How to Make Silk Pew Bows

Silk pew bows can give an elegant touch to a wedding. You can buy silk ribbon on a spool to make pew bows. The silk pew bows can be attached to the inside of the aisle where the bridal party walks. The pews can mark the family pews or the entire aisle. You can make satin pew bows for your own wedding.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 2- to 4-inch-wide satin ribbon on a spool Large white ponytail holders or pew holders Scissors

1. Cut an 18-inch piece of ribbon and tie a loose knot in the center of it. Set it aside.

2. Pull several feet of ribbon from the spool. Pinch the ribbon about 12 to 15 inches from the end. Form a 5-inch-long loop and hold it between your thumb and forefinger.

3. Twist the ribbon to be sure that the right side of the ribbon is up. Form a second loop directly opposite the first loop.

4. Twist the ribbon and form a third loop next to the first loop.

5. Continue until you have six to eight loops.

6. Pull the long piece of ribbon with the knotted center around the bow. Keep the knot in the center of the bow.

7. Turn the bow over in your hand. Draw the ends of the ribbon around the back. Tie the ribbon to hold bow together. Thread a ponytail holder on to one end of the ribbon if you can use it. Knot the ribbon tightly. Fluff the bow, smoothing any folds.

8. Cut the four end pieces of the bow at a slant.

Tips & Warnings

• You can hang the pew bow by stretching it over the end of some carved pews.

Resources

• $Ribbons Solutions