: Circular, three-dimensional fabric ornaments used as focal points. Applications in Design
is the centuries-old French art of creating elaborate trimmings and edgings for furniture, interiors, and fashion. Often referred to as "jewelry for the home," it includes a wide array of textile crafts such as weaving, tassel making, braiding, and cord spinning. Common Types of Passementerie passementerie
: Highly versatile ornaments for curtains, cushions, and keyholes. : Circular, three-dimensional fabric ornaments used as focal
: Flat, narrow trims used to cover upholstery seams or add decorative borders. and keyholes. : Flat
: Twisted fibers used for curtain tiebacks or piping on cushions.
These decorative elements are used to add detail, texture, and historical authenticity to projects:
: Often used on the bottom of sofas, chairs, or lampshades to create movement.