What are y’all making with the Dollar Tree Bicycle Spoke Wreath Form? I was experimenting with it last night & ended up with this large Flower Wreath! Don’t mind my choice of colors, this was the only deco mesh I had on hand to play with. I made a leaf for all 12 spokes, then […]
Design team call We are looking for craft bloggers and video creators who inspire others to create. If you want your work prominently featured, then the Bowdabra design team is perfect for you. We will showcase your designs on all social media platforms as well as Bowdabra blog As a Bowdabra design team member, you […]
Do you have a wedding coming up? Are you looking for the most perfect wedding decor? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here sharing how to use the Bowdabra wedding decor that is so quick, easy, and inexpensive when you DIY. How to use Bowdabra for perfect wedding decor Supplies: […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here sharing this quick and easy DIY to beautify a wine bottle with an elegant Bowdabra bow. How to beautify a wine bottle with an elegant Bowdabra bow Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making Tool Bow Wire Ribbon Place bow wire in the Bowdabra and place underneath while creating the bow. Place the […]
Gift Wrap Ideas with Bowdabra Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be creating awesome gift wrap ideas. Let’s get started! Curly Bow Gift Wrapping Materials Mini bowdabra A gift Wrapping paper White balloon ribbon grey ribbon 1 inch in width Bow wire Scissors Double sided […]
Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making an adorable Christmas tree topper bow. Let’s get started!
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today showing you how to create a rustic fall bow with Bowdabra. How to make a rustic fall bow Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow Wire Burlap Ribbon Pumpkin Rinea Foiled Papers Instructions: Start by placing the Bow Wire in the channel and placing it under the Bowdabra while creating your bow. […]
Halloween Deco Mesh Wreath Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making an adorable Halloween deco mesh wreath. Let’s get started! Materials Mini Bowdabra Wreath ring Deco mesh in orange, white and black Ghost sign Chenille Stems Scissors Hot glue gun Preparing the bundles Cut […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today with a sweet party idea using Bowdabra.
Create the gift bag by rubbing rub-ons onto a sheet of Rinea Foiled Paper.
Mat the panel with cardstock and adhere to a gift bag.
Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making an adorable headband perfect for any occasion. Let’s get started!
Christmas Hair Bow with Bowdabra Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making an adorable Christmas Hair Bow. Let’s get started! Materials: Mini Bowdabra Bow Maker Stripped Ribbon from LaRibbons – 1/2 inches in width – 16 inches long (2 pieces) Stripped Ribbon from LaRibbons […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to show you how to create a summer wreath bow. Summer wreath Bow Start by placing bow wire in the channel and wrapping it underneath while you work. Holding 2 different sized but coordinating ribbons together, cut a 10″ length of ribbon and place it in the channel. Continue holding […]
Memorial Day Boutique Hair Bow Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! So, today we will be making a precious boutique hair bow, perfect for Memorial Day. Let’s get started! Materials: Bowdabra Bow Maker 1-inch wide red ribbon – 32 inches long 1-inch wide white ribbon – 34 inches […]
Handy Mother’s Day Gift Basket: Quarantine Edition Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making adorable Mother’s Day Gift Basket! Mother’s Day Gift Basket Materials Bowdabra Bow Maker 2-inch wide green celebration ribbon (28 inches long – 3 pieces 2 inch wide yellow celebration ribbon […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here showing you how to create a stunning Mother’s Day card with Bowdabra. Visit Bowdabra blog for more Mother’s Day crafts you can easily make for Mom! Stunning Mother’s Day Card Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow Wire Ribbon Rinea Foiled Paper Heartfelt Creations Dies Imagine Crafts Ink Joy Clair stamp Start by […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here with a quick and easy way to decorate thank you gift bags using the Bowdabra. I found these cute little canvas pouches and thought they’d be fun to decorate and fill with little gifts or candies or even a gift card. These gift bags will be a perfect way […]
Adorable Easter Hair Bows with Bowdabra Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making adorable Easter hair bows. Let’s get started! Loopy Girly Hair Bow Materials Bowdabra Bow Maker 5/8 inch width ribbon – 3 different colored rolls Bow Wire Scissors Hot Glue Gun Hair […]
Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making adorable Spring deco mesh wreath. Let’s get started! Materials Bowdabra Bow Maker 21-inch long lavender deco mesh 6-inch long lavender and white deco mesh Wreath ring 2.5-inch wide lavender wire-edged ribbon Bow wire Scissors […]
Amazingly Easy St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Deco Mesh Wreath Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making a cute and simple St. Patrick’s Day deco mesh wreath. Let’s get started! Material Bowdabra Bow Maker 14 inch wreath ring Decorative sign for the center 6 […]
Ruffle ribbon and bow wreath Here’s a cool floral design I’m sure you will love, using wired ribbon to create this gorgeous ruffle ribbon and bow wreath! To Make, you will need: 2.5″ wired ribbon – two rolls 12″ Willow wreath (Dollar Tree) Push pins Hot Glue Gun Bowdabra and Bowdabra Wand Bowdabra Bow Wire […]
Adorable Floral Decorative Spring Bow Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making an adorable floral decorative Spring bow. Let’s get started! Materials: Bowdabra bow maker Two inch wide floral burlap – 2 rolls Two inch wide solid burlap – 2 rolls Bow wire Scissors […]
4Gorgeous and Elegant Decorative Wedding BowHey everyone! I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making a gorgeous and elegant decorative wedding bow using the Bowdabra bow maker. Let’s get started! Gorgeous Decorative Wedding Bow Materials: Bowdabra Bow Maker 2 ½ in wide cream ribbon – […]
Hey everyone! I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making the most precious and celebratory bow to add the perfect finishing touch to your winter deco mesh wreath. Let’s get started! Gorgeous Winter deco mesh wreath Materials: Bowdabra Bow Maker 1 ¾ in wide black floral ribbon […]
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 Create Your Own Precious Ornament with Bowdabra Hey everyone! I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making the most precious ornaments you’ve ever seen! These ornaments are adorable and easy to make! Let’s get started! Gold Jingle Bell Ornament Materials: Mini Bowdabra Clear Ornament 1 […]
How to Make an Adorable Halloween Hair Bow Hey everyone! I’m Simply Shalese here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making adorable Halloween hair bow. This hair accessory is perfect for both kids and pets. So, let’s get started! Materials Bowdabra Bow Maker Bow Wire Hair Clip 2 […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today creating a baby Gender Reveal project with the Bowdabra. In this day and age when it is possible to know the gender of your baby during pregnancy, it’s fun to reveal it to everyone in unique ways. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making Tool Bowdabra bow wire Ribbon Rinea Foiled Papers […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here showing you how to use the Bowdabra to create elegant bows perfect for all your decorative packages. Vary the colors and size of the ribbon to get different effects. You may find that your bows are almost as popular as the packages themselves! With the holidays upon us, birthdays during […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to help you get ready for a Friendship Gift Package Exchange. With summer here, what better time to gather the kids and have them make up friendship gift packages. Gather all your supplies and let the kids have fun creating gifts for their friends. Then have them decorate gift bags […]
Hi everyone, Steph here today with some sweet Easter Treat Holders with Bowdabra. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making and Design Tool Bowdabra Gold Wire 1 1/4″ wide sheer Ribbon Beacon Adhesive Pattern paper treat holder Cut an 18″ length of Bow Wire, fold in half and place in the Bowdabra. Leaving a 4″ length of ribbon, place […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today with a fun Star Wreath created with the Bowdabra. This star wreath can be displayed for so many different holidays – think Memorial Day, President’s Day, 4th of July, Labor Day. You could even leave it out all summer. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making and Design Tool Bowdabra Gold Wire Ribbon […]
Hi everyone, Steph here today with to show you how to create Halloween hair bows. You don’t need anything fancy, just lots of ribbon scraps, some hair clips and, of course, the Bowdabra. Who doesn’t love to dress up for Halloween? Supplies: Bowdabra Mini Gold Bowdabra Wire Assorted scraps of 1/2 inch wide ribbon Scissors Hair clips […]
We thought you like to learn about the history of the holiday known as Labor Day and how the Jewelers union saved the day? All of us here at Bowdabra blog want to wish you and your family a very Happy Labor Day! Labor Daze – Pride, Chaos and Kegs on Labor’s First ‘Day’ Please […]
Hi everyone, Steph here to show you how to create a fun back to school collection using the Bowdabra. The Mini Bowdabra is a fun tool that makes all your bow making projects easy and fun. It’s time to create a Party Banner. I love to create banners and since parties are on the horizon, […]
We are hoping you continue to stop by our blog and see what these ladies post. So lets meet the new Bowdabra design team! Steph Ackerman Steph Ackerman has been creating for as long as she can remember. She creates a variety of projects from cards to canvases to mixed media projects and more. Steph […]
Welcome to the Pretty Pintastic Party where all posts are pinned & features are pinned by all! First, let’s meet the hosts: Jamie, Kerry, & Lucy from Coffee With Us 3 Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter Heather from Divas Run for Bling Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter Sandy from Bowdabra Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter Alli from An Alli Event Pinterest, […]
January is a time for looking back on the best of from the previous year or even further. It’s a time to reflect on one’s goals and plans for the future. I don’t subscribe to making resolutions because most of us have unrealistic and hard to achieve goals. I do, however, try every day and […]
They don’t call August dog days for nothing and nothing beats these stuffed cucumber boats for a light lunch or supper on those hot summer days. Now my thumb is usually any color but green but it seems that this year the color green really loves me. The cucumber seeds I planted are producing […]
I don’t like to claim that I am famous for any particular dish but I must say that every time I make my “almost famous” cranberry walnut chicken salad people always ask for the recipe. This chicken salad is a pretty simple recipe to make and doesn’t have a lot of ingredients. I use chicken […]
Here at Bowdabra blog we know how hectic life can be. Everyone needs a quick but easy recipe for those busy weeknights. And who doesn’t want a special recipe or two up your sleeve for weekend fun and entertaining? So we are starting a flash mob of recipes every week brought to you from […]
This year wouldn’t it be sweet to give one of a kind hand made Valentine’s Day cards? A card you decorate yourself is extra special. This Valentine’s Day card with two horses is a print of an original painting and is free to download. Use your home printer and cardstock cut to 8 ½” […]
This week Bowdabra is featuring winter door decor with Bowdabra bows. Need a great bow for your wreath? Look no further. Just watch this awesome demo by Sandy Sandler the queen of crafts here at Bowdabra as she shows you how to quickly and easily create just the right bow suitable for any occasion. This […]
This DIY January Thaw Wreath was made with the Bowdabra Bow Maker What can you say about winter? Lot’s of people think winter is a tad bit too long and never stop wishing for spring. They welcome a phenomenon known as the January thaw. It’s a term we use to describe an unseasonable rise in […]
Hey Bowdabra Friends… Friday is here again. This week we are featuring some wow ideas on How to Make Hair Bows For Kids using the Bowdabra Tool. These ideas are easy, fun and creative. Kids can try these out by themselves and with a little bit of your help. Check out these fun DIY hair […]
Woven ribbon hearts are easy to make and look gorgeous as hair bow centers. After making a Bowdabra Hair Bow hot glue a ribbon heart to the center of the bow to hide the Bowdabra Bow Wire and give the hair bow a finished glam look! Or make several ribbon hearts to add to Valentine […]
Yesterday, I created tutorial showing a unique way to make ribbon style leaves. I absolutely love the way the ribbon leaves sit on the a French clip and the versatility of the tutorial. Today, as promised, I am going to show you how to create the ribbon leaves and add a glam winter centerpiece. Materials […]
Make these fun reindeer apples to place around your home. Kids and adults will love this healthy and sweet holiday decor. Make several reindeer to create a little reindeer family. Use apples, candy canes, and pipe cleaners to create this simple and unique holiday decor craft. Materials Needed: ”¢ Mini Bowdabra ® ”¢ Bowdabra ® […]
This week on our Bowdabra Blog we are focusing on Holiday Decor. Create a gorgeous Christmas Ribbon Flower Ball using our 2? wire ribbon with fun holiday colors and GLITTER! These hanging ribbon flower balls will look elegant in windows, entry ways, mantles, or doors. We chose green, red, and gold glitter wire ribbon, using […]
Design a fun Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer gift box bow. This unique style bow is easy to make using our Bowdabra Bow Making Craft Tools. Children and adults will be excited to receive a gift with a Rudolph bow! To visit all Bowdabra’s Holiday Gift Wrapping Ideas please click here. Materials Needed: Mini Bowdabra […]
We are showcasing gift wrapping tutorials on our Bowdabra Blog. Create beautiful and unique gift wrappings to place under the Christmas tree. Instead of the standard paper gift bag how about a duct tape holiday gift bag! Add a poinsettia duct tape bow to finish the duct tape holiday package. Create two poinsettia bows and […]
Send Thanksgiving cards to show the people in your life how thankful you are for them. Create unique cards with card stock, gems, embellishments, ribbons, and Mini Bowdabra bows. Inside of the card write a heartfelt message of thankfulness. Send thankful cards or give as a hostess gift at Thanksgiving dinner. Materials Needed: Mini Bowdabra […]
Learn how to wrap a gift like a professional. Our Bowdabra blog tutorial will teach you how to wrap gift boxes quickly and easily with little waste of paper. This tutorial is perfect for all skill levels and our simple steps along with pictures should have you wrapping a gift like a pro in no […]
A wonderful thanksgiving hostess gift is wine, sparkling cider, or sparkling grape juice. Looking for a creative way to wrap the bottle before giving it as a gift? I purchased little girl’s tights (size 7-10) at the Dollar Store. One leg, of the tights, is the perfect fit for holding a bottle of wine or […]
Make an adorable and glam furry cat mask suitable for all ages! Best of all using this tutorial you can create any type of furry animal using craft fur and large pipe cleaners. Design the mask to be ultra-girlie by adding a Halloween Hair Bow! To make this furry feline Halloween mask and glam bow […]
Our Bowdabra Designers created some amazing and unique Halloween Decor Tutorials last week. I think we all love Halloween because it is such a fun and silly holiday where anything goes; craft scary, silly, or chic it does not matter! Bowdabra Designer, Danielle is always finding ways to create something gorgeous out of inexpensive items. […]
This week on our Bowdabra Blog we will be focusing on autumn craft tutorials that reuse materials: “Going Green” in Autumn. I love finding ways to recycle items or use resources from Mother Nature. Create a beautiful fall centerpiece using sticks and twigs that you find on a nature walk. Add splashes of color to […]
Those dreaded words that cause parents to cringe; ”œI am bored, and there is nothing to do.” Summertime or rainy day boredom can be hard on both kids and parents! Here are some easy summertime kids craft ideas to keep those little ones active and entertained. From my own experiences, I have found once the […]
All week is Kids Crafts on our Bowdabra Blog! Learn how to make one size fits-all ribbon rings. This is the perfect craft for a little girl’s birthday party or rainy day craft. Make rings for yourself or give them as gifts. Materials Needed: Adorable Lavender Gingham Bobbin Ribbon Burgundy Ombre Picot Bobbin Ribbon Stars […]
Use recycled materials to make these Christmas Tree Ornaments. I know that it is only July but is the perfect time to start saving materials to upcycle into holiday decorations and Christmas gifts. To make these Christmas Ornaments you will need metal jar lids (we used covers from spaghetti sauce jars), last year’s Christmas Cards, […]
We are so proud of our Bowdabra Products and our Bowdabra Design Team we think a celebration is in order! In 50 days we have posted 50 craft tutorials! In many of our tutorials we have spotlighted our newest Bowdabra Bow Making Product: The Hair Bow Tool & Ruler. The Hair Bow Tool & Ruler […]
Choose a favorite outfit and make gorgeous bows to match it perfectly! Find the ribbon, feathers, flower, and button that match just right and start the fun. This boutique style bow was inspired by a brightly colored summer outfit. The materials used were a flower, ribbon, feathers, and a button. To make this bow you […]
