How to make the best Patriotic Bow Wreath – Easy DIY Tutorial

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here.  As we approach the 4th of July, I’ve created a wreath incorporating a Bowdabra patriotic bow wreath.

Supplies:

Bowdabra Bow Maker
Bowdabra Bow Wire
Ribbons
Wreath
Floral Embellishments

Instructions:

First, cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire, fold it in half, and insert it into the Bowdabra.  You will have a loop on one side and two loose wires on the other side.  This will serve as your slipknot. Tuck the ends under to stay out of the way while you are making your bow.

Next, cut a length of the flag ribbon approximately 12″ long and place it in the Bowdabra.

Create loops by passing the ribbon through the channel, and twirling it on each turn.

Continue making loops, twisting the ribbon as it passes through the channel.

Continue in this manner until you have created the number of desired loops.
I created 5 loops on each side of the channel.
Use the Bowdabra wand to push the ribbon into the channel.

Using assorted ribbon strips, cut and place them in the channel.

Continue adding strips of ribbons until you are happy with the results.
Since I had a lot of scraps, I continued adding 5 different ribbon strips.

Pull up on the bow wire, threading the ends through the loop.
Pull tight and tie off.

Fluff up the loops.

Dovetail all ribbon edges. To dovetail, fold the ribbon in half and cut at an angle away from the fold.

Place some greenery on the bow, then tie the bow to the wreath.

Re-fluff out the bow and re-arrange the ribbon strips. You have a gorgeous patriotic bow wreath that takes only minutes to create!

Thanks for stopping by.

Steph