How to Make a Two-Loop Bow

Two-loop bows can be used in crafts, floral decorations and on clothing. You can sew a bow on a hat or hot glue it to a barrette for the back of a child's hair. Tulle can be tied into decorative bows for wedding decorations. The ribbon shown is 1 1/2 inches wide, an easier size to use when making your first two loop bow.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1 to 2 yards ribbon
• Scissors

1. 

   Holding the ribbon in both hands, form a ring and cross one end over the other.

2. 

   Tie a very loose knot in the center.

3. 

   Make sure the print or right side of the ribbon is up by working it with your fingers. Slowly tighten the knot.

4. 

   Form a loop about an 1 1/2 inches long on the right side of the knot. Pinch and hold the knot.

5. 

   Wrap the loose tail from the left hand side around the loop.

6. 

   Make a loop and push it through with your index finger as you would tie a bow in your shoelace. Make sure that you go slowly and keep the ribbon right side up.

7. 

   Adjust the second loop. Using both hands slowly and firmly pull both loops out . Keep them the same size.

8. 

   Pull on the ribbon to shape the width of the loops, keeping the right side of the ribbon out..

Tips & Warnings

• Practice on inexpensive ribbon in different widths.
• If the bow center is not tight enough it will come apart.