Silk Canvas

Silk Canvas
SILK CANVAS
A plain weave silk fabric, used especially for embroidery work. Made in all widths up to 54-in. and the threads are formed by twisting silk around a cotton core.

Dictionary of the English textile terms. 2014.

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