I wove some scarves in an advancing twill with 60/2 silk weft, sett at 60 EPI. This is the first time I've used silk that fine. I used 2 strands of tram silk for the weft, and my weft was less than 60 PPI. (I didn't measure it on the loom; I can measure now if that's an important fact.) When I took the scarves off the loom they were a little stiff - no problem, I figured. They were certainly soft while wet and after they were mostly dry, which is when pressed them.
Now, unfortunately, they're stiff, not the luxurious, smooth drape I'd expect. (That may not be so obvious in the photo, but it's true.) Should I wash again and press less? Rinse in fabric softener? Other ideas?
Thanks!
Peg