How do you tie a Christmas bow?

Answer 1

Nice big ones are a bit hard to master at first. Best to see it in person. I make a roll of ribbon based on the size of the final bow I want (perhaps 6" diameter). It needs to have as many circles in the loop as you want petals of the bow. Say 10 complete loops for the 6" ==> 20 petals.

With the loop made cut the ribbon off and pince it together in the middle so it shaped like the infinity symbol or a figure 8. Cut two divits in the center of the 8 then tie a string tightly around the center of the 8 using the divits to hold it in place.

Now you can begin to fluff the bow by seperating the petals and twisting them a bit so they are at different angles

If you are a failure at that buy curling ribbon in different colors and pull it with scissors to curl until you have a huge pile of curls and just make a fancy pile of curls, also a very nice presentation.

Answer 2

How to Tie a Bow.


A floral bow is one that has a variety of loop sizes. The larger loops are around the outside of the bow and the sizes gradually get smaller towards the center. They may have as few as four to eight loops or as many as twenty to thirty loops. The loops are spread apart to make the shape oval or round and tails are generally hanging below.



Making a Floral Bow

1. Pinch the ribbon and make a loop leaving the tail the desired length.

2. Continue making loops gradually increasing the size of the loops until the bow is full and you have enough ribbon left to make the other tail.

3. Secure the center of the bow with wire.

4. Fan out the loops.

5. Cut the tails at an angle or in points to finish off the bow.
here is the web for pics
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/howtomakebows.html -

Answer 3

There are lots of "Christmas bows" that can be made. The two just mentioned are probably the most common.

Check out this link for more possibilities:
http://tinyurl.com/yjydhh



Diane B.