Habotai Silk Ponge 5 – Natural White Mulberry Silk
100% Mulberry Silk | Lightweight & Sheer | Natural White | 20 g/m²
Beautifully light, delicate and almost transparent, our Habotai Silk Ponge 5 is a wonderfully versatile pure silk fabric with a soft, flowing drape.
Made from 100% mulberry silk in its natural white colour, this fine fabric is particularly suited to natural dyeing, silk painting, nuno felting and textile art, as well as scarves, delicate clothing, bridal veils and dance costumes.
Its smooth surface and featherlight quality make it a pleasure to work with, whether you are creating flowing garments or exploring colour and surface design.
Fabric Specifications
| Property | Details |
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| Fabric | Habotai / Pongé 5 |
| Fibre composition | 100% Mulberry silk |
| Colour | Natural white, undyed |
| Width | Approx. 140 cm |
| Weight | 20 g/m² |
| Texture | Fine, smooth and lightweight |
| Transparency | Sheer / transparent |
| Finish | Natural, prewashed |
| Washing | 30°C handwash with silk detergent |
| Residual shrinkage | Approx. 3–5% |
The Fabric
Habotai, also known as Pongé, is a fine, lightweight silk fabric appreciated for its smooth texture, softness and fluid movement.
At just 20 g/m², this Pongé 5 is exceptionally light and transparent, making it ideal for delicate layers, flowing scarves and textile applications where softness and movement are essential.
The natural white colour provides a beautiful starting point for dyeing and painting, allowing the silk's subtle sheen to complement the colours applied.
Despite its delicate appearance, silk is a remarkably versatile natural protein fibre.
What does Pongé 5 mean?
The number 5 refers to the silk's traditional weight classification, measured in momme. Pongé 5 is an exceptionally lightweight, sheer silk, particularly well suited to silk painting, natural dyeing, nuno felting and delicate flowing textiles.
Natural Dyeing & Textile Art
Silk is one of the most rewarding fibres to work with in natural dyeing. Its protein structure has a natural affinity for many botanical dyes, allowing beautiful colours to develop when properly prepared and mordanted.
This lightweight Habotai is particularly suitable for:
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Natural dyeing: Botanical dyes, indigo and experimental colour work
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Silk painting: Hand-painted scarves, artwork and surface design
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Nuno felting: Incorporating fine silk into felted wool textiles
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Textile art: Layering, embroidery, mixed media and creative explorations
Its transparent quality is especially lovely for combining colour, texture and light in layered textile work.
Suitable For
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Clothing: Delicate blouses, lightweight summer garments and lingerie
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Accessories: Scarves, shawls and flowing silk wraps
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Bridal & occasion wear: Veils, decorative overlays and delicate details
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Dance & performance: Eurythmy garments, dance costumes and flowing fabric elements
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Home & creative textiles: Decorative hangings, sheer panels and textile art
Care Instructions
Handwash gently at a maximum of 30°C using a detergent suitable for silk.
Avoid vigorous rubbing, twisting and wringing. Dry away from direct heat and strong sunlight.
Although the fabric has been prewashed, allow for approximately 3–5% residual shrinkage. We recommend washing before cutting or sewing.
For natural dyeing and silk painting, prepare the fabric according to your chosen technique and test before working on larger pieces.
Ordering & Availability
Multiple quantities will be supplied in one continuous length whenever possible, unless otherwise requested.
Please contact us for larger quantities or fabric enquiries.
