Passion Collection #11: Craft Elegant Dual Ribbon Hair Clips – A DIY Tutorial

Welcome to Passion Collection #11! In this tutorial, we're excited to guide you through creating not one, but two exquisite hair clips that perfectly blend vibrant red plaid with sleek black accents, adorned with sparkling faux diamonds and delicate faux pearls. These elegant accessories are designed to add a touch of handcrafted charm and sophistication to any look, embodying the passionate spirit of our collection. Let's start crafting your pair!

Materials You'll Need (for two hair clips):
Large Red Plaid Fabric Ribbon: 1.5 inches wide, 3.5 inches long (2 pieces)

Pink Fabric Ribbon: 0.3 inches wide, 2.8 inches long (2 pieces)

Pink Fabric Ribbon: 0.3 inches wide, 2 inches long (2 pieces)

Black Fabric Ribbon: 0.1 inches wide, 7 inches long (2 pieces)

Metal Alligator Clips: 2 pieces

Faux Pearl Plastic Beads: 2 pieces

Faux Diamond Embellishments: 2 pieces

Hot Glue Gun with Glue Sticks (pre-heated)

Elastic Cotton Thread (1 roll)

Scissors

Lighter (for sealing edges)

Double-sided tape

Step-by-Step Tutorial (for one hair clip – repeat for the second):
1.Form the Red Plaid Bow: Take one 1.5-inch wide, 3.5-inch long red plaid ribbon. Apply double-sided tape to both ends on the reverse side. Fold the ribbon in half to find its centerline, then fold both taped ends towards the centerline and adhere them in place. Using your fingers, pinch three pleats parallel to the ribbon's direction. Secure the middle tightly with elastic cotton thread, wrapping about 15 times. Tie a knot and snip the excess thread. This completes your "red plaid single bow."

2.Create the Black Accent Bow: Take one 0.1-inch wide, 7-inch long black ribbon. Cross the two ends diagonally to form an "X" shape, allowing the remaining ribbon to form a loop above the intersection. Pinch the middle to form a bow shape. Apply hot glue to the overlapping intersection to fix it securely. This forms your "black accent bow."

3.Prepare the Alligator Clip: Take one metal alligator clip. Apply hot glue to both the top (front) and tail (back) ends of the clip. Take one 0.3-inch wide, 2.8-inch long pink ribbon. Carefully adhere it along the top and tail of the clip to cover it neatly.

4.Wrap the Red Plaid Bow with Pink Ribbon: Take one 0.3-inch wide, 2-inch long pink ribbon. Apply hot glue to one end and attach it to the top of the red plaid bow (from Step 1). Twist the pink ribbon to reverse its direction, then wrap it around the elastic-bound center of the red plaid bow. Trim any excess, use a lighter to slightly melt the other end, and secure it with hot glue to the bottom of the red plaid bow.

5.Assemble the Layered Bow: Apply hot glue to the bottom center of the black accent bow (from Step 2). Position it at a slight 30-degree angle on top of the red plaid bow (which now has its pink wrap from Step 4), and press firmly to adhere.

6.Attach the Faux Diamond: Apply hot glue to the back of one faux diamond embellishment. Carefully place and press it onto the center top of the black accent bow for a sparkling finish.

7.Attach the Faux Pearl to the Clip: Apply hot glue to the bottom of one faux pearl plastic bead. Securely attach it to the bottom of the prepared metal alligator clip (from Step 3).

8.Final Assembly - Attach Bow to Clip: Apply hot glue to the top of the metal alligator clip, just below where the pearl is attached. Carefully align the bottom of your combined layered bow (from Step 5) and press it onto the glued area of the clip, ensuring it is secure.

Your first elegant dual ribbon hair clip is now complete! Repeat these steps to create your second matching hair clip.

These clips beautifully combine the warmth of red plaid with the sleekness of black, accented by the delicate pink, sparkling diamonds, and elegant pearls. They are perfect for adding a touch of romance and refined style to your look, truly reflecting the passion in our collection.

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