Katan Silk is a plain-woven fabric with PURE SILK THREADS or RESHAM. It consists of two threads twisted together and is mostly used for the warp of light fabrics and to create a sturdier and more durable fabric.
The varieties of Katan silk include:
- Katan Brocade: Figures or patterns on this garment are made with gold thread and both, the warp and weft are made of katan.
- Katan Butidar: This fabric has resham or gold butis (patterns or design( on it.
- Katan Butidar Mina: The design work on this fabric is made out of zari threads.
- Katan Butidar Paga: This type has a weft made of resham and contains buti work that is spaced 4 inches apart all over the body of the garment. When used for saris, this fabric has a 12-to-22-inch-wide pallu (or drape) which is wider than most saris along with a 2-inch-wide border.
