There's are tips on how to remove the silk at http://www.fasteasyrecipe.com/blog/2007/10/slips-right-off.html basically you use water and a paper towel.
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Another great way is to roll them especially if they're leafy herbs, there's more on how to do it here: http://www.fasteasyrecipe.com/blog/2007/10/can-you-smoke-it.html
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