12.14.2009

How to Make a Designer Floral Bow...

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Hi ladies~I decided to show you myself (yes, it's me in the video) how to make a easy floral bow. These are great to top gifts or to add to your floral designs. You can even make these bows real large to put on top of your Christmas trees. I bought the sheer wire edged ribbon shown in the video at Target. For beginners I would always recommend the wire edged ribbon. Don't give up if your first or second or even third bow isn't perfect-It takes a little practice. When I first opened my floral shop (The Robin's Nest) I had to practice and practice to get it right (we didn't use wired ribbon back then) -Hopefully this video will make it much easier for you!
If you have problems viewing the video click HERE.

18 comments:

  1. I'm going to start practicing -- have always wanted to make my own bows! Thanks for the info!

    Janet

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  2. Oh Robin thank you for the tuitorial. You make it look so darn easy. I'm going to practice right now!

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  3. OK so Robin I am not even going to attempt to recreate the ribbons like you have shown...I have tried and tried again and was not blessed with the ribbon making fingers! So glad to hear that he is back in school and to his old self again....wheeeeew!

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  4. I will now be able to make a decent looking bow! (maybe)..Thanks for sharing this...I bet it's frustrating when you accidently let go!!

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  5. I've always wanted to learn how to make bows myself! I went out several years ago and purchased a Bow Maker and my bows didn't turn out too great. I am definitely going to give this a try, Robin! I think I can do it! Thanks a BUNCH!

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  6. Not only did I learn to make really pretty bows, but it was so nice to hear your voice for the first time! I have always had trouble making bows, I think I will try your way next time.
    Love ya!

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  7. Thank you! Now my gift wrapping may have some semblance of attractiveness! :)

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  8. Robin! That was the best! I feel like EVEN I could make a beautiful bow like that! You are a WONDERFUL teacher! So good to hear your voice too!

    Merry Christmas to you!

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  9. Hey Robin,

    What a GREAT tutorial!! You certainly make it look easy enough! I LOVED listening to you. I'll definitely have to try it. Hope you are having a wonderful day.♥

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  10. I love a pretty bow. Love. Love. LOVE : ) Thank you for this tutorial!

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  11. That was wonderful Robin!! I had learned something similiar but that last step of putting the wire under the fingers in the back made it MUCH better for tying off! Thanks for that great tip.

    So glad to hear that Tim is back to school and work etc.

    I remember last year when we were waiting for you and Wendy to tell us you had your grandbabies! What blessings we each have this Christmas!!!

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  12. Hi Robin, Great tutorial! :) I have enjoyed your "Days of Christmas Posts!" I went all the way back to day 1, and got a wonderful glimpse of your precious grandaughter! She is such a cutie!

    So glad that Tim is doing better! I'll pray that he continues to get stronger each day! I've heard that is some really bad stuff!

    I can't wait to see your Winter Wonderland scene! Hope you will post it soon! :) And thanks for posting the Starbucks recipes. They sound yummy and I will have to try those!

    Oh, and I was so glad you posted the symbols tutorial for blogging! I've wondered how to do those! Thanks for sharing!

    Whew! I had a lot of catching up to do over here! I sure enjoyed my visit and browsing! I'll be back to see what tomorrow holds! :) ~hugs, Rhonda

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  13. Such a great tutorial, thank you! My bows never turn out as beautiful as yours but this video may be just what I need! I'll certainly give it another try!

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  14. I was just talking to someone about this... dang, now I can't remember who! She was asking me for bow advice.

    You rock miss Robin!

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  15. Thanks, Robin!! This is a great tutorial video! I love the way the bow turned out and I'm going to be trying my hand at a few soon!!

    Merry Christmas!♥

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  17. Hi Robin
    Thanks for an excellent tutorial. I am definately going to have a go at making some of those bows. You made it look so easy. I LOVED listening to you. You have such a lovely calm voice, just how I imagined you would sound. I can't wait to let Jessica listen to you too when she's home from school.
    Lindsay
    x

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  18. Ok, first I've gotta' say--- You have gorgeous hands!!! Couldn't help but notice.
    Thanks for the awesome tutorial!!! I make bows frequently, but they never come out just right. I love the trick of twisting the ribbon. Perfect! Can't wait to try one.

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