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We suggest that you read through our numbered step-by-step instructions first, to familiarize yourself with the process of gathering between thumb and index finger. It's best to practice the procedure on a scrap of ribbon until you are comfortable with the technique. As with any ribbon craft, make sure that you have scissors and wire on hand. |
Bow Making General Instructions (Nov. 04)Make a Bow Step 1: Begin by leaving a tail length of 8" or more and gather the center between thumb and index finger. |
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| Step 2: Bring ribbon up and back down, forming a loop. Gather firmly between thumb and index finger. Then bring ribbon down and back up to form another loop and again pinch it into place between thumb and index finger. |  |
| Step 3: Repeat the process of forming loops until you have made half of the total loops desired. At this time, make a center knot or nose by forming a small loop up over your thumb. Gather and pinch this loop into place. |  |
| Step 4: Continue to make remaining loops desired. Cut off ribbon end leaving a tail length of 8" or more. Secure gathered area with a length of wire through center knot and around to back of bow. Fasten wire and twist the bow a few turns in the same direction to finish. Adjust loops to form a nicely shaped bow; notch or cut tail ends. |  |
| Designer Tips: Create a fuller and softly rounded bow by adding on an extra loop on one side of your bow. For a multi-colored bow, work two (or even three) ribbon layers together. Simply lay narrow ribbons over wider ribbon widths and handle together as one. For a two-tone effect, fasten a smaller bow into the center of a larger bow which is created without a nose. |
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