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I am using grosgrain ribbon to decorate purses that I am making. To finish off my purse, I have grosgrain ribbon trailing off the purse (I know, hard to imagine). Anyway, to cut the ends, I use pinking shears to give that criss-cross look.
Have you tried Fray Check? I don't know how well it would work on ribbon, but it works pretty well for me on fabric.
Clear nail polish or a product called Fray Check from the craft or fabric store.
I do know they have glue that you can spray on too. I have never tryed it but it is worth a try. You can get it at a auto parts store.
I do know that there is a glue that you can spray on. I have never use it only in a car, but you can try that you can get it at a auto parts store. It is worth a try.
Go to a beauty supply store and ask for Beauty Secrets nail hardener. It comes in a little round bottle and has a tiny brush that is just right for small items. Put a dab on both sides of the ribbon and let dry by hanging over something.
Try FrayCheck. Michael's, Walmart & many other stores sell it. It's a very handy product. I use it for the ends of sewn or tied elastic (as extra security), on any type of ribbon or braid, if a tiny hole develops in a piece of clothing etc. Just use a small amount. It dries clear but you don't want a big, hard "knot" Good luck!
I always use a lighter it will harden the end but be careful and just lightly tuch the ribbon with the lighter. If it is on the ribbon to long it will harden but will also leave black on the ribbon.
I burn the ends I touch the end of my ribbon to the top of my electric stove top. Do not leave on long or it will turn brown.
There is a product at wal-mart and many craft stores that is called fray blocker. it can be washed and will stop fraying. it works great.
To keep ribbon ends from fraying I tie the ribbon around something or tie loosely to a rubber band and the place rubber band around a bottle (This is to keep the ribbon from drying laying flat on something and sticking.) Then I tip the ends of the ribbon on both side of the cut edge with clear fingernail polish (the cheapest polish works just fine.) It takes about 30 minutes to dry completely. I make my nieces some hair ties 4 years ago and did this and they are still wearing them and they are fine. Good luck!
I am trying Fray Check but it discolors the ribbon. Any suggestions about what I might be doing wrong? Thanks!
Fray check - you can buy at most craft stores like michaels or joann fabrics.
