Silk-thread jewellery is made by tightly wrapping coloured silk or, more often, rayon thread around a base, usually plastic or metal bangles or card-backed earring shapes. The thread is then decorated with stones, beads, mirrors or zari.
It is light, bright and easy to colour-match to clothing, which makes it popular for festivals, weddings and gifting. It is mostly made by small craft units and home-based workers, not by Rajkot metal casting workshops.
Common products
- Thread bangles in sets, often colour-matched to outfits.
- Jhumkas and drop earrings wrapped in thread.
- Necklaces and chokers with thread-wrapped beads.
- Hair accessories and anklets.
Where it is made
Thread jewellery is produced in many parts of India as a cottage craft. Some Rajkot suppliers sell it as part of a wider range, but they usually buy it from craft makers rather than making it themselves. For a dedicated thread range, look for a supplier who manages the craft makers directly.
What to check
- Tight, even wrapping with no gaps, loose ends or glue marks.
- Colour fastness: thread should not bleed onto skin or clothes when damp.
- Base strength: plastic bases can crack, so check bangle sizes and flexibility.
- Stones and beads glued on firmly, with no excess adhesive.
What this means for a buyer
Silk-thread jewellery is a low-cost, high-colour category, but it is handmade by dispersed workers, so consistency varies. Agree colours and finish on a sample and inspect each batch. Our guide to buying mixed designs in small quantities helps when you are testing colours.
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