How to Make a Bow for a Wreath with Wired Ribbon! (EASY)

Wondering how to make a bow for a wreath with wired ribbon? This simple step by step tutorial will show you just how fast and EASY it can be!

How to Make a Bow for a Wreath

No wreath is complete without a pretty bow, right?

That why today I’ll show you How to Make a Bow for a Wreath with Wired Ribbon!

You won’t believe how EASY it actually is!

All you’ll need is some wired ribbon and floral wire to create a gorgeous bow in less than 5 minutes!

And once you know how to make a gorgeous bow, there’s no need to pick up those pre-made bows at the craft store.

You’ll save SO much money buying your ribbon in bulk and making your own bows!

You can even use these pretty bows to decorate inside your home around the holidays, or make smaller versions to pretty up gifts and packages!

So what are you waiting for?

Let’s get started!

Here’s what you’ll do…

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How Do You Make a Simple Wired Ribbon Bow?

It’s SO fast and easy! You’ll just need wired ribbon, and we can get started!

What Kind of Ribbon Do You Use for a Wreath?

Now when it comes to ribbon, the options at the store are endless! So what kind of ribbon is used for wreaths? I’ve found that 2.5 inch wired ribbon works the best.

It’s wide enough to make a nice, full bow… and the wire will allow you to easily adjust it to keep it in place.

Ribbon Supplies Needed

• 2 1/2 inch Wired Ribbon (minimum 9 feet)
• 6 feet for bow
• 3 feet for tails {18 inches each}

Wired Ribbon Bow Instructions

You won’t believe how quick and easy these pretty wreath bows are to make!

Here’s what you’ll do…

Start by making a small loop with the ribbon.

This will be your bow’s center loop.

Then twist the ribbon in the back of the loop.

Make sure to twist on the back side to keep the pretty side of the ribbon facing out.

Now make a larger loop on one side, returning with the ribbon to the back of the first loop.

Twist again on the back side, and make a loop of the same length on the opposite side.

Bring the ribbon back to the center and twist again on the back side.

Repeat the process two more times… gradually making a larger loop on each side.

Once you’re done and have 3 loops on each side of your center loop, secure the bow in the center using floral wire.

Now it’s time to make the tails!

Cut two pieces of ribbon, each 18 inches long.

Place the tails flat on a table, overlapping at the top so they spread out at an angle at the bottom.

Feed the top of the tails through the center loop, fold over in the back, and secure with floral wire.

You can leave the tails as is, cut at an angle, or cut an upside down ‘V’ shape at the bottom.

Good job… you did it! Now you can affix your bow to your wreath with floral wire, and you’re done!

That wasn’t so hard now, was it?

Simple and SO pretty!

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