This is a set of fabric that is from a women's haori (kimono jacket) that has been taken apart. The pattern is of chrysanthemums (kiku) and grass (kusa) in yellow on a black background. The pieces are in various lengths and widths, with the total being just over 8.5 meters.
Length: ~8.5m total
This is in a bunch of pieces as it was originally a haori. These pieces are in various lengths and widths, but total around 8.5 meters (9 yards).
Age:
1980s
Fabric Quality:
Silk, soft, lightly textured, lightweight, flowing
C - Stretching and slight ripping in much of the areas where it was shown, so this is best used in slightly thinner pieces (28cm wide instead of 32cm, for example).
Cleaning:
Dry Clean Only!
Air outside on a dry day a couple times a year.
Quality Rank (Outer Fabric):
S = Near Mint Condition, No signs of aging, staining, or wear.
A = A very small amount of staining or aging can be seen, such as one or two age spots.
B = Signs of use and a few small stains or many tiny stains (such as dots from aging).
C = Stains are easy to spot, large, and/or numerous, and may contrast heavily with the fabric.
D = Holes or very large stains. Significant signs of aging and use may also be seen.
E = Salvage only.