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Think of Trimming as Jewelry for Your Home

Completely frivolous and whimsical, yet absolutely necessary to nail down your look and define your style. No interior is complete without the texture and finishing touch that a fringed edge, a happily dancing row of pom poms, or a beautifully placed tape can provide. What's more, trimmings, or passementerie — because it always sounds better in French — have a place in many different design vocabularies. Go forth and explore the wonderful world of cords, braids, tapes, brush fringe, tassels and pom poms.

What Is Trim?

Trim is an embellishment you can add to window treatments, pillows, furniture and more for decoration. There are many different types, each with special qualities.

Different Types of Trim

You can choose between many different varieties of trim based on your style and intended use, including:

  • Brush Fringe
  • Tassel Fringe
  • Pom-pom Fringe
  • Decorative Tape
  • Decorative Cord

What Is Trim Used For?

Trim is used to add interest and a decorative detail to home furnishings. There are many creative applications of trim, such as:

  • Tiebacks: Decorative Tiebacks can be an elegant and ornamental way to tie drapery back.
  • Pillows: Attaching tassel fringe as an embellishment adds interest and texture to a simple pillow design.
  • Throws: Trim your throws with patterned tape trim or pom-poms as a trendy adornment.
  • Drapery: From decorative tapes to tassel fringe, the possibilities are endless when adding trimming to drapery.  Trimmings add personality and style and turn an ordinary drapery into something extraordinary.
  • Valances:  Make regular valances unique and stylish by adding one or more rows of your favorite fabric trim.
  • Shades: Shades can be just as decorative as they are functional. Trim is the perfect final addition for a finished look.
  • Tablecloths: Whether you prefer elegant tape or colorful pom-pom fringe, trimming your tablecloth adds a fun personal touch.
  • Bedding: Add trimmings to your duvets, shams or upholstered bed for a personalized, custom look.
  • Furniture: Trim is versatile. You can encircle the base of a chair with bullion fringe, line the back cushion with tape or replace the welting with decorative cord.

How to Use Custom Trim in the Design Process

Trim is the perfect way to tie a room together. It can complement or add contrast, and its patterns and textures can transform window treatments, furniture and more. Trim can be whimsical, sophisticated, classic or any other style that completes your look. Create with confidence and enhance your home with our beautiful trim. 

Ready to find your perfect Trim?

Visit a Calico store near you to start a design project or browse our complete collection online to order trim swatches or shop trims by the yard.