How to Make a beautiful Pumpkin Themed Plaque: Easy Tutorial

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here sharing this Blessed Pumpkin themed  plaque you decorate with an easy bow created with the Bowdabra. Material: Bowdabra Mini Bow-Making Tool Bowdabra Bow Wire Wood Plaque Plaid Paint Ribbon Instructions: Make the Bowdabra bow: First, cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire.  Then, fold it in half and insert it […]

How to make the best bow to decorate a summer gift bag with Bowdabra

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman is here to share how to dress up a summer gift bag for all your upcoming festivities. A hostess gift is always welcome at summer parties and a beautiful gift bag is a perfect presentation. How to decorate a summer gift bag Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making Tool – Large Bow Wire Ribbon Gift […]

How to Quickly and beautifully Decorate Christmas Packages

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today to show you how to quickly and beautifully decorate Christmas packages using the  Bowdabra. How to quickly decorate Christmas packages Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow Making and Design Tool Bow wire LA Ribbons I had an assortment of Christmas ribbons I wanted to use, so I cut them into 12″ […]

How to Make a Winter Hair Bow with Bowdabra

How to Make a Winter Hair Bow with Bowdabra   Hey everyone! I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making a super cute winter hair bow using the Bowdabra bow maker. Let’s get started!   Materials: Bowdabra Bow Maker 1 ½ in wide blue satin ribbon 1 […]

How to make an adorable Holiday Last Minute Gift

Adorable Holiday last Minute Gift Ideas with Bowdabra Hey everyone! I’m Simply Shalese, here to make an adorable holiday last minute gift with you guys! Today we will be creating some adorable and precious last-minute gift ideas just in time for Christmas. These ideas are so adorable and easy to do…and they’re perfect for everyone! Let’s […]

How to Create Farmhouse Chic Fall Decor with Bowdabra

While the temperatures where I live are still screaming summer, my calendar tells me it’s time to start decorating for fall!  Today I am sharing a mini ribbon topiary made with the Bowdabra Mini.  Using Bowdabra it’s so easy to create Farmhouse chic fall decor in minutes!   Farmhouse chic fall decor What you will need […]

How to Make a Cork Pinecone Bow Ornament

It’s Christmas in July and time to get a head start on making handcrafted Christmas ornaments like this lovely cork pinecone bow ornament! It’s made from recycled wine corks and foam eggs from Easter and topped with a pretty Bowdabra bow! So, avoid the stress and rushed feelings the Christmas season brings and actually enjoy […]

Spring Into Wedding Season with this Trendy Farmhouse Chic Centerpiece

Is there a Spring wedding in your future? Bowdabra makes it so easy to create beautiful on trend decor.  Today I am sharing a “Farmhouse Chic” table centerpiece.   Brides Magazine lists the hot Spring wedding trends as: “Living Coral” Pantone’s Color of the Year Bringing the outdoors in (lots of foliage and unexpected foliage […]

How to make a super cute hair bow with Bowdabra

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to show you how to make a super cute hair bow with Bowdabra. Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Hair Bow Tool and Ruler Bow Wire Ribbon Super cute hair bow Start by placing the ruler over the Bowdabra. Next, place the Bow wire and fold it underneath so it is out of your […]

How to Make a Special Valentine Kitty Hair Bow

This special valentine kitty hair bow is sure to be a hit with a little girl in your life.  It’s easy to make this popular over-sized bow using the Mini Bowdabra Hair Bow Tool and Ruler kit. Supplies for the Valentine Kitty Hair Bow 32″ length 3″ white grosgrain ribbon, cut into two 16″ lengths […]

How to quickly make a delightful Christmas glass block décor piece

Christmas is full of gatherings, parties and more.  You want to have your home warm and full of Christmas joy.  This easy project of a Christmas glass block décor piece is easy and so pretty when displayed on a mantle, or as a centerpiece. Updated Dec. 2018 Christmas glass block décor piece Instructions: Vinyl lettering […]

How to make a bow like a pro

Learn how to make a bow like a pro!  It’s so easy and fun for everyone! You can make a bow faster than you can say supercalifragilisticexpialidocious. Once you get the techniques down, you too can make a bow like a pro! In this quick tutorial, Christel will teach you how to make a simple […]

How to make beautiful Bowdabra Thanksgiving Pumpkin Décor

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today with Thanksgiving pumpkin décor. Anyone can be an expert Bow maker with the Bowdabra.  Steph uses a pallet and finishes with a gorgeous Bowdabra Bow.  With Fall officially here,  it’s time to create Fall decorations.  Use the Bowdabra to create amazing bows for Thanksgiving pumpkin décor and all your […]

You can easily make beautiful bows for hostess gifts

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here showing you how to use the Bowdabra to create beautiful bows for Hostess Gifts.   You can create an assortment of bows from as little as 2 yards of ribbon. Let me show you how quick and easy package decorations are! Beautiful bows for hostess gifts Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making […]

How to make a Fabulous Christmas Gift Bag with Bowdabra

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here with a fabulous Christmas Gift Bag with Bowdabra.   Fabulous Christmas gift bag with Bowdabra Bow Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Wire 1/2″ wide ribbon 3″ wide ribbon Christmas Spray The Crafter’s Workshop stencil Imagine Crafts Brilliance Ink Art Dauber First, cut the bow wire. Place it in the channel and wrap […]

Bowdabra Floral Headband

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today with a Bowdabra Floral Headband.  This headband has just the right amount of green so it is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day.  And since this Bowdabra floral headband is so bright and cheery it is perfect for spring and even Easter in lieu of your Easter bonnet. How to […]

How to make a poinsettia bow for the most beautiful package decoration

This Christmas why not decorate your packages with a beautiful Bowdabra poinsettia bow?  Bowdabra designer Gail shows you just how easy and fun the poinsettia bow is to make. Don’t stop with packages though, these poinsettia bows would look equally awesome on a Christmas tree! Materials Needed: 2.5″ Ribbon Scissors/Ruler Bowdabra Bowdabra Bow Wire Double End […]

How to decorate a breast cancer awareness gift bag with Bowdabra

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today showing you how to decorate a breast cancer awareness gift bag with Bowdabra.  October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month so I’ve created a gift bag for someone special. Breast cancer awareness gift bag Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow Making Tool Bowdabra Bow WIre-Gold Ribbon Begin by placing an 18″ length […]

How to make a beautiful Bowdabra Decorated Fall Flower Pot

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today with a Bowdabra decorated fall flower pot. Want some pretty fall decorations?  Do you need a quick hostess gift for the upcoming fall season?   Just add a Bowdabra bow to a flower pot and you’ve created some pretty fall decorations that could easily double as a hostess gift. Supplies: […]

How to make this adorable ladybug hair bow and holder

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 […]

How to make a cool summer Hostess Gift with Bowdabra

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here with a quick and fun Summer Hostess Gift made special with the addition of a Bowdabra bow.  It’s summertime and it is the perfect time for picnics, bar-b-cues and beach fun.  Nothing says summer more than a pail and shovel.  If you are heading off to a party, just put some fun […]

Last minute greeting card perfect for Father’s Day

Looking for something quick and easy to make for Dad this Father’s Day? Watch this video tutorial as Bowdabra creator Sandy Sandler shows you how to make a last minute greeting card perfect for Father’s Day. The kids will enjoy helping to glue on the hardware nuts as a final touch for this last minute […]

How to easily make a fun adjustable patriotic bow tie

With Father’s Day, Flag Day, and the 4th of July right around the corner why not make a fun adjustable patriotic bow tie? This adjustable patriotic bow tie is super easy since there is no sewing involved. I’ve used my glue gun in lieu of needle and thread to attach everything! I’ve made the adjustable […]

Father’s Day Gift made special with a Bowdabra bow

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here with a Father’s Day gift made with the Bowdabra.  It’s summertime and that means it’s time for bar-b-cues and beer. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making and Design Tool Bowdabra Gold Wire 1 1/2″ wide sheer ribbon Rinea Foiled Paper Father’s Day Gift Begin by placing 18″ of gold bow wire in the […]

How To Make An Adorable Patriotic Ribbon Bow Wreath

Create an adorable patriotic ribbon bow wreath for your red, white and blue celebrations. Show your patriotic pride on Flag Day with this beautiful red, white and blue patriotic ribbon bow wreath. It’s a great addition to your celebrations, proudly showing your patriotic spirit! And it’s so easy to make using your Mini Bowdabra! This […]

Make a Beautiful Bottle Quick and Easy with Bowdabra

Make a beautiful bottle quick and easy with Bowdabra! Transform an ordinary glass bottle with ribbon into a lovely vase or decorative piece. It’s a great way to repurpose and upcycle and your imagination is unlimited on how you can design it. How fun it is to wrap a glass bottle with ribbon cording and […]

How to make your celebration fun with doggie party hats

These little DIY doggie party hats are so much fun to make and are perfect any celebration or special occasion. Why not let your pets join in on the fun. These adorable doggie party hats are so cute on your pets! You can design the hats according to your pet’s size. Create these sweet doggie […]

How to make an absolutely stunning sunflower straw hat

Watch this Bowdabra video tutorial as Sandy Sandler, the creator of Bowdabra shows you how to make a gorgeous sunflower straw hat. This sunflower straw hat is so much fun to make and so quick and easy. The addition of a beautiful Bowdabra mesh bow sets off your hat in style. Materials Bowdabra Bowdabra Bow […]

How to Use Cardboard to Make a Cool Refrigerator Magnet

Earth Day is April 22 and to celebrate, I’m showing you how easy it is to recycle cardboard into an adorable refrigerator magnet using ribbon. Materials Needed Cardboard Scissors/Ruler/Flower Pot Graphic Assorted Ribbon – 1.5″, 2.5″, 3/8″ Proxxon Hot Wire Tool Tweezers Tacky Glue/Hot Glue Seed Beads Magnet Mini Bowdabra, Bow Wire, Measuring Tool and […]

How to Make a Self-watering Planter from a Recycled Bottle

This self-watering planter is made from a recycled water bottle. Add a coordinating bow, and it’s ready to present as an Easter or Mother’s Day gift. Supplies for Bow and Self-watering Planter For the bow: Mini Bowdabra 15″ Bowdabra bow wire 12″ x 8″ length tulle 6″ length ½” grosgrain ribbon (for the bow’s tail) 9″ […]

How to use Bowdabra to beautifully embellish greeting Cards

Hi everyone, Steph here to show you that creating beautiful greeting cards is easy with Bowdabra. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making and Design Tool Bowdabra Gold Wire 1/2″ wide sheer ribbon 1″ mesh ribbon JoyClair Stamps Clearsnap Ink Spellbinders dies There is nothing prettier than greeting cards decorated with a bow.  Creating beautiful cards is easy with Bowdabra. Begin by […]

How to Make Crepe Paper Bow Ribbon – Fun for Opposite Day

Have you ever made crepe paper bow ribbon? Here’s an unconventional way of making it for Opposite Day! Doing things you wouldn’t normally do can bring about amazing results. Just look at the Before – Crepe Paper, and After – Bow Ribbon pictures! Can you imagine it’s just scrunching the paper together to make the ribbon? And […]

Make Wine Glass Decorations & Tags for Your Birthday Party

You know the dollar store has wine glasses for just a dollar. For a cool party favor for a grown up birthday party go get some wine glasses. Fill them with purple chocolate kisses and make a multi colored Bowdabra bow for the stem. Your guests can take their glasses home with them after the […]

Fourth of July Pillar Candle Centerpiece and Decoration

Design your own centerpiece for this Fourth of July. Create this easy to make decoration using a pillar candle. I chose an LED pillar candle so that I could enjoy it without having to worry about the candle wax melting onto my bow. Make a beautiful bow using the Mini Bowdabra with ruler. Materials Needed: […]

Bridal Shower Card with Bow

Bowdabra Designer, Tricia of Tricia’s Cards shares how to make a beautiful bridal shower card. Her tutorial includes the card along with how to decorate the envelope. We invite you to follow our step-by-step tutorial below. Materials Needed: Assorted Cardstock Bridal Embellishments Hot Glue Gems Scissors Silk Flowers Floral Stems Assorted Ribbon Foam Tape Mini […]

You’re Brrr-fect Winter Card with Mini Bowdabra Bow

Add little bows to cards easily with the Mini Bowdabra and the Hair Bow Tool & Ruler. Create this fun card for any occasion. The sentiment you’re brrr-fect is a fun play on words and great for sending during the winter months. Materials Needed: Cardstock Tacky Glue Embellishments & Button Paper Punches Satin Ribbon Thin […]

Warm Winter Wishes Card with Mini Bowdabra Bow

We have had some very cold weather here in New England, recently.  I thought it would be fun to send some warm winter wishes card to my friends. We are all suffering through the same brutal temperatures and I thought these cards warm their spirit.  I finished the cards with a pretty bow, made with […]