How To Make A Bow With Wired Ribbon - 5 Easy Ways
- Posted on 23 November, 2020
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How to Make a Bow with Wired Ribbon (5 Easy Ways)
Learning how to make a bow with wired ribbon is so easy - especially if you know a few bow making tips to make them beautiful every time! These five easy bow making ideas will help you make bows for wreaths, or make bows for gifts or even make bows for your Christmas tree!
How to make a bow for wreaths or how to make a bow for crafts is one of the most popular questions I get - so today's video is all my secrets on how to make beautiful bows.
Of course, you can always make dollar store bows with wired ribbon and this bow tutorial. If you want to learn how to make a bow out of burlap ribbon for wreaths, or a wreath tutorial, this bow can always be used with burlap ribbon for wreath making, diy crafts, or diy projects.
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I have a confession: i'm not a professional bow maker, though i do love those because i think they make even a basic project. Look beautiful! So in this video i'm going to show you my five secret tricks that will help you to make a beautiful bow. Every single time hey there, i'm gina luker welcome to the shabby creek cottage here on my channel. I share new videos every monday to help you make a little magic in your home with diys. You can actually do so in today's video. We'Re gon na make five easy bows that i promise you anybody can do so if you enjoy this project, make sure that you hit the subscribe button and ring the bell so that you get notifications every monday. The first bow only takes two pieces of ribbon a 20 inch long piece, as well as a 24 inch long piece. You'Ll take this short piece first, and that will be the loops on your bow. So you're going to fold it in half to find the middle. Before kind of creating a loop - and you want to flatten it out just by taking the ends and and pushing it just past, the middle part on either side and then you're going to smush it up in the center before you twist, it tie it with the Pipe cleaner, which will hold the loops in place next grab your long piece, which becomes your tails, then you're, going to fold it up in the center. Just to make you a thinner section in the center then use it and tie a knot around that bow. The flat part will be on the front which will hide the pipe cleaner and then the knot will actually be on the back of the bow after you have that done. You'Re just going to take and cut your tails evenly, i like to dovetail where you go and create a v in there and then that's it. You can use that pipe cleaner to um, to tie it onto your project, and this guy is perfect for everything. From a wreath to a christmas gift, for this bow, you'll need 1 20 inch long piece, 1, 16 inch long piece and two 22 inch long pieces of ribbon, meaning that you need four pieces of ribbon. So you'll start off with the 22 inch pieces and you're going to fold those in half so that you can find the center before you overlap your ends, giving about an inch on either side of the center so that you can create that loop. Just like we did in the first bow, the first two are going to be the same size. The second one is that 16 inch do the same technique, but it's going to be a little smaller. So after you have that part done, you're going to scrunch them up, just like you did the last bow and you'll do the second longer piece as well, then you're going to criss-cross them in an x-form, then you'll do the smaller piece and stack it right on The top going straight across in the center now everything else is basically the same as the first bow, but with this bow you can add more and more and more layers. So i wouldn't go too crazy, but you can definitely add in different types of ribbon. Different colors different textures and you can get a really pretty full bow just by adding on more layers of colors. You can use this bow for pretty much anything just like the other one. It'S a good classic bow that you'll find that you use over and over again. This is the classic wreath bow you can use it on anything, but it's the classic wreath bow, and this is how you do it. You want to start with a spool of ribbon and you want to mark two spots on your table: monitor about eight inches apart and then you're just going to go back and forth and stack it up, folding it in on each side, once you have it as Many loops, as you want, i did about 12 passes. You want to cut it off, stack it up and then give it one half turn right in the middle before using a pipe, cleaner and then twisting it together. Now you don't want to twist it too tight, because now you want to separate out those ends. Those straight cut ends wrap it around the pipe cleaner and then tie it off and cut off those tails. Next you'll separate out each of your loops by going one one way, one the other way and then, as as you go in and you fluff up those loops, you're gon na put your fingers in and then give it a twist each different direction so that they Have um different directions and it creates more dimension. This is the classic wreath maker bow but, like i said, you could use it on anything, and it really is probably the easiest one or the easiest way to make a really big bow really fast, and you could even use different kinds of ribbon. If that's, what you chose just make sure that you keep them all stacked up together, so that so that you have a good fluffy bow and it all looks cohesive. This bow will need ten pieces of ribbon three cut at six inches long, three cut at seven and three cut it. Eight inches long with v cuts as well as one straight cut on the ends piece of 10 inch ribbon. So i started off by just crisscrossing them on the table when um an x and then another one in the center. I did this for all three lengths, so i started with the eight. Then i did the seven and then i did the six so that they were all kind of graduated around so that it would create kind of a star looking bow after i had that done. I scrunched it up in the middle before i put it together with a zip tie. Zip ties are one of my favorite bow making tricks, as they are easy to put your pieces of ribbon together and it'll hold it really securely. So i use up my pieces of ribbon, make sure they're exactly where i want them to be before i cut off that zip tie, which is pretty much my favorite diy trick ever then, i use the 10 inch piece of ribbon to tie it around and hide The zip tie and then you're ready to put it on. Basically anything you could put it on a present. You could put it on a wreath. You could even use it for a hair bow, and that would be darling too. This is the first bow. I learned how to make um actual bow, and my daughter taught it to me, and so now i'm going to teach it to you. You want to start off with pieces of ribbon. Mine are about 12 inches long you're gon na fold down one third and leave the other third out so that you have a loop. That'S about two-thirds of the bow, then you're going to pinch that together and hold it together, sort of like a bouquet of flowers. Now you see that tail, you can make it longer if you want so that you could twirl them. You could use different types of ribbon. If you wanted, though i just stuck with the same classic black and white gingham or i'm sorry, red and white gingham and after you have your little bouquet of loops, you're gon na zip, tie it together and fluff it up and you're done. It'S really really it! It'S super simple and it turns out just perfect every single time see so easy right. It'S literally the most requested tutorial i get in my craft group which, if you would like to join, you, can jump over and join for absolutely free at the shabby creek cottage.com community now go forth, make bows put them on projects and if you need more projects For inspiration make sure that you check out these other videos on my channel and hit subscribe if you enjoy them thanks so much for watching
Comments
The Shabby Creek Cottage: Thanks so much for watching! Let me know which bow you like best!
Janet Wells: I have watched several tutorials and yours is my favorite - very well done; length video; more than one bow; measurements given; quality video; examples of using bows; easy to follow - AND project turned out great. Thank you.
Simply Sherry: This was so awesome! I was literally sitting in my craft room trying to figure out how to make a full pretty bow, I swear I was. Perfect timing and it was sooooo helpful. Took the stress off me and I was able to make a very pretty bow for my friend's spring wreath. Thank you
Boho Chic: I love this and use your technique for my bows and wreaths! So pretty ❤️
Darla Catalano: This is great! Thank you so much. You did a perfect demonstration and explained the steps so well. I think even I can do these.
l 0: These are the best, most straightforward bow tutorials I've found; thank you so much for getting to the point and explaining everything clearly!
PegEgg Eggleston: Hi Gina - I love the look of bows, just fancies everything up, even have a new box of ribbon, but I find it hard to get started. Thanks for this tutorial - I think I can, I think I can. Thanks for sharing and continued success. Love PegEgg
Linda Wieleba: Thank you for this really easy to follow video. I just made the last one for my Halloween wreath which I had been putting off finishing because making the bow seemed daunting. It came out GREAT!
Susan N: I wish I can like this every time I look at this video because it’s the best video I have seen on various bows!!! Your tutorial has helped me tremendously well especially during this holiday season!! Made lots of these bows! Easy Peasy!
Elaine Lund: I did it! I made a really good looking new to me style bow! So glad to get out of the rut of the same thing all the time! Your videos are SO HELPFUL! Thank you! Woo!
The Distressed Princess DIY: Omg thank you so much for this! I am lost when it comes to bow making. Your instructions are very easy to follow
Hollie Savage: OMG, this is the tutorial I have needed!!!! I have watched so many other videos and have not been able to follow them. This was PERFECT for a newbie like me! Thank you!
Kathy Bruner: Thank you!!! You're technique is the easiest one I've seen. I was able to make my own beautiful bow :)
kalendamaya100: Perfect! Oh my goodness! You’re the best! I’ve looked at several tutorials and you give rudimentary steps to making bows. Thank you SO much! I feel accomplished today!
Cheryl Standon: Wow! I have watched numerous bow videos and yours is by far the best yet! So easy to follow, wish I would have found your video sooner (like before Christmas!), it would have saved so much time and frustration! Thank you so much for sharing! You have a new fan and subscriber
April Sommer: Girl. Thank you!!! You just saved my elf on the shelf surprise that I had no idea how to accomplish! My kids want the elves to bring a bow for our huge wreath. I had one random glittery spool of wired ribbon in our gift wrapping tub and I probably would have ruined the ribbon trying to do this without you! This momma can go to bed now!!!
Tammy Norman: Thank you so much for this video. I tried other videos and was getting really discouraged but then I watched yours and I can easily follow along and create amazing bows ! thanks again.
Ivory Bryan: It’s so cute and darling that you showed us the one that your daughter taught you. I’m going to use that one! Exactly what I was looking for. ✨
Debby: Thank you so much for this incredibly easy to follow video. Seriously, you rock!!!
T T: This is phenomenal!! So easy to follow. Thank you for sharing!
Evie Knutsen: Thank you! You make it look so easy! I’m definitely going to try this!
Jessi B: Thank you for this straight to the point tutorial!! I was making a diaper cake that was missing a little something something and googled how to make a bow with wired ribbon. It was the Pièce de résistance for my diaper cake. Definitely Liz Lemon High Fived myself afterwards. Lol
Jan Barrett: These are great. I've really struggled with making bows for my flowers and wreaths. I believe I can do these and they are beautiful.
Lisa E. Sinagoga: Sooo glad I found your DIY for bows! Thank you for making it easy peasy for a newbie now maker! Lol! Definitely subscribing to your videos! Happy Holidays
Gracie Elizabeth: Omg I’ve been struggling with now making forever thank you so much for such a quick and easy way to make beautiful bows
April Germono: Thank you for being not only helpful, but getting straight to the point!
Jessica deVries: Thank you tons!!! I just created a super fancy bow for my Christmas tree….
Time Enuf: Love it - very core to basic ribbon making and should help us get over that "I can't make a bow" - if you can pinch, squeeze, wrap and fluff you've got it made.
robin janz: Thanks! Just made your bow #2 for a wreath. It turned out really nice!
ellen hanna: omg this video is amazing!!!!! THANK YOU for posting this!!!!! Ive never been able to make bows....after watching your video I am now able to do some!!!!!! You keep it simple and your instructions are very easy to follow!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!
Cynthia Nabors: OMG! Thanks so much for this video! It is the easiest way I have ever seen to make a bow! Thanks so much Gina!
Tina Dockery: Thank you so much for such easy detailed instructions for these adorable bows... Will be using on my new adventure in Wreath making...its hard to pick a favorite I see the potential for each style... ;) so all of them ;) Thanks again...Happy Creating!!!
Melinda Rodriguez: Beautiful bows ! Easy to follow tutorial ❤️ (new subscriber)
Susan McCourt: Best Easy Bow video out there. I used the second. It's best for a ribbon that has a "good side". I made a satin white bow for a wreath for my door for the wedding weekend and it looks great!
GrizzB Knives: I have always wondered how to make the different bows. With your tutorial I’m sure I can make bows now. Thank you
Ida younger: Thank you so very much. I never thought that I would ever be able to make a bow. Thanks to you now I can make not only bows, but beautiful bows. Thank you so very much again.
Faith Spike: FANTASTIC VIDEO!!! Explanations so clear! I was able to make 2 of 5 (so far) LOVE LOVE LOVE the star now! Thank you!!!!!
Leslie Shifflett: You made this thought-to-be-daunting task an absolute Delight! Thank you!
Gemma Westlake: I just watched 5 bow making videos and yours made the most sense with the most options! Love it, thank you!
Kate Becnel: You literally just saved every Christmas project I hope to complete now!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
Celeste Musgrove: Literally! You just saved me $25 from going and buying a bow maker, and you made this so easy and stress free!! I can't thank you enough!!!
Delores Lentz: I loved this! I have always loved bows but never known exactly how to do! Have loads of spools of ribbon so this Christmas I'll have bows & more bows. Merry Christmas!!
Violet Joy: Now THIS is a great tutorial!! You are adorable and so are all the bows. Your accent is a bonus. I'll be trying these tomorrow as a couple of my wreaths are in need of new bows, and I'll be finishing up my Christmas wrapping.
Shelia Kern: Best bow making video I've seen, simple, easy and beautiful!
Lisa Demuth: So thrilled to find your video. Looking at wired ribbon spools that must be transformed to bows for my daughter's wedding next month. So intimidated and this looks much easier than I thought. (Only wish I could slow down your sped up video sections so I could see more of what you are doing.) Thank you for sharing!
Mason Andrews: Just found your video while looking for a easy diy to make a bow. Glad I found this. The bow Instructions were really easy. Thanks. Also ❤️ your hair.
Kat’s Wreaths Decor & more: THANK YOU!!! Finally a bow tutorial that is truly easy.
Marie Carty: New subscriber Thank you soooo much for sharing the bow making tips. You make it look so easy!
Lynnette: MUCHAS GRACIAS for all these great bow tutorials! I love ALL of them!
Nancy Romano: Thank you for this I loved it you make it look so easy, I really appreciate it...
Nanci Hogue: The best video on bow making ever !!! I have bows everywhere now for decoration LOVE IT !!
Mary Jo Berry: Very well illustrated and easy to make. Thank you
nooncactus: Thank you so much! This helped me when most other tutorials called for a Bowdabra. You’re teaching me what I need to know to without an expensive tool to finish a few Halloween projects. I appreciate it.
Little_legs80: Best bow tutorial I have seen. Thank you so much x
Toie Boyd: I have watched so many tutorials on bow making but now the one I struggle to make is the last one that you made I just made one and it blowed my mind how pretty it is thank God for this video thank you so much
Pamela Yourek: Timely for upcoming season! Late to the party, but I love your bows- I think I can do this! Thank you
Kathryn VanderVere: Thank you so much. I have trouble understanding things sometimes and I understood everything! I am so excited to be able to make bows now!
Trace Phillips: I’m sitting here with my mouth open r I thought these were so hard to do and you made it so easy and I’m a first time watcher you have changed my whole crafting life thank you so much I hope you have a blessed day
Julia Terry: Wow; you are great!!! You are so good at teaching. The bow with wire at edge is best! Thank you so much!
Valerie Parrish: thanks so much for sharing, you made it look so easy to make such beautiful bows
Karoll Walsh: You are a lifesaver! I have always cringed at bow making & finally decided to look up tutorials & so thankful that I found yours!
Deborah Sams: Incredible! Thank you! So smart and with great production values! I'm a subscriber now! :)
foxyfargo: I bought a bowdabra and have watched sooooo many bow making videos, but i could never get the hang of it. This is the BEST bow tutorial video ever. Bowmaking is a breeze now. Thank you
J Davis: Love this! You are a really good teacher- Thanks
Linda Boggess: OMG! I was going to watch several videos on how to make bows but your video covered just about every option for bow making anyone would ever need! Question: What width of ribbon would you recommend for making ribbons to put on the a Christmas tree? I don't want them to big but too small would not work either.
Bridget White: Exactly what I was looking for, thank you!
E Vasquez ♡: Ayyyyeeee! Every single one you made my mouth was hanging open and I was like oh snap Thank you ❤️ I'm buying ribbon now to try this so I can stop asking my grandma
Brenda Starr: Thanks for this-running to Dollar Tree for pipe cleaners! Made my 1st big project with Cricut (painfully new) & bows will complete the Xmas Christmas lighted blocks!!!! Merry Christmas. Just subbed!
Judy Russell: I loved this! I think I can finally make a decent bow!
Joni Mosteller: Hi Gina, you saved the day ,these are a bow for everything❣️Thank you so much and God Bless You♂️
Kelly Brown: Best bow tutorial ever! You rock. Thank you
Elizabeth Hartley: Wow! You are amazing. Thank you so much for your video on bow making. Can’t wait to see your other videos!
kristen smitherman: For "not being a bowmaker", you doing great. Easy instructions, & places where I can pause it. Thanks!
Jackie Hubbard: Thanks so much for this tutorial for making bowls you made it very easy and beautiful now I’m going to Put it to the test thanks
Raven Moonsinger: I'm so glad I found your video! I've been trying to learn to make decorative bows for years and your videos finally helped me to achieve that. You are ten different kinds of awesome--thank you, thank you, thank you!
Marsha Wagner: Oh my I love you. I’ve struggled with making bows and you make it very easy. Haha a lot easier than I’ve tried and a lot prettier.
Terri Wells: THANK YOU! This is the BEST bow video I have seen! I think I might be able to do it!
Caontie Mcneal: Thanks for sharing this with me/us ! Very helpful
Kaydo & Toot: Excellent tutorials, thank you!
0HN0D1N0: This was a really nice bow tutorial, thank you! P.s I love how you say bow!
Kathy Shank: Wow, easy easy, going to try em all, just found you, love loved your video, can’t wait for more..have a blessed thanksgiving week!
Juto: Thank you for this tutorial!
Suzanne Brown: Where have you been all my life!!! Wow! What a great lesson on bow making. You are a very good teacher!!!
Elizabeth Purdum: Great! Easy to follow. Thank you
Martha: Thank you so much awesome tutorial ❤️
Jeniffer Foster: Wow, thank you so much, this IS thee best bow making video I've watched, by far!! I did one and ended up using ALL the rolls of my ribbon for one bow and the bow won't fluff right and it's Hugh so I can't use it on my wreath now I could reuse the ribbon and make one of your bows couldn't I? This is my VERY first wreath, I sew,quilt, crochet, cross stitch and an trying embroidery too. I an Americana/4th if July shabby chic wreaths today. IT SO STINKING CUTE THANK YOU SI MUCH FOR SHARING AND GOD BLESS YOU.. Jen
Polly Ray: Wow you made them all look so easy.thank you !
Ashay Mathieu: girlfriend, girlfriend, girlfriend keep doing what you are doing. You are a blessing to me and so many others. I a rewatching this video and sharing it on my social media platforms because it is one of the best videos i’ve seen so far. Is has increased my confidence in MAKING BOWS
Jeanette: Thank you for this. Going to try my hand at making a wreath and was very daunted by the bow part.
Sally Griffith: Thank You for a perfect tutorial !
Lucinda Aldighere: I have severe arthritis in my one hand and your process made it possible to make these easily. Thank you!!!
Mrsdevsgirl: I kid you not, you just legit helped me make a ribbon for a Christmas basket I was making. Thank you so much. ❤❤❤❤
Robin Girard: I just watched your video and cannot wait to go get my supplies and try all of them!! Thank you so much!!
Marilyn: That looks so easy. Will try it shortly. Thanks
Fran Felix: How do you make the bows with one sided ribbons? Thank you for your tutorial.
Ruth Coons: Thanks do much for the instructions
Gwendolyn Montgomery: Gorgeous thank you
Jocelyn Childress: THANK YOU!! I watched so many tutorials.. FINALLY one I can follow!!
Helen Edger: The best bow making ever. Thank you
SHANNON JOHNSON: Thank you for your help. Your tutorial was very helpful