Vintage Passementerie

“My new favorite word. My new favorite hobby. My husband is concerned for the cat. Passementerie is the art of creating elaborate ornamental trimmings, edging, or braids for clothing, furniture, and interior textiles, often utilizing cords, beads, tassels, or metallic threads. Originating from the French word for lace, it dates back centuries and includes items like tassels, fringing, and gimp.”