Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra is here to show you how easy it is to make the most perfect cheer bow in minutes. This bow is adorable in football print ribbon, however, you can make these cheer bows in your school colors and wear them all season long. They are super easy to make so you will want them for your entire cheer squad!
Thin ribbon in the corresponding color
Ponytail holder
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, using the football ribbon (or ribbon of choice) find the center, pinch a mountain up fold, and place it in the Mini Bowdabra.
Now, bring the tail of the ribbon across pinch a fold, and lay it in the Bowdabra bringing the tail down. Follow with the opposite side ribbon end, pinch in the center, and place in the Mini Bowdabra with the tail facing up.
Then, 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. Now, remove the bow from the Bowdabra, separate the ends, turn to the back, and tie a knot. Tie a double knot for extra security. The Bowdabra wire makes it so easy!
Now, wrap the thin ribbon around the center of the cheer bow and tie a flat knot in the back. Use the excess ribbon to tie the cheer bow to the ponytail holder.
To finish, clip the thin ribbon and bow wire close. Finally, adjust the pinwheel shape of the bow and you have a perfect cheer bow!
