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Types of Textile Embellishments
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Pom-poms
Small, fluffy balls made from fibrous material, often used to embellish hats, scarves, and playful garments.
Tassels
Decorations where threads are hung from a rounded knob, commonly used as a finishing feature on home furnishings and clothing.
Embroidery
The technique of decorating fabric using a needle and thread, often used on garments, home decor, and accessories.
Rhinestones
Imitation stones made from crystal, glass, or acrylic, often used to add sparkle to costumes and casual wear.
Smocking
A type of embroidery where the fabric is gathered and then stitched with decorative stitches to hold the gathers, typically seen in children’s clothing and folkwear.
Crocheting
The process of creating fabric by interlocking loops of yarn or thread with a crochet hook, used for lace, doilies, and sweaters.
Eyelet
Holes made in fabric that are finished with stitches to prevent fraying, often used to create a decorative pattern in fabric.
Appliqué
The technique of sewing or sticking one piece of fabric onto another for decorative effect, commonly seen in quilts and patches.
Beadwork
Stringing beads onto thread or fabric, frequently used to add glamour to evening wear and accessories.
Soutache
A decorative braid used to trim garments, consisting of flat, narrow loops stitched to the fabric, often used in military and band uniforms.
Piping
A narrow tube of fabric that is sewn into the seams of a garment or home textiles to define edges or add design detail.
Fringe
Strips of fabric or threads cut or twisted together and used to add a border or edge to textiles, popular in flapper dresses and curtains.
Quilting
The process of stitching together two layers of fabric with a layer of padding in between, used for making quilts, jackets, and handbags.
Pleats
Folded fabric that is pressed, ironed, or sewn into place, used to create volume in skirts and drapery.
Sequins
Small, shiny discs sewn onto fabric to create a sparkling effect, often used in dance costumes and evening gowns.
Ruffles
Strips of fabric that have been gathered or pleated, commonly used to add texture and volume to dresses and blouses.
Lace
A delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern, used for bridal wear, lingerie, and as trim.
Heat Transfer
Application of designs to fabric using heat-activated adhesives, commonly used for t-shirts and promotional items.
Velvet Ribbon
A strip of soft velvet used as a trim or tie, giving a luxurious feel to garments, accessories, and decor.
Studs
Metallic embellishments that are pushed through the fabric and fastened on the back, often found on leather goods and denim.
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