Learn how to make your own stunning red velvet bows for your Christmas tree or anywhere else you want to add a little festive cheer. They’re really quick and easy to make and very affordable too. I’m sharing my step by step tutorial showing you exactly how to make your own.
Making Your Own Handmade Christmas Crafts
Making your own handmade crafts is a fun and relaxing (if addictive!!) hobby that will allow you to make truly personalised gifts for your family and friends. You don’t need any fancy equipment or materials to get started. Don’t get me wrong you’ll want ALL THE THINGS but you can start enjoying crafting without spending much. I love impressing my loved ones with unique handmade gifts that really show them how much I care.
Craft Supplies You’ll Need to Make Your Own Christmas Bows
- Thin Wire such as florists wire or binding wire
- Sharp scissors – your kitchen scissors will do just fine.
- Wide Wired Velvet Ribbon
How to Make Christmas Bows – Step 1
Cut two lengths of ribbon 30cm long.
How to Make Christmas Bows – Step 2
Fold one in half so that the two ends meet in the middle.
How to Make Christmas Bows – Step 3
Lay the other length of ribbon on top of the first so that the centre’s line up on top of each other.
How to Make Christmas Bows – Step 4
Place a length of wire underneath the pair of ribbons, lined up with the centres.
How to Make Christmas Bows – Step 5
Pull the two ends of the wire together so that the centre point of the ribbons is scrunched up evenly.
How to Make Christmas Bows – Step 6
Twist the wire to secure it.
How to Make Christmas Bows – Step 7
Arrange the bow to your liking.
How to Make Christmas Bows – Step 8
Fold the ends of the ribbon in half and cut them off at an angle.
If you don’t have the time to make your own you can get these bows ready made from my Etsy shop.
I do hope my Christmas Bows crafting project has inspired you to have a go at making your own Christmas decorations.
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A Little Bit About Me . . .
Hey there I’m Bridie, a busy mum to two amazing humans, a spirited border collie puppy and a pair of sweet guinea pigs. We homestead in a cherished Edwardian terrace in not so sunny Lancashire, England.
When I’m not spending time with my children and menagerie, I’m usually to be found in my craft room creating and blogging or in the kitchen cooking up a big batch of something tasty. I’m always looking for thrifty hacks to save money on my crafts and recipes. Crafting doesn’t have to cost a fortune!
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