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How to make a tailored bow from ribbon

30th January 2023 | 1 min read

How to make a tailored bow from Ribbon

If you are looking for an elegant and stylish way to decorate a gift? Look no further, read on and follow this quick and easy step-by-step guide on how to make a tailored bow.

What you'll need

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  • Ribbon
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • 30 cm ruler

Step One

Cut three lengths of ribbon; 18cms, 23cms and 28cms.

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Step Two

For each length of ribbon, fold the ends under until they meet in the middle and glue in place.

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Step Three

Place the loops of ribbon one on top of another, longest at the bottom and shortest on the top and glue them together.

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Step Four

Cut another length of ribbon to 20cms.

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Step Five

Cut the ends into a V shape.

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Step Six

Glue the ribbon loops onto this tail piece.

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Step Seven

Cut another piece of ribbon to approximately 12cms.

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Step Eight

Wrap it around the centre of the ribbon loops and tail and secure at the back with glue.

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Step Nine

Attach to your gift and make somebody happy!

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Take a look at our selection of stylish premium ribbons from Ribbonly, the Birmingham based family run business, here.

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