Did you already catch our video tutorial on the EZ Bow Maker? If not, make sure to watch that next. In today’s post we are focusing on how to make a wreath bow using the Pro Bow.
If you have to craft multiple bows, both tools will help you save time. For our favorite bow making tools, check out Top 3 Bow Making Tools. Most of the time you’ll see me using the EZ Bow Maker, but there was a time that I would pull out the Pro Bow for projects like the one pictured below.
How to Make a Wreath Bow with the Pro Bow
Remember you can use this tutorial for any themed wreath. We went all patriotic for this one, but really all you need to do is switch out your ribbons to fit the season or occasion. Take a look at some of our Creative Coaching members’ wreaths at the end of the post. They are GORGEOUS!
Supplies needed:
Instructions:
These steps are simple and may seem tedious, but once you start, you’ll be able to make professional wreath bows in your sleep.
- Start by measuring out a piece of 24-inch wire. You’re going to need to cut and have 2 of these per bow.
- Next, take your first ribbon of choice and set it aside. Grab one of the wires that you just cut and fold it in half. Measure the ribbon out about 6 inches, give it a pinch, and tie it off with the wire.
- Take that ribbon and wrap it around your center peg. Give it a little pinch on the bottom then tie it with the wire and wrap the wire around the bottom peg. Tie if off on the top. Doing this gives you a center loop.
- Now it’s time to add your second wire. Take the second piece of cut wire and fold it in half. Work it through the bottom of the ribbon that is the newly created center ribbon and twist it off using the wire.
- Take your ribbon and loop up and around the center ribbon and around the next pegs on the left and right of the center ribbon. Then, tie it off at the bottom.
- At this point, you’ll do the same with your third ribbon as well. Follow the same steps of grabbing your third wire, folding in half, circling around the bottom center loop and around the next two pegs on the left and right that are currently empty.
- For the final step of using up the four cut wires, do this exact same process again with the fourth ribbon and fourth wire.
- Do these steps over and over again until you’ve come to the end of the pegs. On the final peg, I like to use two ribbons at a time (instead of just one) and loop around the bottom and tie it off just to get it a bit of extra pizzazz.
- Once tied, pull off the pegs and you’ve created your very own wreath bow!
See how simple and easy this can be?
Would you like to learn how to make the entire wreath pictured above? Check out our free patriotic wreath tutorial by clicking here.
See some of our members’ creations:
Beach themed wreath design by Brenda Racca
Fall Themed Wreath by Deb R
Liana M wreath designs
If you are interested in more info on learning how to make wreaths, where to buy supplies, and being in a community of like-minded crafters, check out our Creative Coaching Subscription Group.
I still have my Pro Bow but I purchased the EZ Bow Maker last year I think but haven’t used it yet. I haven’t made a wreath in months. When I need to make another bow I will try the EZ Bow Maker. I’m glad that y’all are giving everyone options to choose what works for them
These videos are so nice! Thank you guys so much and thank you Parker for all your hard work on the blog! I started by using the EZ bow maker and really liked it. I purchased a Pro Bow because I had a hard time making a certain kind of bow. I am still practicing and Damon’s videos are really helpful. In the end I can’t tell the difference between an EZ bow maker bow, a Pro Bow bow or a hand bow bow or whatever other kind of bow maker there is out there. Its all about Patience, Practice… Read more »
glad you enjoy this! feel free to share! much love.
Never had one but looks pretty complicated and time consuming and frustrating, I use the ez bow maker
we love our EZ bow too – theres a tool for everyone out there… Thanks for reading!
It’s great I enjoyed it!
thanks for reading – feel free to share!
Love my Probow and y Easy Bowmake! Wonderful video and instructions.
glad you liked it feel free to share.
Love the ProBow, and the EZ Bow maker, it depends on what type of look I want for that particular wreath or centerpiece I am working on, love the video, it’s different on how I use my ProBow so it was educational thanks!
thanks for watching! appreciate you taking the time to comment.
All posted videos are very helpful. Thank you for your generosity and kindness in sharing!!
Thank you for taking the time to provide excellent step by step instructions! While not my personal choice for a bow maker, I definitely appreciate y’all taking the time to show other options!
Love how you make it look so easy.
Damon and Parker I really like your new website
I check every day to see what I can learm..
I prefer the Pro Bow to the EZ Bow Maker. Your ribbon length is more consistent and the bow seems tighter. The bows are neater looking. I have a Pro Bow and LOVE it. No EZ Bow maker for me.
Glad you found something that works for you