Marlin Rosettes, Ribbons, Sashes and Show Sundries for Horse Shows and Dog Shows

Rosettes

Marlin Rosettes has been established for over a decade. I am a horse rider myself and in past days I have competed for fun on a variety of horses in various disciplines. From those days I am aware of both competitors and show organisers rosettes and award requirements. Our aim is to provide a top quality rosette for the best price possible, we want to make winning a special experience. From the village fete to county, national or international horse shows and dog shows we will have a rosette range to suit your needs. Rosettes have been awarded for centuries. Read more about the history here...

Sashes

Sashes are becoming an ever more popular award and with printing techniques we have moved with the times to produce traditional sashes with digital technology. We are adding to our ranges all the time and now include printing your own logo or artwork onto to your sash. Needless to say we never compromise on the materials and we only print onto top quality ribbons which can include metallic or tartan ribbons for an extra special sash.

Show Sundries

Of course we cater for the 'business' side of your event as well. We stock a full range of show sundries so you are able to buy every thing you require for you show from Marlin Rosettes. From competition numbers to organisers and judges lapel badges all are professionally printed. Our show sundries include a wide variety of score sheets to make the running of you show as organised and smooth as possible.

THE HISTORY OF ROSETTES

The making of ribbon rosettes dates back to the 8th/9th century, where many examples have been found. The rosette rays depicted the moons and planets, and an example of which is the bronze Piliska rosette. Rosettes`have been manufactured in a variety of materials including cotton, wool, metal and lace and were usually worn as a badge of distinction or as a decoration on shoes.

A Rosette can be defined as a badge award or decoration made in coloured ribbon to resemble the form of a rose or a rose shaped ornament on a wall or other surface or a naturally occurring cluster of leaves radiating from a central point, especially at the base of a stem or any rose shaped structure arrangement or figure.

In order to make a ribbon rosettes many components are needed. These include: a backboard (made from thick card or paper, pleated ribbon (usually satin acetate) a centreboard (again made from a thick card), ribbon tails and a fastenings (safety pin, bridle clip etc.)

The ribbon is pleated to form the rosette tiers which are attached to the backboard to form the ribbon rosette head. The tails are swallow cut and along with the specified fastening are attached to the head using the pre-printed centreboard.

Rosettes are nowadays awarded for many events including horse shows, dog shows, and cattle shows. They are also worn by many political candidates as a representation of their party, and by football fans to show their support for their favoured team.

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