Tulle Fabric
Tulle is a netting that is usually made of silk, nylon, rayon, and sometimes even cotton.
When it is made, it is woven into a mesh pattern. Because it must be fairly stable (stiff), it is also starched.
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Tulle decorating for weddings is the most popular use for silk tulle or lace tulle.
Decorating with tulle opens a limitless number of ideas. The most popular applications for tulle these days is in wedding dresses, gowns and veils. And let us not forget that it is also a popular choice for tutus. Tulle wedding decorations are by far, the most popular use for the fabric.
Although you can probably find Tulle in just about any color you want (care for some pink tulle or even some glimmer tulle), keep in mind that it can also be dyed too. So that exact color you are looking for can be achieved. glimmer
Tulle fabric is very popular and can be found in just about any fabric store and there are always lots of auctoins on ebay for tulle fabric too. It’s eary to buy tulle bolts at just about any fabric store.
During the 18th century, the city of Tulle (located in South Central France) was best known for the production of lace and silk production. Most experts agree that the Tulle fabric we know today probably originated in the French city of Tulle.
The use of tulle in ballet costumes first appeared in France so it is assumed that it was more readily available in that region.
Today, tulle, as we know it is actually ‘bobbinet’. Bobbinet (invented in Britain in the early 1800’s) is made by wrapping two threads in such a manner that they create a hexagonal design and keep themselves under tension. This process makes a fabric that is very strong, does not easily twist and tends to hold its shape very well. For its strength and ability to hold its shape, it is also very lightweight too.
Tulle fabric is often used to create a lacy, floating look (primarily as an accent). It can also be be used in petticoats and underskirts when you want to create a belled shape that will hold the shape fairly well.
By using several layers of tulle you can create a definite look of fullness.
Veils can also be made of Tulle fabric netting. A side benefit is that the wearer can actually see through the tulle, but others cannot easily see through it from a distance, thus obscuring the face of the bride.
There are many other uses of tulle. Such as decorating the pews, making bows or as a wrapping for gifts and party favors.
Multicolored tulle netting can be used to create tulle flowers and other ornamental accents for weddings or parties.