Frequently Asked

Here you can find the answers to frequently asked questions about SoARVI hand-torn and hand-dyed feathered edge silk wedding ribbons, cotton wedding favour satchets, and our other handmade wedding accessories. If you still have questions, don’t hesitate to contact us directly!

Products

   

Handmade raw-edge silk ribbons

 

Where can I purchase the ribbons?
You can buy the ribbons in our ETSY shop.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/SoARVI

Or email us for a custom request: soarvisilk@gmail.com

How are the ribbons made?
We dye the silk by hand, in small batches, then we tear the fabric to create feathered-edged ribbons of different width. We use natural dyes (professional silk dyes made from natural pigments), which gives a natural variation in colour depth and intensity. All of your ribbons are handmade, therefore there might be minor flaws in the materials. We feel this only adds to the natural beauty of our products. Please take this fact into consideration before placing an order.

Our patterned ribbons, stashes and scarves are hand painted with professional silk paints. We use our own designed patterns and drawings for silk painting.

Are you available for custom orders?
Yes, all of out items are handmade and are basically MADE TO ORDER in our studio, therefore they require some time to make. Specify your preferred colours, ribbon widths via private message.

Please note that there is a minimum order of 5 m per colour/width.

Due to the hand dying process, differences might occur in the colour shades – even within one batch. All of your ribbons are handmade, therefore there might be minor flaws in the materials. We feel this only adds to the natural beauty of our products. Please take this fact into consideration before placing an order.

Please allow for 3-5 business days for making your ribbon (plus shipping).

Is there a minimum order quantity?
All of your ribbons come on lovely wooden reels, each reel contains either 5 meters or 10 metres of ribbons. Therefore the minimum order for every item is 5 meter!

The 5 meter length ribbons are made of one long piece, there are no cuts or stitches in the ribbon.

We also have 10 meter long ribbons – uncut, without seams. Every order above 10 metres from the same type of ribbon, however, comes in more, 5 or 10 meter long pieces on separate spools (i.e. a 15 meter order will come as 10 + 5 meter or 5 + 5 + 5 meter, according to your wish).

Are the indicated ribbon widths accurate?
Each of our ribbons are hand torn to the indicated approximate width. There might be a maximum of 0.5 cm difference (plus or minus) compared to the inditated width.
Do you accept wholesale orders?
Yes, we are happy to stock up retail shops, stationery stores, florists, decorators, accessory designers, stationery designers and other makers around the globe. Our wholesale minimum order quantity is 12 spools. Please inquire for wholesale prices in private message.
Can I buy 1-4 or 6-9 meters from the ribbons?
No, unfortunately. We only supply 5 or 10 meter batches. However, you may find special deals for ready made ribbons cut to certain length and width.
What colours are available?
We are continually widening our selection of colours, please visit our ETSY shop for our current line of colours.

A sample kit will soon be available for sale to make your colour selection easier.

Can I buy colour swatches?
A sample kit will soon be available for sale to make your colour selection easier.
Are the ribbons washable?
Yes, silk can be washed and most of our dyes resist washing. Please wash in cool water, without any detergent if possible. Our dyes are pH sensitive, therefore the ribbons might change colour if washed with soap or non-neutral detergents.

Some of our selected ribbons are dyed with pigments reached out of wild plants and other natural sources. These might change or lose some of their colour if exposed to direct sunlight or during washing.

Please note that with washing, the raw edges of the ribbon might fray even more. If this occurs, just cut the loose threads with scissors.

What is the material the ribbons are made of?
The ribbons are made of 100% lightweight organic mulberry silk. The ribbons have raw edges that might fray over time and with washing. If fraying occurs, just cut the loose threads and you can reuse your ribbon for several occassions, as silk is one of the most durable fabrics of all time.

Cotton wedding favour satchets

 

Where can I purchase the wedding favour satchets?
To buy the satchets, please visit our Etsy shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/SoARVI
What is the material the drawstring satchets are made of?
The favour bags are made of 100% raw cotton, and therefore has a natural beige colour.
In what colours can I purchase the ombre dyed favour satchets?
We can dye the wedding favour satchets to any colour that is darker that the natural beige colour of the fabric. Please have a look at our silk ribbons for our available colour choice!
Can you create custom sizes?
Yes, but please consider that custom sewing takes time. Please make sure your deadline is not too close before placing an order for custom sized favour satchets.
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