch, yet is very breathable. Perfect as a lining! Fiber content: 60% cotton / 40% silk.

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baskerville
baskerville
our price:$18.00

A dark olive silk batiste named in honor of the popular Sherlock Holmes novel “The Hound of the Baskervilles.” Upon the windswept moors of the Baskerville estate, a chilling legend haunts a hapless family: a spectral hound exacts a ghastly vengeance upon its heirs. Enter the great detective Sherlock Holmes and Watson, who are summoned to unravel the sinister secrets shrouding the Baskerville estate. In their pursuit of the truth, they confront an eerie moorland and the looming specter of the Hound in a timeless tale of suspense and the supernatural…

Batiste, also known as voile, is super soft to the touch, yet is very breathable. Perfect as a lining! Fiber content: 60% cotton / 40% silk.

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cream
cream
our price:$24.00

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Just like the creamy richness of milk-based cream, this gentle, soft chiffon cascades airily, like a whispering breeze, around its wearer. Gauzy and ethereal, it projects an aura of effortless beauty and sweetness. With this luminous fabric, you becomes a vision of refined elegance, effortlessly captivating with presence and grace.

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rose petal
rose petal
our price:$24.00

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Embodying the sophisticated beauty of a red rose, this crisp hue needs no orange or blue undertone for balance -- a vibrant, stunning classic! more info
guava
guava
our price:$24.00

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Creamy and luminous, this rich, juicy peach color is ripe for sewing! more info
scarlet
scarlet
our price:$24.00

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This exquisite ruby-colored spin is one of our most popular. Absolutely regal! more info
aurora
aurora
our price:$24.00

An unobtrusive, desaturated navy. more info
opal
opal
our price:$24.00

Primarily found in Australia, this gem's internal structure makes it diffract light into a wondrous light, bright green-blue! more info
navy
navy
our price:$24.00

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An energetic, vibrant navy. Gorgeous!
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mulberry
mulberry
our price:$24.00

Inspired by the very same flowering plant that our silkworms are fed in order to create this silk! more info
parchment
parchment
our price:$24.00

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This cream is packed with plenty of character! more info
primrose
primrose
our price:$24.00

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A dusty rose that takes its name from the delightful flower. more info
sage
sage
our price:$24.00

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Sophisticated and subtle, this lovely solid green-within-green weave tells a beautiful love story with a happily-ever-after ending. more info
tangerine
tangerine
our price:$24.00

Bright and perky, just like the fruit!
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flax
flax
our price:$24.00

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A sumptuous gold possessing just a little bit of shimmer! more info
rice paper
rice paper
our price:$24.00

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A dream-like white habotai! more info
bubble bath
bubble bath
our price:$24.00

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Carefree and squeaky clean, this adorable peachy-pink is SO much fun to be around! more info
watercolor
watercolor
our price:$24.00

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We feel this color evokes the watery light blue hue we fell in love with in painting class many years ago... more info
black
black
our price:$24.00

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A solid black weave, this powerful hue is the strong but silent type. more info
ivory
ivory
our price:$24.00

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Capture the glow of a full moon and interweave it with silk organza and you will get this glorious material. more info
mirage
mirage
our price:$24.00

This lush green teal is so mesmerizing, we just had to give it this name! more info
apache
apache
our price:$24.00

The collective term for several culturally-related groups of Native Americans originally from the Southwest United States...or, a gorgeous, burgundy-colored CDC from Silk Baron! more info
concerto
concerto
our price:$24.00

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This melodic dark teal is inspired by the musical composition in which one solo standout instrument leads the rest of the orchestra. more info
navy
navy
our price:$24.00

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Shimmery and deep, this classy color boasts a handsome "satin"complexion. more info
elixir
elixir
our price:$24.00

Those of you who are unacquainted with this deep purple sheer are in for a treat: she's an exotic violet that will energize any project! more info
parasol
parasol
our price:$24.00

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An adorable baby pink organza.  The best part?  It's 100% silk! more info
coconut
coconut
our price:$24.00

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Light, sweet, and pure off-white.  No need to shake a palm tree to get your hands on some of this CDC deliciousness! more info
sargasso
sargasso
our price:$24.00

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Named after the deep blue sea found in the North Atlantic, this navy chiffon possesses an unbelievable depth of color! more info
black orchid
black orchid
our price:$24.00

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This imposing solid black symbolizes power, authority, and demands submission from all others! more info
fouette
fouette
our price:$24.00

Named after the graceful ballet movement that a dancer must master if she wishes to perform a solo, this soft, ethereal pink will definitely help you secure the position of prima ballerina wherever you go! more info
murasaki
murasaki
our price:$24.00

This poppy purple gives so much joy to those who gaze upon it!  It is bright, fun, and a little bit daring, just like a lot of pop art personalities!  Bonus: murasaki means "purple" in Japanese! more info
rosehips
rosehips
our price:$24.00

Rosehips is a tea made from the fruit of the rose plant. Its use dates back hundreds of years, when it was used by Native Americans and other indigenous peoples for its medicinal properties. Rosehips tea, which is rich in vitamin C, has a subtle tart and flowery flavor, and is a soothing and comforting drink to many, particularly during the colder months. Similarly, this vibrant red silk organza possesses a lightweight, sheer texture that evokes the delicate and refreshing nature of its namesake!

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bancha
bancha
our price:$24.00

Bancha tea is a type of Japanese green tea that is made from the larger and coarser leaves of the tea plant. It is typically harvested in the late summer or autumn after the first flush of the season's leaves has been used to produce more premium teas. Bancha has a mild and slightly earthy flavor that is lower in caffeine and tannins compared to other types of green tea. It is often enjoyed as a daily beverage, served hot or cold, and is believed to have a range of health benefits, including aiding digestion and reducing inflammation.

This light olive-colored organza has a similarly understated and earthy quality. It’s muted hue recalls the natural color of bancha tea leaves, while its sheer, lightweight texture evokes the delicate and refreshing nature of the tea. The color offers a subtle elegance that appeals to those who appreciate simplicity, and the muted, versatile olive hue makes it a great choice for a wide range of garments, from casual wear to more formal occasions.

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shambala collection
shambala collection
our price:$24.99

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Free shipping! Why not hold ALL of our shambala swatches in the palm of your hand so you can decide exactly which color to get? more info
antique gold
antique gold
our price:$25.00

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Rich and elegant, Antique Gold combines a yummy deep gold with a rich underlying burgundy tint. more info
fiery swallowtail
fiery swallowtail
our price:$25.00

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Flirty and strong, this stunner is a shimmery blend of gold and vibrant rose petal red...a definite eye-catcher! more info
swiss chard
swiss chard
our price:$25.00

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Named after the colorful, leafy green rich in antioxidants, this chartreuse-and-scarlet red silk may indeed satisfy the daily US-RDA requirements -- for looking FABULOUS!! more info
tuscan olive
tuscan olive
our price:$25.00

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A solid green-within-green layered weave, this vibrant hue looks fantastic on a woman...and her windows! more info
black raspberry
black raspberry
our price:$25.00

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It's no surprise that this silk is one of our most popular. Its delicious blend of lavender and rich black is a knockout! more info
blackberry
blackberry
our price:$25.00

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A little bit of mystery surrounds this bewitching color, but its muted, meditative aura soothes the souls of those in its presence. more info
blueberry
blueberry
our price:$25.00

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It's okay if blueberries are not actually in season right now, because this eye-popping bluish purple-and-black shot is perfect all year round! more info
comet tail
comet tail
our price:$25.00

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Nothing captures the cold beauty of outer space like this unique indigo-and-dark magenta pairing. more info
eggplant
eggplant
our price:$25.00

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A bit lighter than its namesake, and intensified with a kelly green tint. One of our most vibrant silks ever! more info
gilded violet
gilded violet
our price:$25.00

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Victorian and shimmery, this breathtaking silk is a blend of gold and violet. more info
french lilac
french lilac
our price:$25.00

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A potpourri of soft, supple violet shot with Arctic White, this dupioni achieves a perfect balance of warm and cool. Radiates a feminine elegance - innocent but knowing. more info
juicy grape
juicy grape
our price:$25.00

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This color reminds us of grape juice -- the sugary, artificially-sweetened kind we were addicted to as kids. That's how we KNOW you're going to love it! more info
mariposa
mariposa
our price:$25.00

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This iridescent cream-and-lilac shot is so gossamer and ethereal that it reminded us of the delicate butterflies ("mariposa," in Spanish) out our office window. more info
periwinkle
periwinkle
our price:$25.00

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This color comes from the blue-violet family. Its name derives from a plant called the myrtle herb, which bears flowers of the same color. more info
phlox
phlox
our price:$25.00

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This solid magenta silk reminds us of the lovely little flower that dots the window boxes of homes all across the USA. more info
pixie dust
pixie dust
our price:$25.00

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We accidentally spilled a beaker of premium-grade pixie dust on a roll of plain white dupioni, and this beautiful magenta-and-navy two-toned color materialized right in front of our very eyes!! more info
raisin
raisin
our price:$25.00

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This mouth-watering color is juicy and sweet! more info
ultraviolet
ultraviolet
our price:$25.00

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According to Wikipedia, the color Ultraviolet "consists of frequencies that humans identify as the color violet and causes many substances to glow." more info
vegas
vegas
our price:$25.00

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This deep, new plum tips its hat to a city known for its opulence and sex appeal. Don't worry: once you purchase this color, what happens in your sewing room, STAYS in your sewing room. more info
victorian violet
victorian violet
our price:$25.00

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Violet is the new blue! This one is a deep indigo that brilliantly balances power and grace. Perfect for Medieval costumes! more info
honeycrisp
honeycrisp
our price:$25.00

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A pale-gold and scarlet shot. Even more delectable than its namesake! more info
voodoo
voodoo
our price:$25.00

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This solid, exotic magenta will put a curse on you!
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wallowberry
wallowberry
our price:$25.00

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Moody and sophisticated, Wallowberry combines a sultry magenta with a rich onyx black... more info
wild orchid
wild orchid
our price:$25.00

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Soft and graceful, this willowy lavender-and-off-white beauty favors serenity over grandeur.

Orchids symbolize fertility, virility, and sexuality. These associations, coupled with their exotic appearance, have given them a long history of being associated with love and elegance throughout various cultures and time periods. Lavender orchids symbolize royalty and admiration, and are traditionally given as a sign of respect…
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arizona sunset
arizona sunset
our price:$25.00

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AN ARIZONA SUNSET is a celestial ballet of bold oranges and wispy violets that pirouette across the vast canvas of the desert sky. The sun, a radiant maestro, bids adieu with waves of these colors which embrace the rugged landscape as the sky grows dark.

This breathtaking evening display is mirrored in the folds of this iridescent silk wonder: vibrant tangerine and daring violet are woven together to re-enact nature's most exquisite finale. It's as if the very sky has imbued its celestial convergence of nature and magic into this stunning silk fabric!

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campfire
campfire
our price:$25.00

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This color epitomizes that special feeling of sitting by a warm flame with friends and family. more info
clementine
clementine
our price:$25.00

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This glossy light orange with a red shot recalls one of our favorite easy-to-peel fruits! But the best part? This one's seedless! more info
coppery violet
coppery violet
our price:$25.00

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**WARNING: this combination of copper and violet has created a fairytale color that may cause daydreaming for hours on end!** more info
cranberry zinger
cranberry zinger
our price:$25.00

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This exquisite silk combines Juicy Orange with a strong Fuchsia center. It's vibrance is off the charts!!  Neither you - nor your admirers - will be able to take your eyes off it! more info
firewood
firewood
our price:$25.00

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A mindblowing combination of rose petal red and sunbeam yellow, this color evokes seasonal memories... more info
princess
princess
our price:$25.00

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Straight out of a fairytale comes this sumptuous light gold-and-fuchsia combination.  Perfect for all princesses! more info
flame
flame
our price:$25.00

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Deep and Sultry, this dramatic burst of red-and-orange will turn heads in any room...a definite movie star in the dupioni world! more info
georgia peach
georgia peach
our price:$25.00

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The state of Georgia is known for many fine products, but the most famous and possibly the most beloved is the peach. We tip our hat to the fine people there. more info
juicy orange
juicy orange
our price:$25.00

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Truly mouth-watering, you have to see it to believe it! And packed with lots of Vitamin C! more info
mandarin orange
mandarin orange
our price:$25.00

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This exquisite silk combines Pumpkin with Magenta to create an eye-popping new color that recalls the exotic nature of the Far East. more info
octarine
octarine
our price:$25.00

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Octarine is the color of magic, the undisputed pigment of the imagination. Whenever it appears, it is a sign that mere matter is a servant to the power of the magical mind. Enchantment itself! more info
october sky
october sky
our price:$25.00

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This warm, earth-toned pumpkin-and-kelly green stunner is one of our loveliest. A silk bouquet of seasonal beauty! more info
pumpkin
pumpkin
our price:$25.00

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A shimmery orange-within-orange that has just the right balance of depth and vibrance. Will make you wish autumn were here today! more info
pumpkin pie
pumpkin pie
our price:$25.00

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PUMPKIN PIE is like a warm hug on a crisp fall day, filling our hearts and homes with the most comforting embrace of flavors. With each velvety bite, you transport us to cherished gatherings, where laughter and love intertwine.

And this exquisite dupioni embodies the very essence of its yummy namesake: a two-toned spicy orange-and-onyx black dupioni silk whose unforgettable hue recalls cinnamon-kissed pumpkin as its nubby texture and glittering sheen dance together in sensory delight. Just as pumpkin pie is a timeless centerpiece of holiday celebrations, make this stunner the heart of your next project!

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rust
rust
our price:$25.00

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A bold, fiery orange bonded to a black crossweave. Chemical oxidation has never looked this sexy! more info
salmon
salmon
our price:$25.00

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Our state-of-the-art sonar equipment indicates that this shimmery coral-and-peach color will continue to swim upstream until it arrives at your sewing stash! more info
siberian gold
siberian gold
our price:$25.00

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Like a snow fox in the mountains of its namesake, this fair-haired gilded treasure recalls a pristine countryside in wintertime. more info
sparkling peach
sparkling peach
our price:$25.00

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Crisp and fruity, this feminine southern belle politely demands your attention. more info
terra cotta
terra cotta
our price:$25.00

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Terra Cotta's rich coppery-red hue radiates a strong warmth, and a rare purity of color. more info
aubergine
aubergine
our price:$25.00

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Our master artisans have created this sultry weave by adding burgundy highlights to onyx black. The result? An alluring, silky supermodel that spices up every occasion. more info
black cherry
black cherry
our price:$25.00

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Like the ripe berry itself intensified with a black tint, you can almost taste the sweetness of this extraordinary deep red silk! more info
cranberry
cranberry
our price:$25.00

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Crisp and refreshing, this solid color is a reinvigorating red elixir with a hint of fuchsia that nourishes your body...and your windows!

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juicy plum
juicy plum
our price:$25.00

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JUICY PLUM, a solid deep burgundy, is an undisputed star in the world of dupioni, captivating hearts and senses, particularly during the enchanting seasons of fall and winter. This rich hue is not merely a color; it's a statement - a bold, expressive note that resonates with elegance and sophistication. During winter's embrace, Juicy Plum takes on a particularly cozy allure, reminiscent of the warmth radiating from a crackling fireplace. It becomes a comforting companion, cocooning the senses in its sumptuous depths. Whether it graces a garment, an accessory, or an interior space, Juicy Plum is more than a fan favorite - it's an embodiment of seasonal splendor and a steadfast anchor in the palette of fall and winter aesthetics.

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merlot
merlot
our price:$25.00

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This warm, rich purplish-red silk may turn more than a few of you into wine afficionados...simply breathtaking! more info
spanish gold
spanish gold
our price:$25.00

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Rich and regal, this honey-caramel is reminiscent of European nobility... more info
pomegranate
pomegranate
our price:$25.00

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Warm and inviting, this iridescent cranberry-and-cinnamon fusion will melt even the hardest of hearts. more info
sangria
sangria
our price:$25.00

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Bold and regal, this unique silk combines Rose Petal red with a splash of teal. more info
cowboy
cowboy
our price:$25.00

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Red gingham exudes a timeless charm with its classic checkered pattern, capturing the essence of rustic simplicity and warmth. Its vibrant red hue evokes tradition and nostalgia, fond memories and a cozy atmosphere, making it a beloved choice for both fashion and home decor.

Checks measure 1/4”

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rhubarb
rhubarb
our price:$25.00

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Like it's succulent namesake, our newest red-and-pink shot is a syrupy-sweet confection for the eyes! more info
rose petal
rose petal
our price:$25.00

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Embodying the sophisticated beauty of a red rose, this crisp hue is a vibrant, stunning classic! more info
rustic red
rustic red
our price:$25.00

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Rose Petal red and cream join to form a very elegant, luxurious silk. Depending on the angle you view it from, this shimmery wonder shifts between the two colors dramatically. more info
scarlet
scarlet
our price:$25.00

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This exquisite ruby-colored spin perfectly fills the niche between our Rose Petal and Black Cherry silks. Absolutely regal! more info
strawberry
strawberry
our price:$25.00

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Straight from the fields of Santa Barbara comes a juicy red that just BEGS to be dipped in chocolate! more info
vintage pink
vintage pink
our price:$25.00

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A retro rhubarb-and-cream combination that evokes the long-lost colorways of yesteryear... more info
watermelon
watermelon
our price:$25.00

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A light, crisp blend of bright red and white! more info
bronzed aqua
bronzed aqua
our price:$25.00

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Complex and sexy, and a true never-ever. You'll definitely want this one for your bedroom...

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burnt sienna
burnt sienna
our price:$25.00

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Shot with black, this delicious re-imagining of everyone's favorite childhood crayon color is bound to stir up fond, long-forgotten memories, and give you a pinch of inspiration to create new ones... more info
cafe au lait
cafe au lait
our price:$25.00

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This one is like sipping a delicious cup of coffee while sitting outside a parisian coffeeshop.  C'est magnifique! more info