just wanna share some tips and uses of grosgrain ribbons ^_^
credited to http://www.infobarrel.com/About_Grosgrain_Ribbon InfoBarrel
There are many uses for grosgrain ribbon.
Cheap high quality grosgrain ribbon is important.
Grosgrain
Ribbon comes in numerous widths and an array of colors and prints. It's
durable and can be folded, sewed and manipulated into things from
simple bows to elaborate works of art. It is usually the choice of many
seamstress for sewing because it is so easy to work with. Most hair bows
are made from grosgrain ribbons. It's the preferred choice for
trimmings on items such as dresses, purses, blankets and many other
crafts. Much more durable, sturdy and easier to work with than satin
ribbons. Best of all, quality isn't always sacrificed in cheap grosgrain
ribbons. Test it out before purchasing a large quantity.
Most commonly grosgrain ribbon is made
from 100% polyester. It is tiny threads tightly woven and ribbed
together. This weave of threads makes the ribbon very strong and sturdy,
but if the ends are not sealed it is extremely easy for the ribbon to
unravel and fray. The ends can be sealed by several different methods.
One is by applying a product called liquid fray check. It is a liquid
that is placed at the point of cut and bonds the threads together to
prevent unraveling. Another method is by using heat by various ways.
This will not work on natural material ribbons because it will ignite
into flames. Polyester on the other hand just simply melts. Heat is
applied very quickly to make a nice even sealed edge. If the heat is
applied to long it makes an uneven melted mess. Warning: Saddle stitched
and moon stitched ribbon does contain some cotton in the detailing. Do
not hold it to an open flame.
Many people
mistake the polyester grosgrain for other materials because of its
glossy shine. It can be washed, as long as the ends are sealed first.
Washing grosgrain ribbon is important before using on an item that at a
future date will be washed. It helps set the color and prevent it from
running. Washing the ribbon also softens it, as it is usually stiff.
However, stiff ribbon is easier to work with and hold form better. There
are ways to stiffen ribbon. One of these include using a liquid starch mixture.
Another great feature of grosgrain is that because it is polyester its shape can be manipulated by a heating process. To make korker ribbon, simply wrap the ribbon around a wooden dowel rod and attach it with a clothes pin at each end. Place the rods on a cookie sheet and bake at a low heat, something between 225 to 275 degrees Fahrenheit.
Bake the ribbon for 15 to 45 minutes and cool. Remove the ribbon from
the dowel rod and it will hang in curls. The size of the ribbon and
dowel rod will determine the size of the curl. Most commonly people use
3/8 inch ribbon. This curly type of grosgrain ribbon is what is used to
make korker bows, socks, flip-flops and sometimes in cheerleading hair bows.
The ribbon can also be crinkled or ruffled by sewing a loose seam in it. Sew the seam in the middle and pull to gather for a crinkled effect. For a ruffle, sew a loose seam at the edge and pull to gather.
3 comments:
Wonderful pic, wonderful writing. I can't help to read your next post. By the way, Would you like to wholesale Ribbon from China's Largest Ribbon Manufacturer, we have 19 sizes, 196 colors with various styles of Christmas Decoration Ribbon, organza ribbon, grosgrain ribbon and other ribbons as well as bows for choice. All are sold with low price assured. Halloween Ribbon is sold hot recently. Our customers include LV, Chanel, Disney, Playboy, Boss and many other famous brands. Trust me, we won't let you down!
Website: http://www.yamaribbon.com
Satin ribbon High quality, woven edge, with a printing high quality. This tape is designed for all professionals and luxury packaging.
satin polyester ribbon
hot stamping foil
hot stamping type
Good ribbon with nice design.
Wholesale Ribbon and Bows
Post a Comment