Dear Netfah,
I have a rather plain olive colored Euro sham and comforter that I want to revitalize and use in our guest room. I saw some really pretty cording trims and wanted to know if the ones with the lip are more appropriate for application around the seams on the bedding or the cording withOUT the lip?
– To Lip or Not To Lip Sante Fe, NM
Dear To Lip or Not To Lip,
The great thing about trims is that with a little creativity and ingenuity, they can turn outdated and out of fashion furnishing, garments and accessories into modern works of art.
When working with cording, especially on a project like this one, the key is stitchwork. While many opt to use a cording with no lip and hand stitch it to pillows and smaller items, if the project is a little bigger, it can become a rather arduous and time consuming task. For your Euro sham and comforter, it is suggested that you use a cord with a lip. It will allow for easy machine stitching application, and create a beautiful new look to your plain bedding. An added bonus with lipped cording is that you can always remove the lip with a seam ripper if needed. Fabric glue can then be used to apply to the desired project. Available in sizes starting at 3/16″ on up, decorative cording is an affordable alternative to revamping any interior decor or garment.
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