Fabric Planning and Buying
Velvet Ribbon 16 mm Violet
Item no. 27780
€1.75per 0.5 m
Unit price €3.50 / m · incl. VAT, plus shipping
Velvet ribbon in violet, a clear, cool purple. 16 mm wide, 100 % polyamide, carrying a short dense pile. By the metre from 0.2 metres for bows, hair accessories and wrapping.
in stock
Delivery time approx. 3–5 working days
Free shipping within Germany from €50
- Material
- 100 % Polyamide
- Colour
- Violett
- Care
Do not wash
Do not iron
Wash without fabric softener or bleach
Do not tumble dry
- Breite
- 16 mm
Description
Violet runs paler and bluer than purple, so it reads cooler. On this pile the shade looks almost like a gemstone.
This ribbon is 16 mm wide, made from 100 % polyamide. Its pile stands short and dense, so colour reads deeper than on a smooth ribbon and light breaks softly instead of reflecting. Sold by the metre from 0.2 metres. Washing, ironing, bleaching and tumble drying are ruled out by its care symbols — pressure with heat would crush that pile, leaving a visible mark. When cutting, watch the nap: every piece should face the same way.
What Velvet Ribbon 16 mm Violet is suitable for
- Festive wrapping, because dark shades read refined.
- Chokers and neck ribbons, because that pile sits comfortably.
- Wreaths and winter decoration, because velvet suits the season.
Care instructions:
Frequently asked questions
What sets velvet ribbon apart from satin?
Velvet ribbon has a short, standing pile; satin has a smooth face. That pile swallows light instead of reflecting it, so colour reads deeper and the ribbon looks finer — though it is also more sensitive to pressure.
Does velvet ribbon have a nap?
Yes, like any velvet. Run a finger across it and one way feels smooth, the other rough. Lay every piece facing the same way, or they will differ in tone on your finished piece.
Can I press velvet ribbon?
No, its care symbols rule that out — and it would be a shame: pressure with heat crushes the pile, leaving a visible mark. Hang creases out instead, or use steam from a distance.
How do I sew velvet ribbon on?
With a universal needle and straight stitch, close to both edges. That pile lets it travel under your presser foot — tack it first or use a walking foot, then your line stays straight.
