Can you imagine adorable hand-made ribbon roses nestled in a pretty gift box wrapped with matching ribbon and a Bowdabra bow? I can! Roses are the perfect gift for all occasions, including birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, weddings, and just about any occasion! And the easy-to-make roses from wire-edged ribbon are perfect for gift boxes because you […]
Need a fabulous way to create a unique gift for Mother’s Day, Graduations, Birthdays, Housewarmings, and other special occasions? Imagine a glass container filled with fine chocolates, wrapped in mesh, and tied with a lovely Bowdabra bow! Sounds fabulous, doesn’t it! Let me show you how! Materials Needed: Glass container filled with your favorite fine chocolates Mesh […]
Hi! This is Gail from Purple Hues and Me and the Bowdabra Design Team showing you how to make an adorable ribbon tree bow ornament! It’s a fun and easy to make, especially when adding an adorable Bowdabra bow as a topper! So let’s get started! Supplies: 3.5″ wide wired ribbon Hot glue Twisted […]
It’s Christmas in July, and let’s make an easy angel ornament using lace, bead and a Bowdabra bow! You won’t believe how easy it is to make! Supplies: Lace trim (6″ wide) Circular item (4″ lid) Pencil, Scissors Fabri-Tac glue Bead (pearl-24mm) Bowdabra Bow Wire Mini-Bowdabra and Wand Wired Ribbon (1.5″ wide) How To: Since […]
Here’s a fun and easy way to turn recycled plastic cups into adorable goody basket table favors with ribbon and bow! Handmade goody baskets that double as beautiful table favors you can easily make yourself! And the best part, any occasion is a good reason to make them! So let’s get started! Supplies: Clear Plastic […]
Check out how easy it is to customize a floral wreath by making your own gorgeous bow using the Bowdabra! Most wreaths don’t seem complete unless you add a beautifully made bow! You’re sure to make a big statement and enhance a wreath by adding a lovely bow! Materials: Floral Wreath Bowdabra /Bowdabra Wand Bowdabra Bow Wire Ribbon […]
If you love making decorative items using ribbons and bows, here’s a delightful and easy way to make a beautiful woven ribbon basket with a gorgeous Bowdabra bow! Materials: Wire Basket – Dollar Tree Ribbon – 3/8″ wide – three colors Scissors Fabri-Tac Fabric Glue Mini Bowdabra, Measuring Tool, Wand Bowdabra Bow Wire How To: […]
With New Year celebrations just around the corner, did you know you can create this cute New Year’s Garland using mesh tubing and your Mini Bowdabra! Here’s how to wow your friends and family with this adorable garland: Materials Mesh tubing – Silver and Gold 3/8″ 8mm Scissors Mini Bowdabra/Measuring Tool/Wand How to: Let’s […]
Here’s an easy way to make a gorgeous paper tree gift wrap decoration and bow topper! You know a joyously wrapped present always makes gift giving more meaningful and expressive! So let’s get started! Materials: Wrapping paper Ruler/Scissors Tacky Glue Ribbon – 1.5″ wide Bowdabra /Bowdabra Wand Bowdabra Bow Wire Instructions: Begin with a square […]
Now Here’s a fun Christmas craft that’s easy to make and looks adorable using peppermint candy canes and a tapered candle, all wrapped with a gorgeous bow! How awesome does a fun and easy candy cane candleholder sound? Here’s how! Materials: Peppermint candy canes White tapered candle Super glue Mini Bowdabra, Tool and Ruler, […]
Have I got an adorable way to make stunning deco mesh table decor using the Bowdabra! It is so easy and serves as a decorative accent for Fall or any season or occasion. Simply switch out the deco mesh and ribbon! It will surely add style, texture, and glamour to your table! Materials: Bowdabra […]
With the arrival of Fall and holiday gatherings, it’s so easy to set a beautiful table with an adorable no-sew ribbon silverware holder. So simple and yet very tasteful! Gail, from Purple Hues and Me shows you the easy steps. Supplies: 5″ wide Burlap Ribbon 2.5″ ribbon Ruler/scissors/ruler Fabri-Tac Fabric glue or hot glue […]
With holiday gatherings near, here’s an easy and quick DIY on how to make a super cute Cornucopia and Bow decor for Fall! Impress your family and friends with this lovely decorative piece. Imagine it overflowing with seasonal items such as leaves, acorns, nuts, candies, and other goodies! The possibilities are endless! Supplies Used: Burlap […]
Fall is in the air and I’m going to show you how to make a very easy, and gorgeous autumn leaves wreath. It’s really going to put you in the mood for decorating for Fall! Once you make one, you’re going to love to hang it on your door or somewhere in your home! It’s […]
It’s Christmas in July and I’m sharing how to make a white 30-inch buffalo plaid swag with a gorgeous purple buffalo plaid bow! Buffalo plaid is still very popular and quite trendy right now, but buffalo plaid decor is not new – it’s been around for a very long time! The exciting thing for me […]
Decorated wine glasses with flower petals and bow are perfect for weddings, celebrations, and just about any special occasion! Just take a look at how pretty it is – petals placed in a rose pattern and finished with a gorgeous bow made using the Mini Bowdabra! The best part, you only need a few […]
Spring and Easter is just around the corner so now is the time to make an adorable ruffle ribbon and bow Easter basket! You won’t believe how easy and fun it is to decorate a basket using ribbon and your Mini Bowdabra. And the best part about this is that once Easter is over […]
It’s the holiday season and the perfect time to get creative and decorate your table setting with adorable bow napkin rings. There is nothing that makes a table setting look more glamorous than adorable napkin rings, especially one that’s made out of bows! This is the sweetest-looking bow napkin ring and is so easy to […]
Transform your home into a winter wonderland with a gorgeous holiday white pine swag bow wreath adorned with sparkly silver accessories and a beautiful Bowdabra bow! And the best part, you won’t believe how quick and easy it is to make, especially using the Bowdabra to make a beautiful matching bow! It’s quite festive and […]
Tis the season for creating holiday party decor! So why not give your home an extra holiday sparkle with a easy to make light up gift box! Imagine this lovely handcrafted lighted gift box as a centerpiece, or make several to place along the entire table! How cool would that be! And the best part, […]
Here’s an amazing DIY decorative ruffled wreath using wired ribbon on cardboard and adorned with a Bowdabra bow that’s topped with a ribbon rosette. How fabulous does that sound! To Make, you will need: 13″ Wood Hoop or bowl Ruler Cardboard Craft Knife 2.5″ wired ribbon (10+yds) Pencil or stick to wrap pulled wire Fabri-Tac […]
How to make an easy ribbon gift bag Here’s a quick and super easy way to make a ribbon gift bag. You know a handcrafted gift bag offers a personal touch to gift giving and makes the gift that more special! And the best part, once you know how to make this lovely no-sew gift […]
It’s Christmas in July and have I got an awesome way of making ribbon out of wrapping paper. Then, use this unique ribbon to make a beautiful wrapping paper ribbon ornament! It’s a fun way to adorn your Christmas decorations! And what a great way to decorate ornaments and other Christmas decor! You can get […]
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and there’s nothing like adding your own personal touch to a store bought gift! So wouldn’t it be fun to make an adorable bow tie dress shirt gift bag just for him to put his gifts in! The cool thing about this gift bag is that it can […]
This DIY mesh teacher’s goody gift bag is a great way to put a little bit of your creative self into a thoughtful gift for the teachers in your life. It’s a lovely way to say “thank you” to a teacher. And the best part, it’s so easy and simple to make! Materials Needed: 10″ […]
Are you planning your next celebration? How about making these adorable ribbon party favor bags for just about any event! And they’re easily made using ribbon with no sewing! Yes, ribbon! DIY ribbon party favor bags to give as favors or gifts, or to use in a table setting – both inside and out! And […]
Let’s make an adorable ruffled lacy bow headband that’s perfect for special occasions, parties, celebrations, and even weddings! You won’t believe how easy it is to make using the Bowdabra and the following materials: 6″ wide roll of lace Bowdabra tool and wand Bowdabra bow wire 1.5″ lace ribbon White thread and needle Felt circle […]
Let’s make an adorable ruffled ribbon bow heart wreath just in time for Valentine’s Day! It’s super simple to make using a wooden heart shape from the dollar store as the base for the wreath. If you can’t find a wooden heart, just cut one out of cardboard! Supplies: Wood Heart 11″ 2.5″ wired ribbon […]
It’s so easy to transform a decorative pillow into a pretty holiday pillow using ribbon! Just grab some ribbon, a decorative pillow in a holiday color, double-sided fabric tape, and your Bowdabra to make a pretty Christmas pillow packed with festive cheer! And the best part, the bow, and ribbon are removable with no damage […]
Have I got a cool way of making an adorable rope pumpkin using the Bowdabra! This delightful, decorative rope pumpkin is made using sisal rope wrapped around the Bowdabra tower into circles tied together and glued to a stem. Accent it with large poofy bows! What a fun and easy way to decorate for Fall, […]
Celebrate summer in style with a pretty floral bow door swag! It’s quick and easy to make, especially with the Bowdabra! You can get it made and hanging on your door in no time! This beautiful door swag features a pretty bouquet of summer florals of dahlias, spiky purple flowers and creamy white blossoms over […]
This adorable and fun bunny wall hanging will brighten your home and get everyone excited for Spring and Easter! Made of foam board covered in burlap, adorned with flowers and bow, resulting in an adorable Easter bunny wall hanging. The wall hanging will look great on a wall or the front door – the perfect […]
Here’s how to create your own elegant silverware holders using rhinestone mesh ribbon, the Bowdabra bow-making tool, and bow wire. They look quite exquisite but easy and simple to make! And the best part, the silverware holder is put together just using Bowdabra Bow Wire! Adding a beautiful touch to your tablescape and the perfect […]
In this simple DIY tutorial, Bowdabra designer Gail shows you how to make these awesome pom pom raffia flowers for a great Mardi Gras centerpiece and more. Get ready for Mardi Gras this year by decorating your home with raffia pom pom flowers! You can easily make these adorable pom poms in traditional carnival colors […]
Enhance your Fall decor and beautify a pumpkin with a lovely Bowdabra bow! Simple chose your favorite fall ribbon – make a luscious bow using the Bowdabra for a unique statement in Fall home decor! Here’s how:
DIY Ribbon envelope favor Transform extra wide ribbon (this is burlap but any ribbon 5″ or more will work) into an adorable ribbon envelop favor to hold delicious treats for your dinner guests. You won’t believe how easy it is to make! And the best part, they’re quite versatile and can be customized for any […]
Pom poms are so trendy right now and fun for the holidays! Did you know you can easily make pom poms out of just about any type of material using your Mini Bowdabra! The Bowdabra is such a versatile tool and you can make so many different types of pom poms using it! Sounds cool, […]
Christmas time can be quite overwhelming – and one way to help overcome this is to start early and get a jump on the holiday season by making Christmas in July craft projects.Here’s a simple, creative idea to get you started that looks impressive but uses only a few items and little time to make! […]
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 […]
