Berisfords Ribbons are one of the leading names in the haberdashery industry and are well known for their beautiful range of ribbons and trimmings. The company was founded in 1858 by brothers Charles, William and Francis with Charles working in the textile industry since the tender age of nine working in a mill. Charles educated himself by attending Sunday school and night school which gave him good business and commercial knowledge; which would allow him in the future to realise his dream of running his own company. To begin with the brothers ran the company from Victoria Mill on Foundry Bank however they only leased part of the property at this time. Through hard work and the business progressing they were able to purchase the entire factory by 1872. The company continued to be successful and by the time Charles passed in 1898 the company had branch offices in Bristol, Leeds and Manchester. At the beginning of the 20th Century the company was headed by Harry, Charles's son. His younger brothers Philip and Ernest also worked in the company with Ernest to become head of the company when Harry died in 1936. Unfortunately Ernest was the last member of the Berisford family to continue the company name however the quality and high standards of the company have not changed even though the management may have. In 1992, Berisfords Ribbons were merged with the Swiss based, Kuny Group who specialise in velvet ribbons. After the merge, there was a large investment in systems and machinery which has lead to the company producing a number of different ranges and some exquisite ribbons. At Calico Laine we stock a large amount of ribbons and you can Buy Berisfords Ribbons Online from the mail order side of our company as well as purchasing it in our retail stores. Berisford Ribbons are available in a large variety of styles including satin, chiffon, grosgrain and lame as well as many printed ribbons with designs such as polka dot, Russian dolls and butterflies. The best seller from the Berisfords range is their satin ribbon which is available in sizes 3mm up to 70mm in over 60 colours. This can be purchased in small rolls of 20 metres or in a number of colours in a bulk reel of 50 metres or 100 metres. These satin ribbons, along with the rest of the Berisfords range, are ideal for special occasions and can be perfect for adding some eye-catching decoration to cakes, table decorations and even party invitations.