FREE BELTING FEATHER & FAUX FUR • Belting is more of an end use rather than a • Faux furs in 1", 2" & 4" widths apparel trim specific construction • Washable polyester 1 glossary • Widths range from 1" to 3" • Feathers include 1 ⁄2"marabou in a rainbow of • Made from cotton webbing, polyester or colors, 3" insertable fringe & 6" ostrich boa polypropylene TIP: Feathers & furs are delightful for all types of • Solids, stripes, rainbow & many colors costuming & apparel applications. TIP: Heavy-duty elastic belting is available. RHINESTONE STRETCH TRIM • Choices from the traditional circular settings to • As popularity of knits grows, so does the square settings in gold, silver & black finishes demand for trims that work with knits • Rhinestones on mesh are designed to be cut • 1/16” stretch cords for jewelry making, stretch to desired width cluny laces, elastic-backed flowers, stretch • Hand sew or apply with fabric glue sequins & more TIP: Add glamour to any outfit with belts fashioned • Wide range of widths available from glittering rhinestone or sequin trim. TIP: Stretch sequin trims are particularly popular on dancewear & costumes. RICKRACK • Flat trim braided in a zigzag pattern 1 • Widths from 1/4" baby to 1 ⁄4" maxi rickrack • Washable, colorfast polyester NOTE: All styles not available in all colors. • Stitch down the center, glue on or hand stitch • Available in a rainbow of colors • Use as an accent, insert into seams or as edging detail TIP: Floating rickrack technique –Sew rickrack to the fabric with blindhem stitch, catching the points of the rickrack in the zigzag stitches. Courtesy of Simplicity Creative Group®/MD Fold the fabric. Sitches are visible on the Please read & follow all manufacturers’ instructions for all tools & materials wrong side. Trim will “float” along the edge used. Provide adult supervision if children participate in this project. Creative Ideas from Jo-Ann 166-5771 on the right side. more projects, tips & techniques at Joann.com® ©2015 Jo-Ann Stores, LLC CORD FLAT BRAID & TAPE CLUNY LACE • Twist cords are 2-, 3- or 4-ply & are offered • Knitted or woven • Crocheted look, vintage, handmade style in a variety of colors & fibers • Knits bend more easily • Usually 100% cotton • With or without a lip • Wovens lie flat; corners should be mitered • Easily dyed or tea-stained to “antique” • Knit or braid; stretch or nonstretch • Hand sew, machine sew or use fabric glue • Add layers to create texture on pillows, skirts • Widths from 1/16" to 1/2" • Widths from 1/4" solid soutache braid to 2" and blouses • For drawstrings, passementerie, belting, purse multi colored jacquard tape TIP: Make 3-D lace rosettes or flowers. handles, seam detailing, jewelry & crafts • For apparel, home decor or accessories TIP: Insert lip cord between layers of fabric to trim TIP: Use twill tapes as drawstrings, in plackets, or pillows, slipcovers or apparel seams. as seam detail. FRINGE LACE VENICE LACE • Hand sew, machine sew or use fabric glue • Steeped in tradition, many styles, fibers, colors • Embroidered, elegant & rich in design • Pompom or ball, chainette, tassel, beaded & patterns • Needle lace with no background fabric & brush fringes in many colors & textures • Widths from 1/4" Cluny picot edge to • Rayon or polyester, has glossy appearance • Trim header can be a decorative element or 7" Raschel lace • Metallic threads create opulent look can be inserted in the seam • Hand sew, machine sew or use fabric glue • For bridal sashes, wedding favors, special • Widths from 3/8" pompom fringe to TIP: Many types of lace don’t have a right or wrong occasion hair & fashion accessories 6" chainette fringe side. Some have a smooth side & a bumpy TIP: The rich styling of Venice lace makes it a • For home decor accents, apparel, crafts, side. Choose the side that works best for your wonderful choice for creating keepsakes. jewelry & accessories sewing project. TIP: Layer rows of fringe to create unique texture. GIMP BRAID RASCHEL LACE EYELET LACE • Narrow, flat & tightly knitted • Delicate, intricate patterns of scallops & • Embroidered cutwork edges on poplin • Turns & bends easily to trim complex surfaces, chain stitches • Flat eyelet patterns, scalloped edges & conceal seams or add texture • Hand or machine sew ruffles, with or without a header • Hand sew, machine sew or use fabric glue • Nylon or polyester, very soft hand • Durable, washable poly/cotton blend is a 3 • Widths from 1/4" to 1 ⁄4" • Very colorfast good choice for kidswear • For home decor; special occasion, costume & • For infant & children’s wear & lingerie TIP: Lace ribbon through the eyelet holes to apparel, accessories & crafts TIP: To create a ruffle, gather one side with a loose make a sweet accent for camis & slips. TIP: Use miniature gimp braid to trim doll running stitch. clothing..