Coach Jordan is here to show us how to create a stunning neutral wreath bow that’s great to use all year long. You don’t need a bow maker for this design because Coach Jordan is showing us how to do it by hand!
Hey, y’all! Coach Jordan never fails to amaze me with his brilliant simplicity. His wreath designs always look gorgeous and impressive, but they’re often much more simple and nuanced than you may initially realize.
Today, he’s sharing a simple neutral wreath bow that’s as beautiful as it is versatile. And, the best part of this design is that it’s all done by hand. That means you don’t need to have an EZ Bow Maker or a Pro Bow to make this one!
But rest assured, if you feel more comfortable using your EZ Bow Maker, this design is easy to transfer to make on it.
Note: If you love designs that use simple bows, check out our Grapevine Snowflake Wreath, DIY Farmhouse Swag, or Lemon grapevine wreath with blue and white florals!
Supplies Needed
Here’s everything you’ll need to make this wreath bow. This supply list is short and sweet!
How To Make A Wreath Bow By Hand
The process for making this bow is super simple. If you are used to using an EZ Bow Maker to make your bows, it may seem a little confusing to do it by hand. Just follow these instructions to create a simple but versatile everyday wreath bow design.
Step 1
Take your first 1.5-inch ribbon and make a 12-inch tail with a 5.5-inch loop. Pinch, twist (so you see the pretty side of the ribbon in the other loop), and make another loop. Then, measure out one more tail of equal length.
Step 2
Take another 1.5-inch ribbon and make a slightly longer tail with a 6-inch loop. Pinch, twist and repeat so you have 1 loop and 1 tail on each side.
Step 3
Take the 3rd 1.5-inch ribbon and make a slightly longer tail with a 6-inch loop. Pinch, twist, loop, and repeat so you have 1 loop and 1 tail on each side.
Step 4
Now take your first 2.5-inch ribbon and make a slightly longer tail with a 6.5-inch loop. Pinch, twist, and loop so you have 1 loop and 1 tail on each side.
Step 5
Grab your second 2.5-inch ribbon and make a slightly longer tail with a 7-inch loop. Pinch, twist, and loop so that you have 1 loop and 1 tail on each side of the bow.
Step 6
Take your final 2.5-inch ribbon and make a slightly longer tail with a 7-inch loop. Pinch, twist, and loop so that you have 1 loop and 1 tail on each side of the bow.
Step 7
Now, grab a zip tie and wrap it around the center of your bow. Pull it until it’s closed but slightly loose.
Step 8
Thread a pipe cleaner through your zip tie then cinch the zip tie tight.
Step 7
Fluff out your bow, separating the layers and spreading them out. Dovetail the ends.
What do I do if I can’t hold the wreath bow in my hand as I make it?
I completely understand the challenge that presents! If you can’t hold the bow as you work, you can either use your EZ Bow Maker to make your bow or you can use a pipe cleaner to hold your bow together as you work on additional layers.
That’s it, y’all! This bow is super easy to make and it looks terrific with a huge variety of designs. If you have any questions, please leave them in the comments below or on the FB page so we can answer them.
More Wreath Bow Inspiration
It’s a simple process that produces a lovely bow, right? If you love making bows and trying new techniques, check out these bow tutorials:
- How To Make A Simple Bow: A Tutorial By Parker
- Bow Making Fun with the Creative Coaches
- Terri Bow Tutorial: Make a Bow Using the EZ Bow Maker
- Bow Maker Tools- The Great Bow Debate
- Learn How to Make Decorative Bows
If you haven’t joined our Facebook group How To Make Wreaths Facebook Group, make sure you head on over there. Share your latest design with us!
If you need any help with centerpiece-making, bow-making, wreath-making, or crafting in general, be sure to check out more of our tutorials on How to Make Wreaths.
Finally, if you’re 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.
How To make An Everyday Wreath Bow
Materials
Instructions
- Take your first 1.5-inch ribbon and make (2) 12-inch tails with (2) 5.5-inch loops.
- With your second 1.5-inch ribbon, make a slightly longer tail with a 6-inch loop. Pinch, twist, and loop so you have 1 loop and 1 tail on each side.
- Take the 3rd 1.5-inch ribbon and make your tail a little longer with another 6-inch loop. Pinch, twist, loop, and repeat so you have 1 loop and 1 tail on each side.
- Now it's time to use your first 2.5-inch ribbon. Make a little longer tail with a 6.5-inch loop. Pinch, twist, and loop so you have 1 loop and 1 tail on each side.
- Repeat the same process with your second 2.5-inch ribbon and make a slightly longer tail with a 7-inch loop. You'll have 1 loop and 1 tail on each side of the bow.
- Take your final 2.5-inch ribbon and make a slightly longer tail with a 7-inch loop. Pinch, twist, and loop so that you have 1 loop and 1 tail on each side of the bow.
- Wrap a zip tie through the center of your bow and pull it closed but not tightly closed.
- Thred a pipe cleaner through your zip tie on the back side of the bow. Cinch your zip tie closed.
- Fluff out your bow and dovetail the ends.
Video
Just pin this everyday DIY wreath bow tutorial below to find the instructions later!
