Join 5-year-old Dax as he crafts the best pet collar bow for his foster dog, Cybill Shepherd, with his “JoJo” from the Bowdabra Design Team! Using the Mini Bowdabra, makes these fun and stylish bows a breeze.  It’s so easy that even a 5-year-old loves doing it! This delightful project is sure to add a special touch to Cybill’s adoption photos.

Materials:

24” – 2.5” wide ribbon of choice

Bling button

Bowdabra Bow Wire

Mini Bowdabra

Instructions:

First, five-year-old, Dax, cuts a piece of Bowdabra bow wire.  Then, he folds it in half and places it in the Mini Bowdabra.  He tucks the ends underneath so they stay out of the way while he makes his pet bow.

Next, he takes a pre-cut, dovetailed piece of ribbon and finds the middle.  Then he places it in the  Mini Bowdabra.

Now he takes an 18″ piece of 2 1/2″ wide ribbon and folds the ends under about 3 times on both sides. Next, he scrunches the ribbon in the Bowdabra from the top down like an accordion.  He scrunches everything down with the Bowdabra wand.

With a little help from JoJo, since Dax still cannot tie his shoes, she threads the loose wires through the loop and pulls tight while the bow is still in the Bowdabra.  She removes it from the Bowdabra, separates the wires turns to the back, and ties a knot.

To finish, thread the excess wire through the bead or button and tie it tight. Finally, tie the completed bow to the pet collar.  You have the best pet collar bow easy enough for a 5-year-old to make!

Make memories by crafting with kids.  Perfect for family craft nights!