1. Using your ruler and scissors, cut a piece of ribbon that's about 15 to 20 inches. This length will make a nice-sized bow.
How to Make a Bow Out of Ribbon
2. Make two loops (or bunny ears) with your ribbon. Adjust the loops to be the size you want your final bow loops to look like. Make sure your tails are fairly even too.
How to Make a Bow Out of Ribbon
3. Fold the left loop over the right loop and bring it around and back through the center hole.
How to Make a Bow Out of Ribbon
4. Pull tight to create a knot. Tug on the loops and tails to finesse your bow. Remember: It's okay if you don't get a perfect bow on the first try.
How to Make a Bow From Paper
1. Download our bow template and print.
How to Make a Bow From Paper
2. Using your pencil and scissors, trace the template onto card stock, then cut out the outline.
How to Make a Bow From Paper
3. Place a dot of glue in the center of the bow cut out with the rounded edges.
How to Make a Bow From Paper
4. Fold one of the rounded edge pieces in half (without creating a crease) and press to adhere the square tip to the center.
How to Make a Bow From Paper
Add another dot of glue and repeat with the other side. This piece is your bow loops.
How to Make a Bow From Paper
5. Add a dot of glue to the center of the tail cut out, then gently press the center of the bow loops piece on top of the glue.
How to Make a Bow From Paper
6. Wrap the small band cut out around the center of your bow and glue the ends together at the back.