Want to make the perfect cheer or school spirit bow in just minutes? In this fun and easy tutorial, Sandy Sandler—creator of the Bowdabra® Bow Maker—shows you how. Watch this step-by-step video DIY and learn how to create an adorable cheer bow using the Mini Bowdabra®. Whether you’re crafting for a cheer squad, school spirit […]
Kids of all ages like to color. Use a grown-up mandala coloring page and markers to personalize a back-to-school notebook cover. Supplies that you’ll need: Your choice of mandala templates: Circular Mandala, Lotus Mandala, or Simple Mandala Cardstock Markers, crayons, or colored pencils Liquid adhesive or double-sided tape How to Personalize a Notebook Cover: Print […]
Get those students ready for back to school with an extra special upcycled denim ponytail holder that will match almost every outfit of the week! Up-Cycle those old jeans into a hair bow or a ponytail holder… Lots of hair bows and ponytail holders at that! You can customize them to many different styles and […]
A time capsule is a fun way to remember the school year. It’s like a journal or diary in a bottle. Young artists will have a great time decorating their own capsules. Here’s what you’ll need: Empty soda bottle Cardstock for label Markers Variety of embellishment—pom poms, ribbon, rhinestones, googly eyes, etc. Liquid adhesive or […]
It’s that time of year when folks are planning for going back to school. This Ready-to-Rock back-to-school headband is sure to put a smile on your special youngster’s face. Gather these supplies for the Back to School Headband: Five 6″ x 5/8″ lengths patterned satin ribbon Three 6″ x 6″ lengths tulle (or one 6″ […]
Pencil toppers are fun anytime, but especially when it’s time to go back to school. Gather these supplies: Pencil Topper Patterns Markers, crayons, or colored pencils Scissors Liquid adhesive Chenille Stems Googly eyes Rhinestones Other embellishments of your choice Let’s make the Pencil Toppers: Begin by printing and cutting out the pencil topper patterns. Then, […]
This Welcome Back to School wreath is a great way to greet children heading back to school—for either in-person or remote learning. These are the supplies you’ll need: 10″ floral foam ring 4-5 yards 1½” natural ribbon 15″ length 1½” patterned grosgrain ribbon 60″ length 1½” patterned grosgrain ribbon 15″ length 5/8″ solid colored grosgrain […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to share how to create teacher gift boxes. Whether you need a gift for the holidays, birthdays or final days of school, these gifts will be sure to please. Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow Wire LA Ribbon Instructions: Start by placing the bow wire in the channel and wrap under the […]
It’s Back to School time and Sandy Sandler, creator of Bowdabra, the world’s easiest bow making tool, is all set help you learn how to make super simple and stunning hair bows, cheer bows, ponytail holder bows and more. Simple and Pretty Ponytail Holder Bow (begins from 0:40) Materials required: *Mini Bowdabra * White […]
Watch this quick video DIY with Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra as she shows you how to beautifully embellish a T-shirt and hair bow to match. This is a great back to school project that you can make in literally minutes! Matching T-shirt and hair bow Materials (1) T-Shirt / Tank Top (2) […]
How would you like to make this beautiful mermaid hair bow for your little mermaid? It’s so easy you can create this mermaid hair bow in literally minutes. It is so elegant with the velveteen ribbon. Add the fish scale cabochons to finish the look. Mermaid hair bow Materials: Mini Bowdabra Hair bow tool […]
Learn how to make some of the most amazing back to school hair bows, outfits and more with Sandy Sandler, creator of the Bowdabra bow making tool. Its as easy as 1-2-3 with Bowdabra, the world’s easiest bowmaker. Perfect Teacher’s Gift with Bowdabra Materials: Mini Bowdabra * 18″ Silver Bowdabra Wire * 9″ Red Bowdabra […]
School will be starting soon or in some places already in session. The kids may be eager to get started but don’t send them to school with an ordinary homework folder. Craft together to make a personalized and fun back to school homework folder. The family that crafts together forms lasting bonds of love. Updated […]
Now that you’ve made that gorgeous back to school tank top, make an easy fashion hair bow to match! Follow this DIY video and make an easy fashion hair bow to match a tank top and your child will be going back to school in style. Sandy guides you through this easy Bowdabra DIY video. We’d […]
Bowdabra creator, Sandy shows you how to make this gorgeous back to school tank top. It’s so easy and you can personalize it with favorite colors or prints of ribbon. And be sure and visit tomorrow when Sandy shows you how to make a matching hair bow! Materials: Mini Bowdabra 18″ Silver Bowdabra Wire […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to show you how to create decorative teacher’s gifts. Create fun teacher’s gifts with Bowdabra Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow Wire Assorted ribbon scraps Notepads Clear Bags It’s time to start thinking about teacher gifts. And adding a Bowdabra bow as the finishing touch makes teacher’s gifts more elaborate. Create notebooks adding […]
Save money and time on your back to school bows! Watch Bowdabra designer, Christel Jules as she shows you how to make a stunning back to school fashion hair bow. Bowdabra back to school fashion hair bow Materials Needed: Bowdabra/Maquina de Bowdabra Bowdabra Wire/Alambre Bowdabra Grosgrain Ribbon/Cinta Grosgrain Decorative Ribbon/Cinta Decorativa Back to school personalized […]
It is so easy to make a one of a kind back-to-school hair bow using satin ribbon, iron-on transfers, and Bowdabra!! Great way to customize and personalize a hair bow for a special little girl. These back to school bows can be made in the school colors, too. Supplies for Personalized Back-to-School Hair Bow 24″ […]
Watch this video and you can make this adorable ladybug hair bow and holder. They say ladybugs are lucky and what a great little treat for back to school for one “lucky” little girl. The hair bow is so cute and the ladybug acts as the hair bow holder. How sweet it will look on […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today with a great way to make pretty school supply packages using Bowdabra. Each year, we like to pick up extra supplies for those children who need some assistance. This year, I decided to help the kids get ready for school using Bowdabra to make up pretty school supply packages. Supplies: […]
The back-to-school countdown has begun. Only a few more summer vacation days. But, this back-to-school spirit hair bow is perfect for that first day of school. Supplies for Making a Back-to-School Spirit Hair Bow Mini Bowdabra Mini Bowdabra Hair Bow Ruler 40″ length of 1½” wide grosgrain ribbon in school color/s (I used this ribbon […]
Back to school is right around the corner and we all are busy buying school supplies, clothes, and backpacks. Personalize your child’s backpack with this very cool and super easy Bowdabra backpack tag. Watch and learn how easy it is to make a Bowdabra backpack tag. It’s a super way to add style to your […]
Kids can use the Bowdabra to make some silly feather pencil toppers for back to school. All the stores are starting to carry back to school supplies like pencils, pads, paper and more. Now is the best time to stock up on school and office supplies. While you are shopping for school supplies why not […]
It’s almost back-to-school time!! That means getting the school clothes ready for action. Here’s an easy way to give a t-shirt new pizzazz with a bow. This small bow makes a big impact, following the “less is more” design concept. Supplies and Equipment to Give a T-shirt New Pizzazz with a Bow Mini Bowdabra 9″ […]
Just watch this amazing video to make an elegant headband featuring Sandy Sandler and Bowdabra. You will be surprised at how quickly you can whip up a back to school elegant headband that your daughter will absolutely love! This elegant headband is a quick and easy project that comes together in minutes. It’s great for […]
Pretty soon school will be starting and your little girl will wow them when she shows up wearing this elegant pearl hair clip! It’s so easy to make this elegant pearl hair clip in just minutes with the Mini Bowdaba, with hair bow tool and ruler. And with Christmas just around the corner you will […]
Materials: Bowdabra Mini Bowdabra Hair Bow Tool and Ruler Bowdabra Bow Wire (18”) Red Glitter Ribbon (1 1/2” x 14”) Silver Glitter Ribbon (1 1/2” x 14”) Rhinestone Mesh (4”) Scissors Lighter Glue Glittery cheer bow So we’re going to make a really simple glittery cheer bow. I’m going to start with my Mini Bowdabra […]
Ready for some crafty showcase fun? We host this party every Saturday. Now that we are in a new month, the link party will be open all month long. We will promote your projects on our social media channel throughout the week and feature some of our favorites on our blog on Friday and/or Saturday. […]
