Trying to figure out how to produce lots of chokers and bracelets on a small budget has left me with one option, which is to buy some ribbon and make as many pieces as possible out of it using velcro to keep them together. I went up to Barnett and Lawson's in London today, as it is great for trimmings and ribbons, and had a look at what they had to offer. I settled on four different styles of ribbon, some thick and some thin, and I really hope that Frances likes them as I am really proud of this find! They're far more intricate and detailed than bog standard velvet ribbon which I originally thought of to make the chokers with, so I really hope that they're suitable. This cost about £30 which is a bit scary seeing as the budget is only £500, but considering this will provide jewellery for at least 3 if not more of the characters, it actually works out fairly cheap.
Reflection: I feel that it is definitely better to buy something like ribbon in person rather than online - I like to see exactly what I am getting, and I like to know the feel of the fabric. I can also decide on the width of the ribbon that is the most suitable, and get a good variation in the styles of different ribbons so that I have variety.
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