Hand-dyed silk flow props for dance & performing arts
100% Silk veil dance props & apparel hand-dyed in Melbourne by professional performing artist and creatrix Karina Flow.
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These veils are made from the sheerest habotai silk for an elegant, light & floaty effect.
Each piece of silk is handled with the upmost love & care, using the best quality dyes on the market.
Fans are made with high quality bamboo staves
Due to the nature of hand-made items, there may be some slight variation between ‘made to order’ items and colour reference photo
This makes your set of fans uniquely one of a kind!
‘Ready to ship’ items display the exact set of fans you are purchasing
All other silk veil listings are made to order
Bulk orders are discounted (email for quote)
Do you have an idea for a custom silk veil item? Want to match to your costume?
I open windows for a limited amount of custom orders throughout the year, you will see the ‘Custom’ listing on the shop page. If it is not visible this means I am taking a break.
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Ready to ship items are dispatched within 2-3 business days
Made to order / custom items have a 4-6 week creation time + Shipping time
Priority Service is available for an additional fee in which your order is shipped within 14 days (subject to availability)
All items are dispatched with insurance and tracking
Please note that silk items will likely arrive creased due to transit, I recommend ironing your silks once they arrive using a protective heat mat (available in the shop)
FAQ + Care Info + Tutorials
How to place a custom order
(If the custom order listing is not visible this means I am taking a break)
1.Go to the shop page
2. Click on the relevant category ie: silk fans, veil poi, flag wings
3. Click on the relevant listing depending on size/type/colour you want to purchase
4. Add to cart first and then the form will pop up
5. Fill out the details - use the colourway reference guide if you need OR paste link to inspo.
OR create your own gradient with this online tool and email me a screen shot of the colourway gradient image & your order number, then type ‘refer to email from ______’' in the notes
5. Continue reading the info below to help understand the various options
Length
The length of fan is measured by the entire fan including the part on the staves.
The standard options are 30inch, 38 inch, 44, 52, 58 & 66 inch. You can also request a custom length which will be quoted accordingly.
Please note that creased fans will appear shorter.
When a special trim is applied it will cut into the length you have chosen.
52 inch and above are harder to manage as a beginner but effortlessly beautiful
38 inch and shorter have the benefit of being usable even in windy conditions
as well as for more ‘techy’ tricks
Size
Various sizes are available for fans which differentiate in the length of the staves as well as the width of the veil. Here are the specs for each;
Regular Size - 31cm staves / 35 inch wide veil
Large Size - 36cm staves / 45 inch wide veil
Super Size - 39 cm staves / 45 inch wide veil
Atlas Size - 50cm staves / 55 inch wide veil
Orientation
Silk Fans can be dyed in various orientations, these two are the most popular however if you would like 1 set of fans to have a different colour on each fan this is also an option. Or perhaps in the horizontal orientation you might want the staves to be on the pink end for one fan, and on the green end for the other one. So many unique variations!
For horizontal orientations - please specify at checkout which colour you would like on the hand held/stave end.
For custom designs you can send a detailed description via email here.
Mirrored orientation is when the colour gradient repeats , the mirror line can either be along the width or length of the veil. This can be applied to Silk Fans, Poi Veils, Hoop veils or belly dance silks.
Special Trims
Various trims can be added to make your silk fans stand out - view the options here
Add this separately to your cart, the listing can be found in the ‘add ons’ tab
Trims can be left raw or hemmed - please note that unhemmed trims makes them prone to fraying
Trims are cut into the length of fan you choose, therefore you may want to consider getting a longer length for this add on (38inches and above is recommended)
Premium Fans vs Practice Fans
Practice fans are priced cheaper than Premium fans because they differ in overall quality, practice fans use less durable silk and are not hemmed on the sides of the veil. The colour gradient may not be as smooth or rich and there may be visible dye/glue blemishes present however they still function the same and are a great affordable option for those on a budget or as a second set to practice with in order to prolong the life of your Premium fans. Practice fans also have lighter staves therefore are great for extended periods of use to alleviate strain on the wrists.
Half Moon Fans
These shorter length fans are perfect for techy moves whilst the extra width creates flowy visuals, the semi-circle shape of the veils makes spinning in stave grip very effective.
Veil Wings
Silk Veil wings come in two sizes Medium & Large.
You will need a set of poles to use the wings effectively, these can be purchased here.
The poles are telescopic which makes them convenient for travelling with, when you receive your order I highly recommend practicing with the poles alone to work out the best length to extend them too, it is very easy to tear the silk on the poles when they are too long and accidently scrape the ground or ceiling, for this reason I would make sure your poles do not touch the floor when your arm is fully extended and pointing down. Wings have a reinforcement layer in the end of the tube to make them more durable.
Eco-Friendly Packaging
We strive to be as kind to the earth as possible by using HEROPACKs reusable & compostable packaging which is 100% plastic free. The only time we may use plastic is when recycling previously used packaging, otherwise we wrap your precious items in biodegradable green wrap.
These HEROPACK satchels are made from cornstarch and are designed to use twice, simply cut along the line on the flap and re-use it with the second adhesive (glue) strip.
If its no longer useable, you can cut it up and pop it into your compost/green bin.
Once composted properly, the HEROPACKs will start to break down and turn into amazing fertiliser for the garden.
View the colourway reference guide here
Caring for your silks
Habotai Silk is a very fine fabric that requires some extra handling care to ensure its longevity. To make your silk fans last it is recommended to store them somewhere safe or inside a soft bag. (Available to purchase here)
I personally store mine unraveled and hanging to keep the silks from creasing. Eg. close staved inside a wardrobe with silk hanging down from the top shelf.
When transporting silks I would recommend a soft fan bag (available to purchase in the shop) or if you want to keep them crease free I sometimes carry them inside a suit protector using a hanger with clips.
Pay attention to your surroundings when dancing with them to avoid getting them hooked on a small splinter and tearing. If you do accidentally make a rip in your silks they may be repairable using a fabric tacky glue such as ‘Dritz Liquid Stitch’. You can also use this glue if the silks have peeled away from the staves after prolonged use by diluting it with water.
Avoid getting your silks too wet as the dye might bleed from one colour to another. You can hand wash your silks by dipping each colour separately into cold water and a mild silk detergent. Use fresh water for each colour. Make sure the colours don’t touch each other when drying.
You can iron your silks if they are creased using the lowest setting on your iron or the ‘Silk’ option if there is one. A heat protective ironing cloth is highly recommended. (Available to purchase here)
Be aware that dyed silks will gradually fade when exposed to sunlight.
Depending on usage and how well you care for your silks you can expect them to last between 3-5 years.
Tutorials
