Black on velvet is a different black from satin: the pile swallows light completely, so it reads deeper and softer.
A velvet ribbon in 100 % polyamide at 16 mm wide, available from 0.2 metres. Its short pile grips at a knot, so bows hold better than in satin. Care symbols rule out washing, ironing, bleaching and tumble drying; hang creases out rather than pressing them. Seal a cut edge briefly with a flame — at a distance, or the pile beside it melts too.
What Samtband 16mm Schwarz is suitable for
- Edges on cushion covers, because this ribbon sets texture.
- Bag flaps, because velvet contrasts with your fabric.
- Dress straps, because 16 mm sits comfortably on a shoulder.
Frequently asked questions
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.
Does it tie into bows?
Yes, and it holds better than satin, because that pile grips at a knot instead of slipping. Pull your knot tight, then straighten the loops, and the shape stays as you set it.
Does it suit hair accessories?
Very well: velvet slips out of hair less readily than smooth satin, and 16 mm is wide enough for a bow that holds. A few stitches attach it to a hairband.
Care instructions:
Daten und Pflege
- Width
- 16 mm
- Material
- 100 % Polyamide
- Artikelnummer
- 599027766