Ribbon
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A narrow woven or knitted band of fabric, in materials from grosgrain to satin, used decoratively or functionally for trims, ties and closures.
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Bias binding
A narrow strip of fabric cut on the bias and folded to encase a raw edge, allowing it to curve smoothly around necklines, armholes and hems.
Cording
A thin, twisted or braided cord used inside piping, as a drawstring, or couched onto fabric for decorative surface texture.
Piping (sewing)
A folded strip of bias fabric enclosing a cord, inserted into a seam to create a raised decorative or defining edge along garment seams.
Rickrack
A flat, zigzag-woven braid trim stitched to the surface of fabric as a decorative edging, traditionally in cotton.
Fold-over elastic
A narrow elastic with a centre channel that folds crisply in half, used to bind and finish edges such as necklines and leg openings in one step.
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