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Like icing on a cake, ribbons make packages
come alive with color and texture. They can
be used as embellishments for wrapping gifts
and favors – turning a simple white
box into one brimming with grace. No matter
what time of the year, the versatility of
ribbons makes them useful as decorations on
Christmas wreaths, bridal bouquets, garlands,
and wedding flags.
Ribbons Accentuate a Mood or Impart a Message
Ribbons are the little details that add fanfare
to accentuate a mood or to impart a message
– they can be matched with any decorative
wrapping paper or luxurious fabric. The variety
of ribbons in today’s marketplace range
from ribbons that have a soft and supple feel
such as satin and organdy to stiff or wire-edged
ribbons like French wire ribbons. Velvet ribbons
have also increasingly become popular for
packaging presents that require an extra special
touch of luxury.
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Names
Advances in weaving have allowed ribbons
to come in multiple textures and colors. For
example, iridescent ribbons often made with
taffeta or similar fabrics, renders multi-dimensional
colors. Many arts and crafts retailers offer
the most popular names for ribbons that include
Midori®, Mokuba®, and Offray®
- many of which offer extensive choices for
ribbon widths and styles.
Match Ribbons To the Size of a Package
and Type of Gift Wrapping
When searching for the perfect ribbon, gift-wrapping
experts recommend that the size and form of
the package should be one of several factors
in selecting a ribbon. Since wide-width and
stiff ribbons work better for packaging large-sized
packages, be sure to inquire with a retailer
for recommendations on the best type of ribbon
for wrapping packages. Ask questions pertaining
to the texture, drape, or stiffness of a ribbon
- helpful in presenting and displaying gifts
and favors in the most flattering way. It
is also equally important to mention whether
any special wrapping papers or fabric wraps
will be utilized, since coordinating ribbons
not only entails matching them with the appropriate
size of a package, but also with the type
of surface and texture of the gift wrapping.
Use Unique Textures For Presentations That
Make Subtle Yet Colorful Effects
Rich and beautiful fabrics provide perfect
textures for making impressive gift presentations.
For instance, fabrics like sheer organza or
velvet make fantastic ideas for presenting
elegantly packaged gifts and favors tied with
pretty ribbons. Find favor
wraps, for instance, that are ideall for
wrapping odd-sized presents such as bottles
and vases. Displaying packages using rich
fabrics and wonderful ribbons ultimately creates
memorable moments in gift-giving.
Various Applications of Ribbons
Beyond wrapping presents, ribbons have now
widely been used as decorative table accents
with many unique applications. For example,
wide satin ribbons lined up beautifully in
alternating colors create a festive mood for
an afternoon bridal shower tea or brunch.
Wide width ribbons have been seen as part
of the table setting itself wherein decorators
use them to spruce up the decor of a tablecloth.
You can also transform ordinary chairs into
those with a playful touch by tying a giant
bow around them – adding a glamorous
touch to an intimate evening engagement party
or soiree with Moroccan or Eastern flair.
Another popular use is to decorate wreaths
with richly colored velvet ribbons in order
to impart a warm feeling at any fall or winter
wedding reception. Wrapping plain table napkins
with raffia ribbons can make them interesting
by attaching a simple embellishment such as
a starfish. When giving out bottled water
or sparkling champagne bottles as favors for
a summer wedding, tying each bottle with a
tasteful ribbon can set something ordinary
into something special without demanding great
time and effort. Ribbons are also ideal for
presenting guest place
card frames with a fashionable twist.
Tie each frame with an organza ribbon that
is coordinated with your wedding color and
apply them as enhancements to your wedding
centerpiece arrangements. In this manner,
ribbons have an added benefit by allowing
you to save on your wedding budget.
Using Accents to Enhance your Ribbons
Ribbons come to life when presented together
with a pretty tag or label. Use a coordinated
color to match with your ribbon. Gift
or favor tags come in a wide variety of
shapes and sizes. You can even make them yourself
if you want to make in unique forms such as
purses, pears, or apples. For classic designs,
find tags with a lovely border that allows
you to add a touch of subtlety without spending
too much time on personalizing your gift.
Ideas Beyond Ribbons
Natural materials and fabrics are also a
great way to spice up any gift or favor. You
can find a beautiful fabric with a decorative
design or use a simple yet elegant linen and
tie it up nicely. Organza is also a useful
fabric to work with, since it has a nice shimmering
texture. To see an example of how an organza
fabric can be used, read an article
about decorating caramel apples as favors,
or get more gift
and favor packaging ideas.
Please feel free to visit these sites:
JKM
Ribbon & Trims
http://www.jkmribbon.com/
Wholesale supplier of ribbon & trims (Offray,
Wrights, Mokuba, Sopp, Morex, Conso, C &
G) for bridal, packaging, floral, crafts,
design, baskets, gift wrap, parties, Christmas,
including organdy sheers, tulle, satins, grosgrain,
metallics, wire edge & curling ribbons.
JoAnn.comSM
http://www.joann.com/
Online fabric and crafts store.
Michaels®
http://www.michaels.com/
The Arts & Crafts Store.
Personalized
Ribbon For Wedding Favors
http://www.specialtyribbon.com
Personalized ribbon for wedding favors and
more. Custom Personalized Ribbon for Corporate,
Theme Parties, Birthdays, Christmas, Bar Mitzvahs,
Bat Mitzvahs, Anniversaries, Engagements,
Weddings, Bridal Showers, Baby Showers. Free
Shipping! on orders up to 600 feet ( 200 yds
).
Really
Reasonable Ribbon
http://www.reasonableribbon.com/
Great Ribbon, Great Prices, PO Box 199 Sugar
Loaf, NY 10981-0199
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