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Multi-Ribbon Bow for Wreaths
A festive Christmas-themed ribbon bow featuring red, white, and beige colors with patterns of candy canes, peppermints, and gingerbread houses.
Equipment
scissors
EZ Bow Maker
Materials
2
2.5" wired ribbon
different styles
1
1.5" wired ribbon
zip ties
pipe cleaners
Instructions
Cut Your Ribbons
Start by cutting your ribbons. You will need three layers of ribbon for this bow:
First Ribbon: 8-inch tails, 6-inch loops
Second Ribbon: 7-inch tails, 5.5-inch loops
Third Ribbon: 7-inch tails, 5-inch loops with an extra 4-inch center loop
Create the First Layer
Measure out an 8-inch tail on your first ribbon.
Form a loop about 6 inches long and pinch the ribbon at the base of the loop.
Twist the ribbon so that the patterned side stays visible.
Create a second loop on the opposite side of your bow, pinching and twisting the ribbon again.
You will now have two loops on one side and two tails on the opposite side.
Place this layer in your Easy Bow Maker or hold it in your hand.
Create the Second Layer
With the second ribbon, repeat the same process, but make the loops about 5.5 inches.
Pinch, twist, and loop until you have two loops on one side and two tails on the other, ensuring your loops alternate direction from the first layer.
Place this layer into the Easy Bow Maker or hold it in your hand on top of the first layer.
Create the Third Layer with Center Loop
For the third ribbon, follow the same process but make your loops 5 inches.
Add an extra loop (about 4 inches) in the center for added detail.
Pinch, twist, and loop, keeping the two larger loops on opposite sides from the previous layers.
Place the third layer in the Easy Bow Maker or hold it in your hand.
Secure the Bow with a Zip Tie
Carefully lift the bow out of the Easy Bow Maker or out of your hand, being careful to hold all the layers together.
Place a zip tie around the center of the bow and pull tight to secure it.
Add a pipe cleaner underneath the zip tie so you can use it to attach the bow to your wreath or any other décor.
Trim the Tails
Fold each ribbon tail in half and cut upwards towards the fold to create a dovetail.
Repeat this for all tails.
Fluff and Adjust Your Bow
Use your fingers to fluff each layer of the bow. Spread the loops apart and adjust the tails to your liking.
Make sure the center loop hides the zip tie and pipe cleaner from the top.
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