DIY Bows

Bow are used for everything and can be really expensive for a one time use. Last year I made my own bows out of old magazines that I had. It was way cheaper. This year I decided to make them out of fabric. Maybe this time they will last a little longer.

Supplies:
Fabric, ribbon, or magazines
thread, staples or glue

You need to cut your material into the following strips:
3-10.5x3/4
3-9.5x3/4
2-8.5x3/4
1-3.5x3/4

 

Start with the longest strip. Fold it in half to find the middle, make a crease and unfold. Twist the ends into the middle and secure with either a pin, staple or glue. Do this for each strip except the smallest piece.

 

Again starting with the longest strip, start layering each twisted strip. Largest to smallest. Secure them.

 

Now take the smallest strip and form a loop. This goes in the middle. Secure it again.

 

Your bow is done. If you use fabric it will be floppy. You can use tape to secure it to any package.