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Glossary of Terms
Gimp Braid
Decorative Braids
Cord
Flanged Cord
Pom-Pom Fringes
Beaded Fringing
Chair Ties
Tassel Fringe
Bullion Fringe
Tiebacks
Key Tassels
Ruche, Cut Fringe and Looped Fringe
Gimp Braid
is traditionally used on upholstery usually antique or reproduction, but can also be used on soft furnishings, or as a wall braid.
Decorative Braids
come in various designs and can be woven or knitted. They add interest to curtains and blinds when sewn onto edges, hems and valances.
Cord
is used as an edging on pelmets and leading edges of curtains. Cord can also be attached to swag tassels to embellish curtain treatments.
Flanged Cord
is designed to be set into seams of sofa cushions and soft furnishings and comes in a wide variety of colours and yarns.
POM-POM Fringes
can be used for just about anything for that fun element.
Beaded Fringing
adds glitz and glamour to curtains, cushions, throws, pelmets, blinds, table runners. The list is endless.
Chair Ties
are designed to be attached to a chair to make a decorative statement. They can also be sewn to two corners of a chair pad and then attached to the chair's back support.
Tassel Fringe
adds finishing touches to curtains and throws and comes in various lengths and widths of tassel.
Bullion Fringe
is a heavy fringing traditionally used for sofa skirts, but the more delicate Bullion Fringes can be applied to curtains, throws and cushions. Bullion Fringe comes in a wide variety of lengths.
Tiebacks
are cords or tassels which hold back curtains for a finished look. There are various types to choose from - Rope Tiebacks, Single and Double Tassel Tiebacks, Beaded Tiebacks - in a endless list of colour's, styles, shapes and yarns from traditional to contemporary.
Key Tassels
are used in various ways - corners of cushions, valances and pelmets or simply attached to a key on a door or a piece of furniture. Key Tassels come in a vast array of colour's, sizes and shapes.
Ruche, Cut Fringe and Looped Fringe

are available in various lengths dependant on the use. Some have decorative headers so that they can be attached to the outer edge of the fabric for more appeal.
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