If you’re looking for an easy, natural way to exfoliate and nourish your skin, making your own sugar scrub at home is a fantastic option. This simple DIY sugar scrub uses just two main ingredients—granulated sugar and coconut oil—to leave your skin feeling soft, smooth, and refreshed. The inclusion of dried lavender buds adds a […]
Join Lisa from The Rustic Vine for a delightful crafting session where you’ll learn to make an adorable Gingerbread wall hanger! This easy and enjoyable project is perfect for the whole family and makes a cute gift idea that will bring festive cheer to any home. Gather your supplies, and let’s get started on this […]
Hi! I’m Lexi from the Bowdabra Design Team, and today we’re going to be upgrading a Dollar Tree fall sign with a Mini Bowdabra bow for a back-to-school teacher’s gift idea. The sign says “Happy Fall,” and we’re going to add a beautiful bow to give it a nice finishing touch. This is a super […]
Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra shows you how to create a stunning dollar store Easter floral arrangement centerpiece in just minutes with the Bowdabra bow maker. Place it around the house or as a centerpiece for your holiday dinner. Sandy shows you step-by-step so even a beginner can become a floral designer. Materials: […]
Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra shows you how to easily create a 4 in one Christmas gift for under $6! What a great gift for Mom even friends! It’s a perfect secret Santa gift idea too! 4 in one Christmas gift idea for under $6 Materials: Most items are from the Dollar store […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to share a Bowdabra decorated candy caddy hostess gift. Whether it is for Thanksgiving or any other holdiay event, candy is always a welcome hostess gift. How to make an easy candy caddy hostess gift Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Wire Ribbon Caddy with jars First, cut the bow wire and wrap […]
Kids can make the perfect coffee mug gift with just a couple supplies. And, it can be done for under $5!! Here are the supplies that you’ll need: Coffee mug—These are usually available from a dollar store, but do scope out local thrift shops for some great mugs. Sharpie oil-based paint marker—While regular Sharpies will […]
Watch this quick and easy video as Bowdabra creator, Sandy Sandler shows you how to make a garden watering can gift. What a thoughtful and lovely gift for the gardener in your life! Sandy shows you the easy steps to make a gorgeous Bowdabra bow to adorn your garden water can gift. So let’s get started! […]
If you have an extra large package and you want to wrap it the holidays you may run into a problem with wrapping paper. The roll may not be long enough causing you to cut and add pieces everywhere. Wrapping paper is thin and sometimes it rips. Don’t fret! You just have to think outside the […]
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 […]
I think you’re going to love this! By following this step by step tutorial you too can make a mini necktie keychain with Bowdabra wire accent. Bowdabra wire is not only durable and pliable to work with. It holds up to decorative touches and accents for a number of things. In this tutorial, you will […]
Watch this How-to video by Bowdabra creator, Sandy Sandler as she shows you how to make elegant earrings with the Bowdabra. It couldn’t be easier and the results are so beautiful! Wouldn’t these gorgeous, elegant earrings be a great gift for Mother’s Day this year? Mom, Grandma, or anyone will just love to add them […]
Now that spring has sprung the rays of the sun are likely going to beam your way to sunnier days and what’s brighter than a mother’s love? You too can make this eye-catching Bowdabra sun catcher as a wonderful gift. Your mother, grandmother, or just about anyone will love this Bowdabra sun catcher. Even if […]
This week Sandy shows you how to make this adorable and fun frame to gift for pet owner’s appreciation day. Show you care about all your favorite pet parents out there with the sweet frame on pet owner’s appreciation day this year! It’s the perfect gift for a pet lover and if you use an […]
Watch this quick video and follow along with Sandy as she shows you how to make a sweet tote bag for your little girl. This would be perfect to put some Easter candy and treats in lieu of an Easter basket. And the best part is that the lucky little girl will have a cute […]
Did you know that Bowdabra not only makes beautiful bows of all kinds, but easy pompoms as well? In this DIY video Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra will show you just how quick and easy it is to make this awesome no-sew fleece scarf. Adding Bowdabra pompoms makes it super cute! And it […]
Watch this quick and easy video DIY as Sandy Sandler the creator of Bowdabra shows you how to make this elegant Hanukkah hostess gift. The Bowdabra Hanukkah hostess gift is easy enough that the kids can even help! It is so beautiful and such a thoughtful hostess gift this holiday season. Bowdabra Hanukkah hostess gift […]
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 […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here with a Graduation gift made with the Bowdabra. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making and Design Tool Bowdabra Gold Wire 1 1/2″ wide sheer ribbon Mug Candy Cellophane Graduation gift Begin by placing 18″ of gold bow wire in the Bowdabra and fold it underneath so it is out of your way while you […]
Watch the creator of the Bowdabra Sandy Sandler make a beautiful Mother’s Day card in this quick and easy video tutorial. It’s easy enough for kids to make in minutes! Simply add your sentiment on the card front and then follow the Mother’s Day card video tutorial to make a gorgeous Bowdabra bow that looks […]
Hi everyone, Steph here to show you how easy and fun decorating a package with Bowdabra can be. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making and Design Tool Bowdabra Gold Wire May Arts Ribbon 1 1/2″ wide sheer ribbon Beacon Adhesive Paper Mache Box Pattern Paper Paint Begin by placing 18″ of gold bow wire in the Bowdabra and […]
How to make a holiday party Gift Basket for our community celebaration Each year our community comes together to celebratet the season by hosting a fun holiday party. A fun filled holiday basket is a great way to create excitement. This year’s theme is Ugly Sweaters, so, I have put together a gift basket filled […]
This week we are featuring a recipe from Dr. Janet brill for heart healthy cocoa heart munch with popcorn. If your looking for a gift from the heart, fill a pretty jar with the delicious cocoa heart munch and add a beautiful Bowdabra bow. Cocoa heart munch is delicious as well as low in cholesterol […]
Upcycle an ornament quick and easy! Bowdabra creator In this video, Sandy Sandler shows you step by step how you can upcycle an ornament and make it new and flashy with the help of Bowdabra and the new scrunchy ribbon. Don’t stop with just one ornament, though. You will want to upcycle an ornament for […]
With school almost over for the year, Mother’s Day, Father’s day and more there will be photo ops galore. You can make this quick magnetic fridge frame from some recycled advertising magnets and display them on the fridge, lockers, file cabinets or just about anywhere magnetic. If you are like me you have a lot […]
Candles are an all-time favorite gift. I love giving and receiving all different types of candles. I have a small candle collection, but discovering a new candle scent never gets old! If you feel the same, I have a quick and easy way to dress up candles for you today. A Burlap Wrapped Candle is […]
Welcome to our weekly Crafty Showcase. We can’t wait to see what projects, crafts, recipes and more you share with us this week. We love getting inspired by you! This week we are also featuring some of our Gift Ideas for Men favorite projects from last weeks Crafty Showcase. We are also going to try […]
Make these really easy Easter treat bags using paper and Saran Wrap. These adorable little treats will look perfect in an Easter basket or they can even be used as place setters. Finish each of the festive eggs with a beautiful Mini Bowdabra bow. Materials Needed: Saran Wrap Candy Assorted Paper Hole Puncher Dry Adhesive […]
Create a busy bag/box for your toddler with felt, paint and the Bowdabra. My three year old loves playing with felt so I created a Valentine’s Day color matching busy box. Busy Bags typically are constructive activities for your toddler that fit in a zip lock bag. These felt hearts will make fun Valentine’s Day […]
I love making little gifts or party favors for friends. One of my favorite projects is to take a Mason jar or any empty glass jar and fill it up with treats. The Mini Bowdabra comes in handy for these projects because I can top them with the perfect little bow. Enjoy this super easy, […]
Fill cookie tins with yummy baked goods and finish with a beautiful Bowdabra Bow. Cookie tins are great gifts for the holiday season. I give Christmas baked goods to neighbors, friends, family, and teachers. Materials Needed: Mini Bowdabra Kit Bowdabra Bow Wire Wire Ribbon Floral Center Hot Glue Instructions: 1. Begin by gathering all the […]
