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We’ll show you how to make a bow in just four steps.

We’re also sharing our editor-tested tips for creating simple bows perfectly every time.

pile of gifts under holiday tree wrapped in plaid paper and green ribbons

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Our steps below explain how to make a bow out of ribbon perfectly every time.

We recommend a double-sided ribbon like silk ribbon or grosgrain ribbon to achieve the best results.

Use fabric scissors to cut about 15 inches of ribbon for a medium-size bow.

pinching ribbon together on edges to form pink bow

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Think about the bunny ear trick for tying shoelaces you learned as a kid.

confirm the tails are equal lengths and flat.

This will help when it comes time to trim your simple bow.

crossing right ribbon loop over left side to tie pink bow

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Trim the tails and notch the ends.

bringing left loop underneath to tie pink bow

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tying pink ribbon into standard classic bow

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