How do I make a ribbon look vintage?
by Jqc15323423
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How can I make new ribbon look aged and vintage?
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Wet the ribbon, scrunch it up squeezing the water out. Place it in a bowl of strong coffee or black tea. Check the dying process to get the aged look. It will be lighter when it dries. Once dry, you can use a toothbrush dipped in black, or brown paint and spatter the ribbon unevenly with your finger against the bristles.
heldscraptive.blogspot.com/2011/12/shabby-chic-vintage-crinkle-ribbon.html
I believe Rit Dye has a color that will work for you, but the tea or coffee method will also work.
You can also use a fine emery board to 'scuff' it up a little...