Making Ribbon Bows, Part 1
Did you know that you could use the same technique to make ribbon bows for your hair just like the ribbon bows on packages? Yes, you can make a hair bow the same way that a gift is wrapped. The main difference is the clip that you use. On a package, you would usually tape it or even glue it into place. With a little practice you will be able to create bows that are not just for your Christmas tree but hair bows, floral bows and package bows.
You will need:
- Satin faced ribbon, double faced satin taffeta or grosgrain weave ribbon (your choice)
- Scissors
- Thread, in matching colors
Remember, ribbon comes in varying widths and your ribbon can be any width you wish it to be. You also need to decide on the size of the bow. Also remember that the measurements given below are just to give you an idea of what you are doing. Here are three basic bow techniques:
The Rosetta Bow
The size of this bow is determined by the number of times you wrap the ribbon around a card. You will need to determine the size of the loop to determine the size of the card. Once you have wrapped the ribbon around the card, gently slide the ribbon off the card, holding it in the center. Now take a piece of thread, wrap it around the loops in the center, and pull it tight. Tie the thread and form a rosette by spreading out the loops of the bow. Bow complete. This type of bow you will probably see on a flower hat.
The Dahlia Bow
You will need 28 inches of ribbon. Every 4-1/2” fold and make a crease until you reach the end of the ribbon. You do not use the card here you simply fold increase. Use a pin in the center to hold it in place. Take an additional 8″ of ribbon and tie it around the center. Remove the pin. Now cut the ends diagonally and spread into a fan shape. Some people actually cut the ribbon in varying lengths to imitate irregular petals. You might see a smaller version of this type of bow on wholesale baby girl headbands.
The Giant Bow
This type of bow is actually 2 bows and can be used for holiday decorations on front doors or large gifts. The width of this bow is usually 10 inches and you will need 1-3/4 yards of 3″ ribbon. You will need an additional 1-1/2 yards of 3 inch ribbon for the smaller bow that is part of this bow.
For now, grasp 5″ inches from the end gather up approximately an inch and hold with your left thumb and forefinger. Make a loop and pinch with your left thumb and forefinger. Continuing on the right side make another 5 inch loop and continue back and forth until you have made three loop’s on each side. Now take a piece of thread, wrap it around where your fingers are, and tie to hold it. Adjust the loops into a circle.
Repeat the same procedure only using 4″ inches and making 4 loops with two ends. Adjust loops into a circle and placed the smaller bow on the center of the large bow and tie both together with a piece of narrow ribbon. Bow complete.
Next month Making Ribbon Bows, Part 2
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