Spring Bow Tutorial
Materials
- 1 roll 1-1/2” navy scallop edge
- 1 roll 1-1/2” brown and white houndstooth
- 1 roll 2-1/2” French peonies
- 1 roll 2-1/2” blue and white gingham
- 1 roll 2-1/2” blue velvet
- Zip ties
- Pipe cleaner
Instructions
Choose Your Ribbon Order
- The key to a beautiful bow is layering your ribbons thoughtfully. For this bow, we’re working from narrow ribbons to wider ones:
- Start with your 1.5-inch scalloped edge ribbon (Coach Jordan’s “fancy panty”).
- Layer in the houndstooth.
- Follow with your 2.5-inch floral, gingham, and a final wide ribbon.
- Measure and Create Loops
- Each loop will increase by one inch as you layer:
- 1st Ribbon (Scalloped Edge):
- Tail: 10 inches.
- Loops: Two 5-inch loops.
- 2nd Ribbon (Houndstooth):
- Tail: 10 inches.
- Loops: Two 5.5-inch loops.
- 3rd Ribbon (Floral):
- Tail: 10 inches.
- Loops: Two 6-inch loops.
- 4th Ribbon (Gingham):
- Tail: 10 inches.
- Loops: Two 6.5-inch loops.
- 5th Ribbon (Optional Solid or Pattern):
- Add only a tail (no loops) to complete the design.
Secure Your Bow
- Gather the ribbons in your hand or on your bow maker.
- Use a zip tie to secure the center of your bow tightly.
- Add a pipe cleaner to the back of the bow before fully tightening the zip tie. This will make it easy to attach your bow to wreaths, swags, or other decor.
Fluff and Arrange
- Before cinching the zip tie completely, adjust the loops and tails.
- Alternate patterns for visual interest (e.g., gingham in front of floral on one side, reversed on the other).
Dovetail the Tails
- To finish your bow with a polished look:
- Fold the ends of each tail like a taco.
- Cut at an angle toward the folded edge for that signature “V” shape.