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Join Sandy Sandler, the creator of Bowdabra, to learn how to make the best scrap bow! Perfect for any occasion, this quick and easy tutorial will guide you through creating beautiful bows from scraps that add a touch of charm to your decorations or gift wrap. Get ready to impress with your bow-making skills!
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Bowdabra Bow Wire
14 – Pre-dovetailed 2.5” wide 10”-12” pieces of scrap ribbon of choice
1 yd – 7/8” wide ribbon of choice with knotted ends
First, cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire. Then, fold it in half and insert it into the Bowdabra. You will have a loop on one side and two loose wires on the other side. This will serve as your slipknot. Tuck the ends under to stay out of the way while you are making your bow.
Now, begin laying in some pre-dovetailed scrap pieces of burlap and printed ribbons, laying them in a circular pattern. To dovetail, fold the ribbon in half and cut at an angle away from the fold.
Next, using a different ribbon, create a shoelace-style bow, knotting the ends of the ribbon.
To make a shoelace bow, find the center of the 3/8″ wide ribbon and scrunch it down into the Bowdabra. Now bring one side across and scrunch down, then bring the other side across and scrunch down.
Finally, add a piece of Korker ribbon on the top.
Now scrunch everything down with the Bowdabra wand. Then, insert the loose wires through the loop and pull tight while the bow is still in the Bowdabra. Then, remove the bow from the Bowdabra, separate the ends, turn to the back, and tie a knot. Tie a double knot for extra security.
Fluff and shape the bow by pulling the ribbons in opposite directions. You have the best scrap bow that you can use in multiple ways. Put it on a wreath, use it for a gift bag or package, it’s perfect to use in so many ways!
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