The Tongxiang area in Zhejiang Province is rich in silk, and almost every household in rural areas raises silkworms. The silkworm culture in Wuzhen of Tongxiang City has a long history. Wuzhen silk inherits the essence of the ancients, inherits traditional craftsmanship, and integrates modern technology. It is made of natural silkworm silk and other handmade silk floss. Its performance is flexible, comfortable, moisture absorbing, breathable, and durable, making it an ideal bedding for returning to nature.
Yida Silkworm Workshop, a century-old shop located at Shitian Square in the West Gate Scenic Spot of Wuzhen, showcases various processes from mulberry planting, sericulture, cocoon harvesting, silk reeling, and brocade weaving in its workshop area, as well as displays cotton picking, silk quilt making, and weaving of black brocade. There are shops inside and in front of the workshop, selling silk quilts, silk fabrics, and various types of Wuxhen brocade products. Similarly, here is a showcase of handmade silk reeling techniques and tools from over a hundred years ago.
Sales location: Yida Silkworm Workshop, Silk Cotton Quilt Shop
Keyword:souvenirs, silk quilt