It’s Christmas in July helping you get a head start on your Christmas crafts, wreaths and more. Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra shows you how easy it is to create a spectacular door decor swag in minutes. When Christmas comes around you will be all set!
1.5 yards Deco Mesh
3 yards Buffalo Plaid-red/black 4”
3 yards Buffalo Plaid Checkered Tree 2.5”
2 hanging Wisteria stems
Foliage bush
Mixed floral/foliage bush
First, cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire. Then, 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, take the deco mesh and roll the ends under to keep the frayed ends hidden. Then, scrunch down from the top.
Now, add some greenery facing down. Then, add another piece of greenery facing up. Follow this with the red wisteria facing down. At this point add the roses now.
Next, with the Christmas tree print ribbon that is facing one direction, cut the tail in half and place the two pieces facing in the proper direction. Dovetail the ends.
Take the Buffalo check ribbon and twist it and lay it in the Bowdabra. Fold it across to make a loop, continue to twist and fold to make matching loops.
Repeat this step with the Christmas tree print ribbon. Finish with a small button loop for the center.
Now, scrunch everything down with the Bowdabra wand. Then, insert the loose wires through the loop and pull tight while the bow is still in the Bowdabra. Then, remove the bow from the Bowdabra, separate the ends, turn to the back and tie a knot. Tie a double knot for extra security.
To finish, fluff and arrange the loops and florals on your door swag. You have the best door decor swag that you finished in minutes!
