Ric rac trim is a decorative, flat ribbon with a playful zigzag pattern. Often made from cotton, polyester, or rayon, it comes in various colors and sizes. Ric rac lends creativity and charm to sewing projects. Ric Rac is a popular braid that can be used as a trim. It's a great option for decorations, seam finishes, and creative flourishes used to make a flower, or twisted together to make a decorative trim. We measure ric rac vertically from the top of the "hill" directly to the bottom of the "hill"