How to Decorate a Headband
Form a loop., Flatten the loop., Make the bow shape., Make the center knot., Attach to the headband.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Form a loop.
Take a six inch length of ribbon and overlap the two ends by about half an inch so the ribbon forms a loop. -
Step 2: Flatten the loop.
Press down on the center of the ribbon to flatten the loop, then take a threaded needle and run it through the center of the ribbon, from the back to the front. , Fold the center of the ribbon accordion-style, then wrap the thread around the center of the bow several times to tighten.
Knot the thread and cut off any extra. , Take a new piece of ribbon and tie a simple, loose knot.
Place this knot over the center of the bow to cover up the stitches, then secure the two ends at the back of the bow using a little hot glue. , Use the hot glue gun to attach the bow to the headband. -
Step 3: Make the bow shape.
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Step 4: Make the center knot.
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Step 5: Attach to the headband.
Detailed Guide
Take a six inch length of ribbon and overlap the two ends by about half an inch so the ribbon forms a loop.
Press down on the center of the ribbon to flatten the loop, then take a threaded needle and run it through the center of the ribbon, from the back to the front. , Fold the center of the ribbon accordion-style, then wrap the thread around the center of the bow several times to tighten.
Knot the thread and cut off any extra. , Take a new piece of ribbon and tie a simple, loose knot.
Place this knot over the center of the bow to cover up the stitches, then secure the two ends at the back of the bow using a little hot glue. , Use the hot glue gun to attach the bow to the headband.
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