Weaving looms need constant attention to produce luxurious silk fabrics

Silk fabrics are manufactured in a variety of colors and patterns. Some looms are electric, but others are people-powered, like these treadle looms

A display of the various steps in the process of silk manufacturing

Silkworms destined to produce the precious filament for fabrics are provided with special baskets in which to spin their cocoons

This woman invited us into her home and shop to see the silk fabrics created in her family business