How to Tie a Wreath Bow

A wreath with a bow adds a festive touch to decor.

A bow is the crowning touch that gives a finished look to any wreath. The lovely accent can work well with an evergreen, straw, cloth or foam wreath. You will be able to make an eight-loop tied wreath bow by following a few instructions.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• 5 to 6 yards of 2 1/2- to 4-inch-wide wired ribbon
• Floral or sewing shears

1. 

   Cut a 10- to 12-inch length of wired ribbon. Tie a loose knot about 2 1/2 inches wide in the center. Set aside.

2. 

   Measure 8 to 10 inches from the end and pinch the ribbon between your thumb and forefinger.

3. 

   Form a loop measuring 5 inches long. Pinch and twist the ribbon and form a loop opposite from the first loop.

4. 

   Continue pinching, twisting and forming new 5-inch loops.

5. 

   Pick up the knotted ribbon length that you made first. Place the knot in the center of the loops. Wrap the ends around the center toward the back.

6. 

   Turn the loop mass upside-down. Pull the ends of the knotted length up in the center.

7. 

   Tie the ends at the center of the loops.

8. 

   Tie the ribbon to the wreath and knot it securely.

9. 

   Turn the wreath around and pull the tails to the area where you want them to hang down.

10. 

    Fold the tail ends in half lengthwise. Then hold between your thumb and fingers and snip off at an angle with shears.

11. 

    Unfold to find the notched end.

12. 

    Shape the bow by pulling the loops open.

Tips & Warnings

• Wired ribbon comes in many patterns for any wreath decoration.

• Make sure the bow is not too large and overpowering for the size of your wreath.