1/2″ White Cotton Tape – 10 yard Roll

Made in the USA

This product works very well for making masks since it washes easier than elastic, provides a more snug fit and is biodegradable. The 1/2″ tape is sometimes found as petticoat, apron, and pocket tape although the 3/8″ appears to be more common. Directions for securely sewing cotton tape on to a garment are found in The Lady’s Guide to Plain Sewing Book II. In 1783 in The Proceedings of the Old Bailey, London “WILLIAM HATCHMAN was indicted for feloniously stealing . . .  24 yards of cotton tape, value 4 s.”