I need ideas for making Chirstmas bows

Janelle Weaver
by Janelle Weaver
I'm looking for ways to make Christmas bows. Easy ones as I'm not very crafty but I have a bunch of ribbon on hand and gifts to wrap.
  4 answers
  • Cindi Cindi on Dec 20, 2015
    I took a class to make a pine cone thing with material, and I was suppose to make a bow for the top, which seemed so easy, but I still haven't got it to look right. I went to an Estate Sale and found this thing called Deluxe EZ Bow Maker, with a board and dowels. It's suppose to make everything from small bows to very large, and looks very easy, but I haven't actually tried it yet. I don't know if this is Vintage, or something you can get in the store, but I'm sure something like it is available at Michaels or Hobby Lobby, or even this one online, Amazon and EBay have everything, old and new, I just bought a Sprirograph from Amazon, speaking of blast from the past. Well, I don't know if that helps much, OR you could go on You Tube, I go there every time I need to learn something new, or to learn how something works. I always forget about them, you should try that first, it's free. Anyway, good luck.
  • Janet Pizaro Janet Pizaro on Dec 20, 2015
    try this post. www.hometalk.com/diy/decorate/christmas/how-to-make-a-christmas-bow-decor-craft-5533896
  • MN Mom MN Mom on Dec 20, 2015
    Hello, Janelle Bows don't always need to be bows! You don't mention if you have fabric ribbon or a more papery type. I usually like working with fabric ribbon because it's more forgiving if you make a goof and need to start over. A simple square knot can do wonders. Once you master that, you can use it to dress up a wrapped box and even a gift bag. Also, don't over look adding other elements to your wrapping. A simple sprig of greenery (artificial vs. live) or even a silk flower or vintage postcard can make a huge impact on the presentation as well. Here are a couple photos for you. I hope you're inspired and enjoy your gift wrapping time!
  • Peggy Peggy on Dec 20, 2015
    Check on Rachel Ray's show from Friday the 18th. They showed how to make easy beautiful bows.
    • Karen Karen on Dec 21, 2015
      @Peggybreaux I can't find this episode and I really need all help with bow making :) Will keep looking for it.