The Bridal
garter
was a traditional item of clothing originally used to hold up stockings.
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Garters
are now a more symbolic fun item that the bride may choose wear
on her wedding day.
At the wedding reception the
groom will remove the brides garter and
toss it to the young bachelors present.
It is thought that whoever
catches the garter will be married next.
You may like to have two garters one to toss and one as a keepsake.
When you make your own garter you can make it to match your wedding
theme and colors.
image by Magalie L'Abbé
What you will need
Lace trim 9cm (3 ¼ inch) wide and 70cm (28 inch) long
Ribbon 2.2cm (7/8 inch) wide and 70cm (28 inch) long
Elastic 43cm (17 inch) long
Thread that matches the ribbon color
Optional: narrow ribbon for a bow or
ribbon
flower to decorate the garter
How to make
the
garter
1.
Center the ribbon on top of the lace, make sure that the ends
are even.
Stitch the ribbon close to both edges, leaving the ends open which will
form a casing.
2.
Insert the elastic through the ribbon casing.
3.
With the
right sides together, stitch the ends of the garter in a 1.3cm
(½ inch) seam.
Trim the seam.
4. Press
the
seam open. On the outside of the garter, top stitch the
pressed seam close to the edge.
5.
Finsihed
Garter
Optional: If desired you can decorate
the
garter by adding a small bow or ribbon flower or even beads and charms.
