Using Grosgrain ribbon for the added appeal

Grosgrain ribbons are different from the usual ribbons in such a way that grosgrain ribbons are a stiff and strong. Grosgrain ribbons are made up of silk or nylon. This gives them a luscious look. Traditionally grosgrain ribbons were made from wool, silk or some times with the combination of silk, wool and mohair. 

The word Grosgrain finds its origin in French language In fact it is a loan word and is a little corruption of and folk version of the French word Grogram. The adjective gros means relatively very large, hence coarsely big and heavy. Grain is derived from the Old French graine. Thus gros gram, grogram and grosgrain are with the same meaning a large grain hence coarse texture or we can say a coarse texture fabric.

Since grosgrain is a strong form of ribbon it is used for various purposes like lustrous grosgrain piece is used widely to join the semi-detached clothing articles for the females this includes the bodices to skirts and other similar pieces, where ever the necessary joint may be evident. Grosgrain ribbons are also used as facings and as waistbands. Grosgrain ribbons are the first choice because these are heavy and can stand the weight of the fabric.
Grosgrain ribbons are used as the facings for most of the formal dressings due its texture and it holds the fabric really well. Another use of these ribbons is in the making of hats. These are used to sew and beautify the hats which are traditionally worn on many occasions. Some other uses of grosgrain ribbon are for the binding of the books. These are also used for packing the material safely. Grosgrain ribbon are also used to hem the shirts, t shirts etc.
Grosgrain ribbons are no doubt the multi purpose ribbons and can stand a lot of weight unlike other ribbons. The coarse texture of the grosgrain ribbons make them really reliable for joining various parts of the female dress. These are also sometimes stitched between the two pieces of fabric to give it a more designed look. Grosgrain ribbons are available in the market and you can buy them in bulk. Buy the grosgrain ribbon and keep the roll with you, you may use it in time of utter need. Grosgrain ribbons might not be as delicate and fancy like other ribbons still it is durable and can be used for bigger purposes.