Source for 100% silk wide satin ribbon

[Better Dresses Vintage]

Hi,

As Barbara (Rue de la Paix) can attest, I've been on the hunt for more costumes -- this time Civil War era.

One thing I've noticed is that many reproduction milliners claim a lack of access to wide silk ribbon.

Here is a potential source:

http://www.custompaper.com/Shop/Ribbon/ribbon.html

I called, and spoke with the owner, Kevin, who gave me the run-down on what's available. So here goes:

He imports the 100% silk ribbon in its undyed, creamy white (so right there, perfect for period costumes as it's not bright white) state. He then hand dyes it. Bottom line:

He's got 2.5" wide single-face satin, 12 wt, in 80 solid colors and more than 90 ombre/variegated colors. 3 yard minimum. $4/yd.

Don't know if the edge of the ribbon is the right sort, or the weight is heavy enough, but it's definitely real silk.

 

[Rue_de_la_Paix]

Liza,

Thanks for that, it is always good to have a source for silk ribbons. I wonder if he would be willing to send a sample?

I wonder if he can source uncolored, non satin silk ribbon, like moire or faille/grosgrain. In 3" or wider. Now we're talking!

 

[Better Dresses Vintage]

Barbara, I suspect he will go above and beyond. He was extremely friendly on the phone. Give him a call and see!