Im making a mother of the bride corsage/buttonhole and need to know what type and size of ribbon to use with it? and also how to put the ribbon on best? thanks.
2007-02-02 02:57:39 · 3 answers · asked by rach_b_2003 1 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
You can use any ribbon to acheive the look you want. A nice sheer ribbon would look nice for mother of the bride. Choose your ribbon width in relation to the size of the corsage. 1/2 inch satin ribbon would be good for a buttoneer, you might want to go with a wider ribbon, maybe 3/4 - 1 inch for the corsage. I put the ribbon on with wire and a touch of glue. The wire holds it secure while the glue is drying and the glue keeps the wire from twisting.
2007-02-02 05:15:52 · answer #1 · answered by DishclothDiaries 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like to use chiffon ribbon on wedding corsages, it inexpensive and is soft and romantic looking. I usually use like 9/16 ribbon or 1/2 ribbon depending on the size of flowers and corsage. I always hot glue the ribbon in, no one can tell and it is so much more secure and easier to deal with.
2007-02-02 11:45:04 · answer #2 · answered by Texas Pineknot 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is easier for you to look at the directions, then it is for me to explain. These sites will show you what to do.
http://www.eleganceribbon.com/corsageInstructions.html
http://www.benfranklinstores.com/newpage/projects/105/corsage.htm
http://save-on-crafts.com/cormakbas.hml
Remember after you wire on the bow, re-wrap the stem so the wires don't poke.
2007-02-02 16:06:14 · answer #3 · answered by Pat C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋