How to Make a Florist Bow
Supplies Needed
Wide ribbon of your choiceThin satin ribbon of your choiceScissors
Step-by-Step Directions
This easy embellishment is the perfect topper for Christmas gifts or holiday wreaths. The steps below explain how to tie a florist bow with ribbon.
Step 1: Twist Ribbon
When making a florist bow, we find it’s easiest to leave the ribbon on the spool and cut it after the bow is complete. For a handmade bow that holds its shape, opt for a thick ribbon or one that has wire edges. Determine the tail length and twist the ribbon at this point, keeping the right side of the ribbon facing you. This will form the center of your bow.
Step 2: Create Loops
Make a loop and give the ribbon a twist at the center. Holding the twist between your thumb and index finger, make a second loop the same size in the opposite direction. Twist the loop toward you. Pinch the ribbon tightly at the center to keep the bow’s shape.
Step 3: Tie Center
Continue making same-size loops, alternating sides until the bow has the fullness you want. (For our bow, we made ten loops.) Wrap a narrow ribbon around the bow’s center and tie the tails together at the back of the bow. Don’t trim the narrow ribbon tails (you’ll use them to attach the bow to your wrapped gift or bouquet).
Step 4: Finish Bow
Arrange the loops as desired to shape your floral bow.Smooth any creases or folds in the loops.Use the narrow ribbon tails to attach the bow to your project, gift, or try adding it to a handmade wreath.
