Ribbons

Ribbons are thin strips of paper or fabric used to tie gifts, bags, boxes, packages, and more. When we say the word ribbon, the first impression in our mind is the satin red ribbon tied in a neat bow on top of a big gift box. And this is what they are used for too. Ribbons serve the purpose of tying or knotting items for a fancy and decorative look. They have a variety of sizes and innumerable colors to satisfy the needs of their buyers. The color variations are like a detailed color palette with countless shades.

There are many sizes of ribbons. They start from half an inch up to 3 inches. These sizes are determined according to use. The half inch ribbon is used in ribbon embroideries for tying, making bands and braids, and other handicrafts. The half inch ribbon has many colors available. The length of a roll varies. Some rolls have 10 yards of ribbon in a roll. Others may have up to 25 yards. This length is according to use. Ribbons of 0.4 inches are used for embroidery, so they have a roll of 10 yards. Thicker sizes may have longer lengths depending on their usability. The most common half-inch ribbon material is satin for that premium shiny look and smooth feel. This smooth and shiny texture adds to the beauty and grace of the ribbon, especially when used in patterns for fabrics.

Thicker ribbons have other uses. Ribbons can be used in countless ways, but we discuss a few here. The one-inch ribbon is a common size and can be used to create relatively thicker designs on a frame. The one-inch ribbon wraps various surfaces such as wreaths, pens, glass with tapered designs, and more. For handicrafts, it is used in embroideries and patterns.

The thicker ribbons have other decorative purposes. They are used in handicrafts but not embroidery due to their widths which cannot fit a needle hole. However, they fulfill their important function in wrapping, making handles, and other crafts. The most common size used for crafts is one inch and 2 inches. These ribbons also come in many colors. They have a wide color palette to cater to different needs. The wider ribbons are used to make hand-made flowers, bows, and streamers. The ribbons used for these purposes are satin. Recently, velvet ribbons have made their way into the market and perfectly serve the purpose of décor and adornment. The 2 inches ribbon is used for fabric, too, for facings or bordering. Such ribbons are made of fabric materials such as silk, satin, organza, net, or other softer material. It is interesting to note that changes in ribbon material change their uses too. A single type of ribbon is not used for all purposes, although it does serve many purposes.

Fabric is not the only ribbon material. There are paper-based ribbons also. They are used for tying and making bows. Such ribbons cannot be used on fabrics since they are stiff and do not bend or curl well. They find their uses in wrapping or covering boxes and other crafts. Some paper-based or synthetic ribbons are pre-made to fold or twist to make pretty bows and flowers simply. This saves time and is quite convenient for people who do not know handicrafts but wish to decorate their boxes and baskets with these silky items.

Conclusion

Ribbons come in all widths and lengths. Customers pick the type, size, and color based on their purpose and preference. While ribbons serve many functions, it is still important to know which ribbon type is perfect for a certain task. Pen to Ink has the widest range of ribbons in the widest range of colors for its buyers.