Zackenlitzen

Ric rac is a narrow braid in a zigzag shape. It can be stitched on flat or set into an edge so only the points show – a classic on children's clothes, cushions, table linen and aprons.

  • Zigzag shape
  • Versatile
  • A classic
Ric Rac
Zackenlitze 15 mm in Weiß mit rosa Sternchen im Ausschnitt
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Ric Rac Braid 15 mm white with pink Stars
Wavy ric rac braid in white, printed over its surface as small pink stars. 15 mm wide, 100 % polyester, washable at 40 degrees. Sold by metre from 0.2 metres, ready to trim hems, edges or kids' clothes.
2,90 EUR
2,90 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
Zackenlitze 15 mm in Weiß mit hellblauen Sternchen auf der Rolle
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Ric Rac Braid 15 mm white with light blue Stars
Wavy ric rac braid in white, printed over its surface as small light blue stars. 15 mm wide, 100 % polyester, washable at 40 degrees. Sold by metre from 0.2 metres, ready to trim hems, edges or kids' clothes.
2,90 EUR
2,90 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
Zackenlitze 15 mm in Beige mit hellblauen Sternchen auf der Rolle
NEW
Ric Rac Braid 15 mm beige with light blue Stars
Wavy ric rac braid in beige, printed over its surface as small light blue stars. 15 mm wide, 100 % polyester, washable at 40 degrees. Sold by metre from 0.2 metres, ready to trim hems, edges or kids' clothes.
2,90 EUR
2,90 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
Zackenlitze 15 mm in Beige mit rosa Sternchen im Ausschnitt
NEW
Ric Rac Braid 15 mm beige with pink Stars
Wavy ric rac braid in beige, printed over its surface as small pink stars. 15 mm wide, 100 % polyester, washable at 40 degrees. Sold by metre from 0.2 metres, ready to trim hems, edges or kids' clothes.
2,90 EUR
2,90 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
Weiße Zackenlitze aus Viskose, dicht gewellt, 5 mm breit aufgerollt
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Ric Rac Braid, White, 5 mm
Wavy ric rac braid made from 100 % viscose in white, 5 mm wide. Its narrow zigzag edge trims hems, marks seams, decorates school cones, cushion covers, children’s clothing. Sold by length, cut in one piece.
1,10 EUR
1,10 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
73 to 77 (from a total of 77)

Stitched on, the braid reads as a continuous zigzag line. Set into a seam it shows only half points and looks like a fine toothed edge – the two options need different amounts of room at the seam.

To stitch it on, sew down the middle of the braid. Take care not to stretch it; otherwise the seam draws in later and the fabric puckers.

On curves the braid follows better than a straight tape, because the points can be eased. Press it into the desired shape first and it will lie neatly.

Good to know

Should I stitch ric rac on or sew it in?

Both are common. Stitched on it shows the full zigzag line, set in only the points. Decide by the effect you want and the room at the seam.

How do I get ric rac around a curve?

Press it into the curve first and it keeps the shape. Because the points can be eased, it follows curves better than a straight tape.

Where do I stitch when attaching it?

Down the middle of the braid, so both rows of points stand out equally. A seam at the edge lets the braid lift later.