We understand how rep ribbons differ from all others, and how they are used in sewing.
pinterest Many probably met a wide selection of rep ribbons in needlework stores. Well, and those who have long been sewing on Burda patterns, are already familiar with this kind of ribbons! Unlike many other ribbons, they can perform not only a decorative function, but also other important tasks, however - first things first.
What is rep tape
pinterest Rep ribbon is a strip of fabric, one-colored or with a printed pattern, glossy or matte, with a characteristic transverse weft hem, the same on both sides. Available in widths from 5 to 60 mm, most often from polyester. Depending on the density of the threads, it can be hard, medium hard or soft.
What is rep tape for?
Like any other ribbon, rep is actively used for decorative purposes. Perhaps the most striking example here is the branded rep ribbon from the Gucci fashion house.
Gucci Dresses, coats, blouses, skirts, trousers - literally, all possible things are decorated with rep ribbons in the recognizable colors of the Gucci house.
Gucci Accessories and shoes are no exception: an extremely popular model is shoes with bow from rep ribbons.
By the way, if you would like to add a Gucci-style dress decorated with rep ribbons to your wardrobe, this is not so difficult!
Net-a-porter Earlier we talked about how to make a replica of a tweed dress from Gucci with our own hands, in which Kate Middleton attended the opening of the exhibition space of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. The cost of the original is, no less, about 150 thousand rubles!
How to sew a tweed dress Kate Middleton
Also, rep ribbon is often used in processing open sections of a product, for example, in outer clothing. In addition, rep ribbon perfectly replaces the trouser braid, which is used for hemming trousers. In this case, the rep tape is adjusted to the edge of the trousers on the front side, then the trousers are tucked and ironed, while the convex side of the tape should be on the release. After that, the pants are hemmed manually or on a typewriter.
You can get acquainted with the technology of hemming trousers in our master class:
How to hem trousers: processing the bottom of the trousers with a braid
Rep ribbon can also be used as individual parts, in particular, to create collars, strapless, epaulets, cuffs or decorative trims. The belt of a skirt or dress can be made of rep ribbon.
Also, rep ribbon is often used in needlework in the broadest sense: it is used to make handles for bags, hairpins and headbands, dolls and clothes for them, and, finally, rep ribbon can be used as a regular ribbon for gift wrapping.
