you can crochet jewelry or ornaments or crafts like cover vases with an open crochet pattern .. make tiny purses ..
tinsel
I believe you are referring to 'tinsel'.
The glittering material that is used as a Christmas decoration is tinsel. This tinsel is often used on the Christmas tree.
Tinsel
That would be tinsel.
Tinsel
gold or silver
Tinsel is a decorative material typically made of thin, shiny strips of metal or plastic. It is often used to adorn Christmas trees and other holiday decorations to add sparkle and shine. Tinsel can come in various colors and styles, and is commonly associated with festive celebrations.
Mylar tinsel and metallic crinkle are similar in that they are both shiny and used for decorative purposes, but they are not the same. Mylar tinsel is typically a flat, thin ribbon-like material, while metallic crinkle is often thicker and has a crimped or wrinkled texture. Both can add a metallic or reflective element to crafts or decorations.
To cover with or as if with a thin layer of gold is to gild. This process involves applying a thin layer of gold onto a surface to give it a gold-like appearance.
Tinsel
The word for the thin foil strips is "tinsel" (often used on Christmas trees). The adjective relating to materials is "tensile" (stretching strength).