Product review (3 stars): Weird material for the purpose.
I didn't realize these are velvet.  I don't know if that was detailed in the description or not.  The picture makes them look rubber.  That is what I wanted.  The velvet means you can size them which is nice as they were much too long for my fridge, but the velvet means the feel will probably be unpleasant for hot summer weather.  Also they are more maroon red than red, red and my kitchen is red.  I have them up now during the holidays because it looks purposeful for Christmas, but I don't think I will leave them on come spring.