Bows can add beauty and charm to a gift. Home-made pom pom bows are a great addition to any special occasion package. When making these versitile bows, be creative. Ribbons come in all different shapes, sizes and textures. Buy a variety of different ribbons, and make an assortment.
Instructions
1. Purchase ribbon in the length and thickness you prefer. Make a circle from the ribbon about 6 inches in diameter. Continue winding the ribbon around the circle 8 times.
2. Flatten the ribbon circle, holding it together in the center with your fingers. Cut both corners, diagonally, on each end of the ribbon, using sharp scissors.
3. Re-create the ribbon circle the same way you did originally, only this time, the notched ends will meet in the center. Once the circle is finished, tie a string around the center. Tie it tight, so it doesn't come apart.
4. Start with one side of the ribbon bow, pull out the loop on the inside, and twist it to the right. Pull out the next loop, and twist it to the left. Continue pulling out the loops, twisting them in alternate directions, until all the loops are out.
5. Repeat the loop twisting procedure on the other side of your ribbon bow. When all the loops have been pulled out and twisted, you should have a beautiful and full homemade pom pom bow. Use the thin string, that you tied in the center of your bow, to attach to your package.
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