Passion Collection #3: Crafting a Dazzling Double-Layered Bow with Pearl – A Fiery DIY Tutorial

Introduction
Ignite your passion for crafting with the third installment of our Passion Collection! This tutorial guides you through creating a captivating double-layered ribbon bow, elegantly adorned with a shimmering faux-pearl ornament. Crafted in deep red tones, this accessory embodies boldness and sophisticated charm, ready to elevate any look. Follow our steps to add this dazzling piece to your collection!

Materials You'll Need

Gather these items to begin your project:

Deep red fabric ribbon, 0.3 inches wide, approximately 20 inches long (do not pre-cut into segments)

Tonal deep red fabric ribbon, 1 inch wide, approximately 20 inches long (do not pre-cut into segments)

Metal alligator clip, 3 inches long, 1

Faux-pearl plastic ornament with a loop, 1

Elastic cotton thread, 1 roll

Scissors, 1 pair

Lighter, 1

Pliers, 1 pair

Step-by-Step Tutorial

Follow these instructions carefully to craft your dazzling double-layered bow:

1.Form the First Main Bow: Take the 1-inch wide ribbon. Twist one end behind the main body of the ribbon, forming the upper loop of a figure '8'. Then, bend the part of the ribbon crossing the main body back to form the lower loop of the figure '8', completing the '8' shape with the upper part. This figure '8' shape should be approximately 4 inches long.

2.Pleat and Secure the First Bow: Pinch three pleats into the three intersecting layers of this figure '8' shaped ribbon, parallel to the ribbon's direction. Use elastic cotton thread to firmly bind the middle section of this figure '8' shape, wrapping about 15 times. Tie it securely and snip off the excess thread. Use scissors to cut the main body of the ribbon diagonally from the current bow, creating one finished bow. Use a lighter to carefully singe the diagonal cut edge to prevent fraying and ensure a neat finish. Repeat this singing for the other diagonal end of the ribbon to remove any loose threads.

3.Create the Second Main Bow: Using the same 1-inch wide ribbon and the identical method described in Step 2, create a second bow of the same length and appearance.

4.Combine the Main Bows: Take both of the main bows you just made. Position them so that one diagonal end is above and the other is below, creating a combined layered look. Hold them together firmly. Apply hot glue to the side of one bow where it will meet the other. Carefully glue the two bows together in this combined position. Gently arrange the ribbons with your hands and allow the glue to cool and set.

5.Form the Small Top Bow: Take the 0.3-inch wide ribbon. Using the "figure 8" method described in Step 2, create two figure '8' shapes. For each, pinch two pleats (instead of three) into the intersecting parts. Use elastic cotton thread to bind the middle, wrapping approximately 15 times. Tie securely and snip the thread. Then, use scissors to cut both ends of these small ribbon pieces diagonally, and use a lighter to singe the raw edges, making two small finished bows.

6.Attach Small Bow to Large Bow: Apply hot glue to the top of the combined large bows, specifically on the cotton-wrapped section. Carefully attach the bottom of one of the small bows (made in Step 5) to this glued area.

7.Attach to Alligator Clip: Apply hot glue to the bottom of the combined large bows, on the cotton-wrapped section. Attach the middle part of the 3-inch metal alligator clip onto the glued area, pressing firmly until secure.

8.Secure Bow to Clip: Cut a suitable length from the narrow ribbon (0.3 inches wide). Apply hot glue to the middle section of this narrow ribbon. Wrap it around the center of the large bow, covering the bound area. Then, apply hot glue to both ends of this narrow ribbon and adhere them to the top backside of the metal alligator clip, securely fixing the bow to the clip.

9.Add Pearl Embellishment: Use pliers to carefully attach the faux-pearl ornament (via its loop) to the narrow ribbon that wraps the center of the bow.

Your double-layered ribbon bow with a hanging faux-pearl ornament is now complete! The deep red tones, combined with the elegant layering and the dazzling faux-pearl, truly embody the fiery and passionate spirit of this collection.

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