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1/2" Polyester Horsehair Braid, White, 50 yd

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$34.76 $56.99 In stock

Use the Dritz 1/2" Polyester Horsehair to add body to your floor-length skirts, gowns and other dresses without adding weight to the hem. This polyester horsehair braid can stiffen and define straight or curved hems. Made of 100% polyester, this horsehair braid is washable and dry cleanable.

  • Item Number: 789R-12BTY
  • Stiffens and defines straight and curved hems
  • Washable and dry cleanable
  • 100% Polyester
  • Package includes 1/2" x 50 yards of Horsehair Braid
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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Adam Z. ★★★★★

I was worried the 1/2" width would be too stiff for a chiffon overlay, but it gave just enough body without weighing the hem down. The 50-yard spool means I have plenty left for the next two gowns.

Abigail O. ★★★★★

I was worried a stiff hem would feel heavy on my long skirts, but this braid adds structure without any weight at all. The half inch width was just right for folding into the hem, and 50 yards means I won't run out mid-project.

Abigail ★★★★★

Used this to give my daughter's prom dress hem some real shape and it worked perfectly — the 1/2" width was exactly right for a floor-length gown. It holds a crisp curve without making the hem heavy, and 50 yards was way more than I needed.