Join Sandy Sandler, the creator of Bowdabra, to bring fresh spring style to your space with a beautiful watering can spring floral arrangement. It’s sweet, simple, and ready to shine! Materials: Watering can Floral foam Mix artificial floral bushes 3 yds (1.5″ wide wired ribbon) Large Bowdabra Bowdabra Bow Wire Instructions: First, place a piece […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here with a floral gift bag perfect to use for any of your gift giving needs. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Maker Bowdabra Bow Wire Mesh Ribbon Flowers Gift bag Instructions: First, gather your supplies. Anything goes when creating gift bags, so look through your stash for fun elements to use. Cut a […]
Watch this detailed tutorial and learn how to use this Mother’s Day gift wrap idea to make a stunning presentation for Mom. Whether you’re wrapping a box or a bag, this video provides step-by-step instructions to enhance your gift with a handmade touch. Perfect for Mother’s Day or any special occasion, this DIY gift-wrapping […]
Bag tassel charms are a quick and easy way to jazz up any handbag, tote, or backpack. And, they are fabulous Mother’s Day gifts!! Start with these supplies for a tassel bag charm: 9″ lengths of a variety of narrow ribbons, tulle, fun fibers, yarn, twine, embroidery floss, etc. 20″ length of embroidery floss or […]
Surprise mom with the perfect Mother’s Day gift—a decorated kitchen set made specially for her. Personalize it using her favorite colors, or coordinate shades and patterns to compliment her kitchen decor. Here are the supplies that you’ll need: Kitchen utensil set with wooden handles Acrylic paints Dishwasher safe ModPodge Paint brushes Follow these instructions […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman is here to share how to make a Bowdabra pretty pink bow to add to a decorated package. This beautiful bow is perfect for your Mother’s Day gifts and more. Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow-Making Tool Bow Wire Ribbon Flowers First, place the bow wire in the Bowdabra and then place it […]
Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra is here to show you the cutest way to create a gift for Mom at under $6 and in under 6 minutes! This lovely arrangement is quickly put together and ready for gift-giving! So, let’s get started! How to make a super easy gift for Mom Materials: Vase […]
Create the perfect Mother’s Day card featuring a string art heart. Best of all, there is no wrong way to do the heart!! Each card is unique. These are the only supplies you’ll need: One 8½” x 11″ sheet cardstock (I’ve used white, but any color will work) 48″ yarn, twine, embroidery floss, narrow ribbon, […]
Bowdabra designer, Joette shows you how to create a quick money rose gift in this easy DIY video. Perfect for birthdays, Mother’s Day, or as a gift bow. The money rose is a unique gift that anyone will appreciate! Video DIY how to create a quick money rose gift Supplies: 1 Silk Rose (Color of […]
Encourage mom to take time to relax with these bath salts. They make a perfect Mother’s Day gift, and they are easy to make. We’ll even make a presentation container for them. Recipe for the bath salts: ¼ cup Epsom salt 1 Tbs. baking soda 3 drops essential oil (optional) 2-3 drops food coloring 1 […]
Bowdabra creator, Sandy Sandler, uses upcycles ribbon scraps and the Mini Bowdabra to make a really pretty Mother’s Day bow. Watch this DIY video as Sandy shows you the simple steps! Pretty Mother’s Day Bow Materials: Mini Bowdabra Bowdabra bow wire Assorted scraps of ribbon which have been dovetailed Butterfly pick Instructions: First […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman with you today sharing how to create a sweet Mother’s Day Gift Bag with Bowdabra. The Bowdabra makes wonderful bows of all shapes and sizes that are perfect for all your gift needs. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making Kit Bow Wire Ribbon Gift Bag TLC Designs Dies Mother’s Day Gift Bag Gift […]
A ribbon band is an easy way to transform any ordinary greeting card into a spectacular presentation. Sometimes these bands are referred to as belly bands since the go around the center of the card. Add a ribbon band to any Mother’s Day card—whether handmade or purchased—for a instant pizzazz. Here are the supplies that […]
Easter has come and gone and now Mother’s Day is coming soon! For the mom who likes to grill, this Mother’s Day grill-themed gift basket is the perfect treat. All the little kids got those cute Easter Baskets, with all the surprises and goodies to rip open and enjoy. Their little faces always light up […]
Upcycle a styrofoam plate into a stunning flower with a few easy steps! Kids will love making these to give to their mothers or special friends. Make a bunch of styrofoam flowers for the perfect Mother’s Day bouquet. Bowdabra designer, Gail takes you through the easy steps in this kid’s craft DIY. You will need: […]
A handmade greeting card is a perfect way to let someone know you think they are special. This versatile care is easy to make and is enhanced with a mini corkscrew bow made with the Mini Bowdabra. Supplies: 6½” x 5″ greeting card blank Black and tan card stock Coordinating patterned card stock 24″ […]
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 […]
If you are looking for an idea for a great little gift for a teacher, co-worker, or just about anyone this gift in a gift is the perfect thing! Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra shows you how easy it is to put together this simple gift using a scarf for the bow and […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to show you how to create a very elegant Mother’s Day Card with the Bowdabra. Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Ribbon Rinea Foiled Paper Joy Clair stamps Spellbinders dies Elegant Mother’s Day Card First, I created the bow by placing the bow wire in the Bowdabra and placing it underneath so it […]
Are you stumped looking for the perfect gift for mom this Mother’s Day? Why stop at one gift when you can put together a fun Mother’s Day gift basket with all of mom’s favorite things. The choices are endless whether you add delicious chocolates, books, DVD’s, or even small craft items. Just fill the basket […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to show you how to decorate a gift with Bowdabra. Creating the perfect bows for your packages is quick and easy with the Bowdabra. With Mother’s day right around the corner, you are sure to want your gift to look extra special. Bowdabra designer Steph shows you how just how simple […]
Mother’s Day is coming up and so are proms. You can make a keepsake elegant wrist corsage easily and inexpensively with Bowdabra. Although you can always use fresh flowers this wrist faux floral corsage is a lasting memory of that special day. Be sure and buy quality faux florals for your wrist corsage and no one […]
Do you have a wedding on the horizon and need a simple corsage for that special mom? Or maybe you are thinking about having a get-together or more for Mother’ Day. You will be surprised that you can quickly create this simple, elegant corsage in minutes without any prior experience with floral arrangements. This elegant […]
For your big day, create your own wedding jewelry with this gorgeous DIY idea using a Mini Bowdabra. Your day will be extra special with a handcrafted rhinestone mesh bow necklace made by you! Just perfect for the bride, bridal party, and even as a gift! Materials Needed To Make: Mini Bowdabra and wand Bowdabra […]
On Mother’s Day, the kids usually want to make her a breakfast treat. With a little help from Dad, they easily can make these extra special Breaksfast/Brunch hash brown egg nests. Mom will enjoy her breakfast in a bit on her special day. Karyl from Karyl’s kulinary krusade is sharing her tasty hash brown egg […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to show you how to create a sweet boxed easel card with Bowdabra. This boxed easel greeting card is perfect for Mother’s Day, birthdays, graduations and more! This is a super way to present a gift card or other small gifts. Bowdabra boxed easel greeting card Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow […]
Mom’s always love their children’s artwork—no matter the age of the child. This handmade Mother’s Day card is easy to create and a joy to give and receive. Supplies for the Mother’s Day Card Printable design for front of card 6½” x 5″ blank card 6¼” x 4¾” piece of contrasting cardstock ¼” Scor-Tape Hot […]
Watch Sandy Sandler, Creator of the #Bowdabra, make some stunningly beautiful and yet simple #DIY Theme #Wedding Decorations, starting with an stunning #Bridal Chair Bow, Wrist #Corsage, #Bouquet, Bow Tie, #Hairpin Bow and ribbon flowers – all made in minutes with the Bowdabra, the World’s Easiest #Bowmaker. THEME CHAIR BOW Sandy takes a long white […]
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 […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today with a Mother’s Day Card using Bowdabra. Simply adding a bow to a card creates a wonderfully sweet detail. Happy Mother’s Day Card Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow Making Tool Bowdabra Bow Wire – Gold Ribbon Cardstock Pattern Paper Stamp Rhinestones Begin by folding in half approximately 18″ of […]
This Father’s Day let the kid’s fill a candy gift jar for Dad! The sentiment that you attach to the jar, says “I love you to pieces.” Fill it with Reese’s pieces for a perfect gift! This candy gift jar is perfect for other occasions as well, simply change the color ribbon and it will […]
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 […]
This Mother’s Day surprise her with useful wine caddy accented with a beautiful handmade bow. Supplies You’ll Need For the Bow: 1 yard 1½” wide ribbon (I used Woven Hidden Arrow in Rose from May Arts) One yard 5/8″ wide ribbon (I used Two Tone Sparkle from May Arts) 1 ½” button or piece of […]
Looking for a last minute Mother’s Day gifts idea? How about creating a fun DIY bow headband? Watch Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra bow making tool, create this really adorable pink hair bow Headband. Pink Hair Bow headband: Video Tutorial All you need is tubular mesh pieces, headband, plain pink tulle, sparkly pink […]
What is better than a plain old lampshade? Why an embellished lamp shade of course. You can easily create this magnetic lampshade embellishment to liven up all your rooms. It’s so easy to make with the Bowdabra bow maker, some ribbon and lace. You will need to go to a home improvement store for the […]
Wow your mom on Mother’s Day by wrapping her gift with just ribbon! That’s right – ribbon! No paper whatsoever, just ribbon gift wrapping, imagine that! And it’s absolutely stunning topped with an adorable Bowdabra bow! You only need the following supplies: wire ribbon, scissors, bowdabra, bow wire and wand, and of course, a round […]
What we’re going to make now is a really cute little adornment for a Mother’s Day, breakfast in bed tray. So the first thing I’m going to do is take my Bowdabra bow wire, fold it in half, and lay it down into my Bowdabra. Mother’s Day Centerpiece Video Tutorial: And I found these adorable […]
Wow mom on Mother’s Day with a bow decorated rustic wooden frame! A unique and creative way to display sentimental family photos! This wooden holder can be used in so many ways – from a cute picture frame, or to-do list, shopping list, or recipe holder. And it also looks amazing on a shelf, with […]
Wondering what to get Mom this year? The perfect gift sometimes turns out to be a gift card but sometimes they seem a little impersonal. So why not make an adorable pop up gift cardholder you make especially for her and present it in style? Mother’s Day is right around the corner and what do […]
Quick and easy to prepare. Rosemary Olive Oil. Decorate the bottle with a beautiful Bowdabra bow and you will have a beautiful, last minute Mother’s day gift. It’s a perfect gift for your favorite cook. Supplies: Stoppered or corked bottle 2 to 3 sprigs of Rosemary 4 to 6 oz of virgin olive oil depending on […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day by turning loving memories into a classic handmade gift using ribbon and bows. I have an old picture of my aunts I want to gift to my niece, Patricia, this coming Mother’s Day. I think she will be the one to help carry on our family history through memorabilia. I found […]
Want to make your own handmade Mother’s Day card, this year? Create a beautiful card using decorative card stock, along with floral leaves, and butterfly embellishments. Hand write the sentiment or use adhesive lettering. Finish your Happy Mother’s Day Card with a pretty sheer Bowdabra Bow. Materials Needed: Blank Card Decorative Cardstock Butterfly Embellishment (purchased […]
Hi, Bowdabra blog readers! It’s Melanie from It Happens in a Blink blog again. Mother’s Day is quickly approaching. My go-to Mother’s Day gift for my mom and my mother in law is always a potted plant of some sort. Both of them have pretty much everything that they want or need, but they both […]
Create a rustic basket from the side of a cardboard box. It makes a lovely holder for a gift. This adorable rustic basket is also a perfect recycling project since it uses a corrugated cardboard box! Or use it as a Spring basket or Easter Basket. It would also be perfect for Mother’s Day. Supplies: […]
This beautiful Easter Cross wall decor by designer Pat Dought will make a cherished gift for your Mom or Grandmother. You can change the floral embellishments to fit any decor. The addition of Glittery tulle gives this Easter cross an airy, ethereal feel. It would make a wonderful addition to your Easter holiday home. It’s […]
Welcome to our weekly crafty showcase link party! We host this each Saturday and appreciate you stopping in today. We would love it if you shared your craft projects, diy ideas. recipes and more from your own blogs. Our Bowdabra Designers love seeing your creation each week. Share and inspire us today! Yesterday we featured […]
Don’t forget that Mother’s Day is just around the corner. To help you wrap your gift to mom, we have a Free Gift Wrapping Ebook just for you! This ebook will have you gift wrapping like a pro for pennies on the dollar! Don’t have someone else wrap your present, do it yourself! The ebook […]
Happy Friday! These weeks are flying by! We are so excited that May is here which hopefully means more spring like weather will be coming our way. This week our Bowdabra Designers created a lot of Mother’s Day Card ideas and we were inspired by your projects shared in our weekly Crafty Showcase. Here are […]
Mother’s Day is a happy day to celebrate the mom in your life. Show her how much you care and design a handmade card! Use our card layout below to make your own card. Finish the card with a Mini Bowdabra Bow. Materials Needed: Oh Happy Day Lettering Assorted Cardstock Blank Card Assorted Ribbon Adhesive […]
Use our card making layout and tutorial to make a Mother’s Day card with Mini Bowdabra bow. Add brightly colored card stock along with an assortment of ribbon and twine to make your handmade card. Materials Needed: Assortment of Ribbon Assortment of Cardstock Blank Card MOM Lettering Button Dry Adhesive Glue Foam Dots Mini Bowdabra […]
