Amanda from Whimsey Wreath Design Co., LLC, and the Bowdabra Design Team will show you how to create a stunning, large layered bow her way. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, this all-purpose bow adds charm to any decoration. Let’s get started and unleash your creativity with Amanda’s expert techniques! Supplies: • First layer: 3 yards of […]
Create a beautiful little Valentine’s Day gift wrap bow with an easy shoelace-bow technique—then add scrunchie ribbon for that extra styled, trendy look! This is a small bow with big personality—perfect for gifts, wreath accents, treat bags, and Valentine décor. Materials: Bowdabra Bowdabra Bow Wire Mini Ribbon Rose bouquet 3 yds – 2.5” wide Wired […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to share a Happy Valentine’s Day Bow Wreath with the Bowdabra. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making Tool Large Bowdabra Bow Wire Ribbon – 2 1/2″ Swirl, White and Red Dots Flowers Wreath Metal Word Instructions: First, cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire, fold it in half, and insert it […]
Join Sandy Sandler, creator of Bowdabra, to make a super simple bow for Valentine’s Day! Perfect for adding a festive touch! Materials: 2 yards of 1.5″ wide wired Love Letters ribbon red/red Bowdabra Bowdabra Bow Wire Instructions: First, cut a piece of gold Bowdabra bow wire. Then, fold it in half and insert it into […]
Watch and learn how to create an absolutely perfectValentine’s Day bow you can use as a gift topper or tie right onto a wreath! In this tutorial, Sandy shows you a simple fold and twist bow technique and then finishes it with roses and a sweet shoelace-style bow center for an extra-romantic look. So, let’s […]
Join Nick of Nick’s Seasonal Décor for an easy Valentine’s Day Bow Tutorial! Learn to create a stylish bow that adds an elegant touch to your Valentine’s decor. Materials: 2.5” wide wired Valentine ribbon of choice Large Bowdabra Bowdabra Bow Wire Instructions First, cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire. Then, fold it in half […]
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to spread love, kindness, and creativity! If you’re looking for a fun craft to do with kids, these Valentine heart streamers are just the thing. They’re colorful, easy to make, and look amazing hanging in windows, doorways, or classrooms. Let’s get crafting! What You’ll Need: Card stock in Valentine […]
Hey, everyone! It’s Lexi from the Bowdabra Design Team, and I’m super excited to share a fun and cute tutorial for making an adorable, everlasting Valentine’s Day gift: a DIY Lego Rose Bud Vase! Let’s get started! Supplies: Box of Lego Flowers Bud Vase Foliage 1.5 yds of 1.5” wide Wired Ribbon Mini Bowdabra Bowdabra […]
Sandy Sandler is here to show you how easy it is to use those ribbon scraps and make them new again with Bowdabra. Everyone has some ribbon scraps lying around from previous projects, but wait, don’t toss them, make them new again to make a stunning bow that can be used for a Valentine’s […]
With Valentines Day just around the corner, here’s a easy way to make an adorable Valentine bow door hanger. And who doesn’t love quick and easy Valentine decor- especially one made with pretty Bowdabra bows! Here’s how! Materials: Bowdabra /Bowdabra Wand Bowdabra Bow Wire Valentine decorative ribbon 5/8″ 2.5″ wired ribbon 1.5″ […]
Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra shows you how to make the most gorgeous Valentine’s Day scrap ribbon bow in this quick and easy video DIY. This is the perfect time to use up all those scrap ribbon pieces you may have on hand and in the process create a beautiful bow. Use this […]
Hi there! I’m Lisa from The Rustic Vine, for the Bowdabra Design Team and today I’m excited to share a charming Shabby Chic Heart Shadow Box tutorial. This delightful project adds a touch of vintage elegance to any space. It’s perfect for home decor or as a heartfelt gift. Let’s get crafting! Supplies: *Wooden shadowbox- […]
Hi, I’m Joette from the Bowdabra Design Team with another ‘Tip From The Florist’ for you! Do you ever find yourself so busy, that you end up trying to find a thoughtful gift at the last minute? This DIY candy bouquet is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift! If you have a flower shop in your […]
Make a Valentine’s Day meal special with elegant napkin rings, but don’t tell anyone how quick and easy they are to make. Get the kids in on the celebration when they help to make these adorable napkin rings. Supplies that you will need: Toilet paper roll 24″ length 6″ tulle Valentine embellishments of your choice […]
Hi! I’m Joette from the Bowdabra Design Team, and I’m going to guide you through the process of creating a trending Bae Basket, also known as a Valentine’s Gift Basket. In this tutorial, we’ll be using the large Bowdabra and featuring the Gift BasketCase, to help you craft a truly memorable and special gift for […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in style with our step-by-step guide on how to make the perfect Bowdabra bow. Follow along with Bowdabra creator, Sandy Sandler for this quick and easy Valentine’s decor bow. Impress your loved ones with this quick and elegant craft project. Materials: Bowdabra bow maker Bowdabra bow wire Deco mesh Floral picks […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here and I am sharing some very easy-to-make Valentine’s Day Candy Pouches. Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow Wire Dimensions Ribbon Stamps First, cut some bow wire, fold it in half place it in the Bowdabra. Tuck the ends underneath while working on the bow. Next,lay the ribbon in the channel, leaving a […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here and I am sharing a Valentine’s Day project. You can make this simple Valentine’s Day wreath in minutes and adorn it with a gorgeous Bowdabra bow. So easy yet so beautiful. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow-Making Tool Bow Wire Love Swirls Ribbon First, cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire, fold it […]
Do you need a quick, easy, and inexpensive Valentine’s table decorating idea? Here’s one that can be used in two different ways. It’s a Valentine’s Day candy tray or centerpiece. Using your Bowdabra, it takes minimal supplies & effort to create this easy Dollar Store decor piece! Hi! Joette with Tips From Florist here […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to share a Valentine’s Day Decorated Wine Bottle with the Bowdabra bow maker. How to create a charming Valentine’s Day decorated wine bottle Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow-Making Tool Bow Wire Scrunchy Ribbon Instructions: Place bow wire in the Bowdabra and place it underneath while creating the bow. Cut a 30″ […]
Love is in the air and Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra shows you an easy way to create an inexpensive Valentine’s Day gift in minutes. Materials: Mini Bowdabra Bowdabra Bow Wire Treat bag Heart candies Bowdabra scrunchy ribbon Assorted ribbons Instructions: First, cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire. Then, fold it in […]
Looking for a way to present a treat for Valentine’s Day, that is easy and allows you to make a bunch of them in minutes? Well, dress up this fun candy bar for Valentine’s Day. It’s a great idea for a party favor or a classroom. Easy step-by-step tutorial. How to Dress up a Fun […]
Bowdabra designer, Joette shows you how to make this easy DIY Valentine’s Day Candy Bouquet with Bowdabra and inexpensive dollar store supplies! This bouquet will cost you around $12! So let’s get started. Easy Valentine’s Day Candy Bouquet Supplies… Most can be purchased at Dollar Tree: Stuffed Monkey Ballon Weight Bush of roses […]
03Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman sharing how to create a 2 ribbon bow for a wreath. How to make a 2 ribbon bow with Bowdabra Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making Tool Bowdabra Bow Wire Ribbon Wreath Metal Word Instructions: Place Bow Wire in the Bowdabra, placing it underneath while working on the bow. Place the first […]
Dress up your dinner table with this adorable Valentine napkin ring. Adding a Bowdabra bow adds an elegant touch to this easy project. You’ll need these supplies: 36″ length of 6″ tulle 8″ length of 7/8″ patterned satin ribbon 18″ length of 1/8″ satin ribbon 6″ length of coil ribbon 1 toilet paper roll 1 […]
In this easy video, Bowdabra designer, Joette will show you how to make an easy Bowdabra Valentine’s Day wreath! How to make an easy Bowdabra Valentine’s Day Wreath Supplies: 1 – 24” Heart-shaped garland wreath 2 – Red tulip bushes Two Monkey grass bushes 2 – different prints/colors of 2” wide ribbon 3 x 30” […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman sharing how to create a super easy Valentine’s Day Wreath. Super Easy Valentine’s Day Wreath Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making Tool Bowdabra Bow Wire Ribbon Wreath Metal Word Instructions: Place Bow Wire in the Bowdabra. Select 3 different ribbons, cut 12″ lengths of each, and place them in the channel. Holding the […]
Besides the flowers and candy for Valentine’s Day, adding an adorable handmade Valentine’s Day Wall Hanging is always welcome and enjoyed! And the best part, you won’t believe how simple and easy it is to make! Simply choose your favorite Valentine ribbon to make a luscious bow using your Bowdabra for the beginning of a […]
Sandy Sandler is here today to show you another super-easy way to make a beautiful big red bow. This bow would be perfect for Valentine’s Day to decorate your gifts and your home. Materials: Bowdabra bow maker Bowdabra bow wire 5 Inch wide wired red ribbon Instructions: First cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire. […]
Make this sustainable Valentine yarn heart using materials that are generally non-recyclable—styrofoam and yarn. Stryrofoam is made from polystyrene, a material that isn’t biodegradable, therefore not recyclable. But what about yarn?? Why can’t that be recycled? It’s all about what yarns are made of—problematic blends, natural yarns, man-made filaments, plastics, dyes, and metals. This makes […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today sharing how to decorate thrift store jars for Valentine’s Day with the help of the Bowdabra. Decorate thrift store jars for Valentine’s Day I love perusing the thrift stores to see what items I can pick up to create with and these jars were no exception. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow […]
Hello crafty people! Becky here with some fun ideas for Valentine’s Day ideas you can complete in minutes with Bowdabra Here’s a short video creating a couple of Valentine’s day ideas, enjoy! Fast and fun Valentine’s Day ideas with Bowdabra Materials: Bowdabra Bowdabra bow wire Dollar store Valentine’s Day garland Floral picks Candy treats Heart […]
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 […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here with Valentine’s Day decorative treat bags finished with a lovely Bowdabra bow. Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow Making and Design Tool Bow wire Ribbon Treat Bags Conversation Heart Candies Valentine’s Day decorative treat bags Place bow wire in the Bowdabra then fold it underneath while you work on the bow. Add […]
Follow this tutorial and you can create this adorable little Valentine’s Day sweet treat. Use them as party favors or to decorate a larger gift package. You can see how easy it is to glam up a bow using floral picks and various ribbons. So let’s get started: Updated 2021 How to make a […]
Watch this easy video as Bowdabra creator, Sandy Sandler shows you how to make this cute dollar store Valentine’s Day party favor. This gift is perfect for Valentine’s Day parties and events. It’s the perfect party favor! Note: Updated for 2020 Materials: Bowdabra Bowdabra bow wire Small stackable containers with caps from the dollar store […]
Make a Gorgeous Valentine’s Day Wreath with Bowdabra Hey everyone! I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making a fun and easy Valentine’s day wreath bow using the Bowdabra bow maker. This bow is perfect for any Valentine’s Day Wreath. Let’s get started! Valentine’s Day Wreath […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to show you how to create a Valentine’s Day Card with Bowdabra. Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Hair Bow Tool and Ruler Bow Wire Ribbon Just For Fun Rubber Stamp EKSuccess Punches Valentine’s Day card with Bowdabra With the Bowdabra, you can create a wide assortment of bows in a variety of […]
Watch as Sandy Sandler, the creator of the Bowdabra shows you how to make this big, beautiful Bowdabra Valentine hair bow. It is such an elegant large bow and is sure to make an impression wherever you wear it. The colors of this beautiful Bowdabra Valentine hair bow are soft and pretty, perfect for Valentine’s […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today. If you have a little princess who loves to dress up, why not create a pretty Valentine’s Day Bow with Bowdabra. Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bow Making Tool Bowdabra Bow Wire – Gold Ribbon Flowers Barrette Begin by folding in half approximately 18″ of Gold Bow Wire. Place it in the […]
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Don’t delay and run into the local dollar store and grab the supplies to make this lovable Valentine’s Day gift. It’s so easy to make and has such pizazz when you add the scrunchy Bowdabra bow! Your Valentine will adore the presentation and love the candy inside! Watch […]
Create an easy one of a kind Valentine’s Day Gift Box and Bow to put those awesome sweet treats in. I love this DIY because it’s so simple and you can use just about any type of material – cardstock, foam sheets and even clear film sheets printed in your favorite logo or design to […]
A glittered wine glass makes a perfect Valentine’s Day gift for the wine lover on your list. Adorn it with a jazzy bow to make is extra special. Supplies for the Glittered Wine Glass Mini Bowdabra 18″ length Bowdabra bow wire Two 5″ x 9″ lengths of white tulle Two 4½” lengths of red glitter […]
This conversation heart hair bow is so easy to make and so adorable you won’t be able to stop with just one. Make one for gifts for your favorite little girl, or you can make one for yourself. Make a few for the cheer squad. And make some to sell at your next craft fair. […]
This unique wall hanging decoration will warm the hearts of all your Valentines and brighten your home. After the flurry of activity during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, it’s time to thing about Valentine’s Day decorating. This wall hanging will create a splash of color for your home decor. Supplies for the Wall Hanging […]
You can quickly make a Pet Valentine’s Day gift bag for your devoted best furry friend. Just follow this simple video tutorial by Bowdabra creator Sandy Sandler and fill it with Paw tree treats and Paw pairings. Your loyal fur children will love you even more. And don’t forget to make some extra for your […]
Hey everyone, Steph here today to show you how to dress up a Valentine’s Day chipboard sign with the Bowdabra. Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Making and Design Tool Bowdabra Gold Wire Tulle Ribbon Tattered Angels Glimmer Mist Beacon Adhesive Chipboard Sign Valentine’s Day chipboard sign This large chipboard sign can be decorated in any […]
You can make this adorable Valentine headband quick and easy to wear on Valentine’s Day. I’ve used soft yarn to tie off the bow in the Bowdabra Mini Bow Maker and sewed on the heart motif so that you can use it for baby too! Although my daughter has beautiful thick blond hair today, when […]
Are you looking for a cute heart hair bow for Valentine’s Day? This hair bow is so easy to make using the Mini Bowdabra. And the heart is lightweight because it’s made of cork. Cork is so trendy right now and cork sheets are readily available in craft stores and so cute when added to […]
Looking for a lovely but creative valentine gift for that special someone? A candy flower bouquet is just so pretty and fun to give or receive. They are also very easy to make – especially using your Bowdabra! You only need a glass vase, faux flowers, candy, decorative cardstock, glue dots, ribbon, Bowdabra, wire […]
Looking to dress your little one’s hair for the upcoming Valentine’s Day holiday? This Valentine’s Day Tulle Hair bow can be made in under 15 minutes and is very inexpensive. You probably already have the supplies in your craft stash! Supplies: Mini Bowdabra Bowdabra bow wire Metal hair clip Red felt Red […]
It’s really quite easy to paint a wine glass. The paint is available at just about every craft store and online and this step-by-step tutorial takes you through the entire process. These wine glasses are extra special because when you look inside the glass you will see the interior of the flower! The paint dries […]
Follow along with Sandy to make a unique and stunning red Valentine’s Day bow. Valentine’s Day is the time to celebrate love. A day to sweep your loved ones off their feet with all your love, affection and lovely gifts. The color red symbolizes passion and deep love. Watch this video as Sandy Sandler […]
Hello all you beautiful people! Valentine’s Day is just round the corner. Looking for a way to make your dear one feel special? Here are some do-it-yourself crafts, yummy recipes, and creative ideas that make your Valentine’s Day even extra special. Try delectable recipes of thin mint cheesecake, coffee and cream cookies, and paleo chocolate […]
Last month Bowdabra participated in a Tutorial exchange at totally tutorials. Joy from xoxograndma.blogspot.com designed this gorgeous Valentine wreath we are sharing today. Be sure to visit Joy and see all of her other creative projects. It’s quick and easy and very inexpensive! There are 7 easy steps to complete this project. Plan about an […]
Valentine’s Day gift wrap is a snap to make! You can create a quick stamp to up cycle simple brown paper for all your gifts. The heart stamp is quickly carved from a Styrofoam ball cut in half. The Styrofoam stamp gives the wrapping a nice textured look. Use red acrylic paint or substitute red […]
Hi! I’m Noreen, visiting from Crafty Journal. I am so excited to be a designer for Bowdabra! I have had the opportunity to try the Bowdabra, learning to make lovely bows to use in my project. Here is a fun and easy Valentine craft I created. You can easily create this beautiful Valentine Ribbon Pouch […]
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 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 […]
Who doesn’t love receiving a bouquet of roses for Valentine’s Day? This year kids can make their own bouquets for mom and teachers using Capri Suns. We love recycled crafts and whenever we can reuse and repurpose we are all for it. So start saving those Capri Sun pouches for this fun kids craft! Materials […]
I love making cards with bold colors. The card’s colors just pop and really make a statement. Instead of the typical Valentine’s Day card with pinks and reds design one with bright colors and finish it with a Mini Bowdabra Bow. Materials Needed: Assorted Brightly Colored Cardstock Brightly Colored Ribbon Adhesive Glass Bead Mini Bowdabra […]
Handmade cards, from the heart, are a wonderful sentimental gift for Valentine’s Day. Make a beautiful card and finish it with a Mini Bowdabra Bow. Materials Needed: Assorted Cardstock Blank Envelope Glue Stick Foam Square Adhesives Circle Die Cut with Small Cuts Around the Edge Pucker Up Tag Sheer Ribbon 3/8″ Wide Grosgrain Ribbon Glitter […]
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 […]
Today we are sharing a special post from our Bowdabra Design team. All of our team members have their own blogs and you can find out more about them under the Design Team tag at the top of our blog. We pulled some of their projects and are featuring them below. Stop over and visit […]
Welcome back to our weekly Feature Friday series! This week we are featuring a round up of our favorite Valentine Crafts and Recipes from some of our favorite links shared in the weekly Crafty Showcase. Which of these are your favorites? We hope that you click on them and visit all of our crafty friends. What […]
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 […]
Create a fun gift or home decor item by using a vase, chocolate and a bow. Design a polka dot bow with your Bowdabra and have fun giving this easy gift to a friend, neighbor, loved one, or displaying it in your home. Materials: Bowdabra Bowdabra Bow Wire Chocolate Vase Ribbon Valentine’s Day sticker or […]
Grab a glue gun, some wine and champagne corks and in no time at all you can create a beautiful and unique wreath to decorate your home. Don’t have any corks, don’t you worry! You can purchase wine corks at the craft stores and online at etsy.com or Amazon.com in bulk! The mushroom shaped champagne […]
Make a Valentine’s Day home decor on the cheap. Purchase an inexpensive frame and decorate it with strips of sheer ribbon.I purchased an unfinished large wooden frame from the Dollar Store. I removed the glass, spray painted it, and added ribbon for a super easy and super SWEET decoration! Materials Needed: Inexpensive Wooden Frame or […]
Design this elegant “no sew” heart pillow for Valentine’s Day. Use in your own Valentine’s Day home decor or give the pillow as a gift. This no sew pillow tutorial is easy for all ages and skill levels. Finish the Valentine pillow with a beautiful satin ribbon Bowdabra bow. Materials Needed: Mini Bowdabra ® Bowdabra […]
Design a Valentine’s Day little girl’s purse, hair bow, and ribbon bracelet set. Using stiff felt and Fabri-tac I have been creating little girl’s purses for several years, now. The stiff felt is really easy to work with and by adding a Bowdabra hair bow and a ribbon bracelet it is the perfect little girl’s […]
