Characteristics of satin ribbons and their application

Satin ribbons belong to the group of decorative and finishing materials that are in great demand among needlewomen. Due to its exceptional technological and aesthetic characteristics, this textile product has received the widest scope of application: ribbons are used to make home decor items, jewelry, and are used to create elegant hairstyles.

We will talk about what these tapes are and how to create a real masterpiece from them in our review.

Satin ribbons are considered the most popular textile product. They have key advantages:

• strength;

• resistance to the environment;

• decorativeness;

• wide choose;

• affordable prices.

Depending on the raw material used, the belts can be made of rayon silk or acetate. They are presented in several varieties, which differ in shades, length, as well as width and density.

The history of the satin ribbon is rooted in the distant past; it became one of the first adornments for our ancestors. In ancient times, hairstyles were created using a ribbon made by interweaving plant fibers, it was woven into the hair, and this was considered a beautiful decor. Scientists have found evidence of the use of such tapes in various parts of the planet.

In ancient times, ribbons were no less popular. At that time, satin braid was made from natural cotton or linen fiber and decorated with expensive stones, gold embroidery and coins.But only the most noble and wealthy people could afford them, because because of their sophistication, the price of jewelry was inaccessible to the peasants.

However, some fashion historians associate the origin of satin ribbons with ancient China. It was in this country that silk production was first mastered. In the XIV century, the fabric reached the inhabitants of the Old World, and already there they began to make ribbons from it. By the way, in different countries, the features of their use varied: in some cultures they were an ornament, in others - an indicator of high status, and in still others - they were endowed with a sacred meaning.

Nowadays, satin ribbon belongs to the category of decorative items. Today, technology has gradually moved away from the use of natural raw materials in favor of synthetics. Most often, viscose is taken for the manufacture of satin threads, and the shimmer effect is created using acetate fibers. The high quality product is resistant to ultraviolet light, chemicals, high and low temperatures.

Satin ribbons can be matte or glossy, single or double-sided. The braid is available in various colors, plain dyed and printed.

Manufacturers produce satin ribbons in reels, the width varies from 0.3 to 12 cm. Moreover, the narrower the product is, the lower its price. The most demanded strips are 6 mm, 1.2 cm, 2.5 cm, 3 cm, 4 cm, 5 cm wide, a little less often they use 8 cm, 10 cm, and 12 cm options. Regardless of the size, they can differ in the level of rigidity - this factor is associated with the peculiarities of the technology and the type of impregnation used by the manufacturers.

Satin ribbons are available in three main colors - white, black and colored. The latter, in turn, are divided into several dozen shades - red, orange, blue, green, gold, yellow, purple and many others.

Satin ribbons can vary in decoration method. There are three main ways:

• thermal rise;

• hot stamping;

• full color sublimation printing.

Thermal rise is a separate type of relief printing, such ribbons are distinguished by a convex texture.

Hot stamping - this technique allows you to apply the corporate logo of companies to the tape, such models are in demand when designing glass bottles and children's toys.

Full color sublimation printing - in this case, the dye penetrates into the fibers of the fabric as deeply as possible. The area with the image remains smooth for a long time and does not fade under the rays of the sun.

Satin ribbons are most widely used when creating hairstyles. The easiest way is to tie them like a bow on the tail, but such decor is more effective when weaving braids.

The scythe itself is a successful styling method, widely in demand since ancient times. When decorating such weaving with ribbons, the decorative effect of the option only increases. At the same time, the shiny braid not only improves the visual characteristics of the structure, but at the same time also strengthens the pigtail.

Weaving a satin ribbon into a traditional braid is easy. The structure of the hair and its length do not matter.

By supplementing the styling with braid, you can get any option for a beautiful styling: a straight braid, a pair of braids on the sides, and a waterfall or even a basket. There are different weaving patterns using a piece of shimmery textiles. The easiest way to braid a traditional braid is from a ponytail. This method is elementary, it is available for independent weaving, and it will take no more than 5 minutes to create a hairstyle. The step-by-step instructions include a few simple steps.

Dry hair is collected in one ponytail and secured with an elastic band. Additionally, a tape is fixed at the base. The tail is neatly divided into three parts of equal thickness. The braid is fastened with middle or side strands. Next, they begin weaving a classic single-strand braid.

The remaining tip is either secured with an elastic band or left hanging down. Alternatively, you can tie the strip into a bow. The hairstyle is ready.

Nowadays, the relevance of the ribbon in the braid has already lost its former relevance. Despite the fact that the ribbon in the braid does not know the age limits, the option is popular mainly for performing children, as well as ethnic hairstyles. Adult ladies turn to this styling option much less often.

Usually, owners of thin and thin hair resort to styling with ribbons. They need weaving fabric to strengthen the structure and give visual volume to a thin braid. Therefore, with thick hair and thick hair, it is preferable to use a decorative cord.

To correct imperfections in appearance, it is important to correctly select the width and density of the braid. So, the minimalistic tape format is suitable for owners of thick braids. Fashionistas with a "mouse tail" should opt for wide ribbons. When weaving, you can use not one, but 2 strips or more. In this case, the braid can be the same or differ in texture, thickness and color scheme.

Very often, kanzashi bows are made from satin ribbons. Hairstyles with them become the basis for a stylish and catchy look. This option is optimal for a children's formal hairstyle - babies with stripes of flowers in the kanzashi style look like real princesses. Adult girls often use this option when forming a wedding bow.

Needlewomen create very beautiful flowers from satin braid. It is best to take a tape 4-6 cm wide for this. It is cut into 5-7 cm pieces, petals are formed and collected in a bud. This decor can be used to decorate clothes, paintings or use as a boutonniere for the groom.

For flowers, it is advisable to use a colored ribbon. Experienced craftswomen make it on their own using acrylic dyes. To do this, take a plain strip and moisten it well with water. After that, paint is applied along the edges and wait for it to disperse along the canvas in different directions. The result is a beautiful ribbon in several shades - a rather unusual, fabulous flower comes out of it. Poppies, lilies and asters are especially beautiful from a satin ribbon; you can make a stylish topiary from it.

Many beautiful things can be made from satin ribbons.

To create a decoration, you can take solid colored stripes, or you can combine several ribbons. They are tightly wrapped around the entire hoop in a spiral and the prepared decorative elements are fixed.

Thin textile strips are suitable for their creation. Weaving is done according to the volume of the hand.

To decorate the festive table on Bright Sunday, the textile decor is attached to polystyrene eggs. It is easy to decorate them with colorful stripes and prepare a stylish interior decoration that matches the theme of the celebration.

Satin ribbons are suitable for three-dimensional embroidery. A panel with an abundance of flowers can become a worthy decoration for any interior.

It will not be difficult for novice needlewomen to make all kinds of children's jewelry for phone cases, backpacks and crocheted bags, as well as baubles for young beauties and many other decor options.

Satin ribbons are organic as a decor and can be used to decorate cars for a wedding, decorate jewelry boxes and baskets for soap, sewing blankets and bedspreads. Ribbons are used to create stylish DIY accessories. The braid is in demand when making bookmarks and lacing dresses.

Gift boxes are wrapped with such braid instead of wrapping paper, envelopes are tied when newborns are discharged from the hospital, tables are decorated for the holidays.

You can make a garland for a Christmas tree from satin ribbons. All that is needed for this is to twist the tape and "boil" in boiling water for 10-15 minutes. Alternatively, soak and keep in the oven for a quarter of an hour. When the braid is dry, it is carefully unwound and beautiful spirals are obtained.

Braid is often used for graduation ribbons or for other distinctive features of a person. In a word, satin ribbons are a wonderful universal product that came to us from time immemorial, which can be used to create decor of all types.