Katan silk is known for its fine, soft, and delicately lustrous texture. Katan silk fabrics are made using the finest quality of Mulberry Silk in both the warp and the weft, woven in a plain weave. Katan silk is known for its excellent craftsmanship and rich Indian culture.

1. What is Katan Silk?
   • Katan silk is a type of silk fabric that is made using the finest quality of Mulberry Silk in both the warp and the weft, woven in a plain weave, by twisting together filaments to create a sturdier and more durable fabric.
2. What is the origin of Katan silk?
   • Katan silk originates from Persia and came to India during the rise of the Mughal Empire. Women belonging to the royal families indulged in silk purchased from China, Persia and even parts of India in order to weave stylish and elegant garments.
3. What are some of the varieties of weaves used to produce Katan silk sarees?
   • Some of the varieties of weaves used to produce Katan silk sarees are:
     • Jamdani: This weave is characterized by using a light and translucent fabric with the patterns in the thicker thread for an effect
     • Jangla: This technique includes heavy and intricate weaving with floral and bird motifs, which represent the jungle. The patterns are woven in gold and silver zari.
     • Tanchoi: This is a warp-faced, satin base fabric and always woven using silk extra weft ornamentation on a silk ground of plan, twill or satin weave.