DIY Hair Bows

Little girls and hair bows go together like cake and ice-cream. Since these are so cute and easy to make, why not try with all sorts of colors so your little one will have a bow for every outfit! 

Supplies
18.5 in of main color ribbon  (1.5in wide)
few inches of contrasting ribbon for center knot  (5/8in or 7/8 in.  I like the 7/8in a little better)
few inches of wire
wire cutters
hot glue gun
hair clips or barretts


Cut an 18.5in strip of your main color. I used 100% polyester so that it was a little stiff and won't wrinkle too badly. 

Step 1 - Fold like so.
Make the bow as big or little as you'd like.

Step 2 - pinch the center together

and secure with wire.  

Moving on to the center knot...

Step 3 - fold like so.

Step 4 - Bring the cut end up
and through the opening.  

Step 5 - Make a pretty knot.  Don't pull too tightly.
A loose knot is best.  
Cut the ribbon about where my thumb is hitting. 

Wrap the center knot around the main bow and secure with hot glue.  Next, cut a narrow piece of your leftover main fabric and place inside the hair clip.  This will prevent the glue from gluing the barrett closed.  Glue the bottom of the clip fabric on top of the center knot seam. 

Finally...the finishing touch.  Cut the ends of the bow to the length of your desire and apply a small amount of "Fray Check" so the ribbon won't fray.  Place in your daughter's hair, and admire your handy work. 

"Hey Dottie" collection

AND REPEAT all of the above in all different colors!!!

Have fun crafting!!

Need a way to showcase the new collection of bows?  Why not try a kit bow hanger?!  Check out Ruffles and Stuff for step by step instructions on how to make this easy wire hanger kite.