20 Creative Things to Do with Ribbon
Ribbons are fun and versatile crafting material. From articles of clothing to decorative ornaments, there are a myriad of things you can create with this arts and crafts favorite. Find some popular projects below!
- Bookmark
Cut 16” of satin ribbon. Fold end over hair elastic and sew. On other end, sew column of three matching buttons. Bookmark adjusts to fit covers of various sizes!
- Bracelet
Follow instructions for bookmark; tailor length of ribbon to fit wrist, and use tiny hair elastic to fasten. Fancy lace ribbons make the prettiest wearable accessories!
- Belt
Cut thick, soft ribbon to fit your waist, plus 12”. Tie onto your outfit for a no-hassle belt!
- Votive Candleholder
Cut ribbon to wrap around glass pillar. Glue into place. Voila, new décor for your home!
- Pen
Wrap green ribbon around pen, securing with glue. Hot-glue faux flower on top for final touch!
- Memory Board
Hot-glue fabric on canvas with built-in frame. Lay thin ribbons in crisscross pattern over surface and hot-glue. Hang up to display your treasured mementos!
- Cat Toy
Twist metal screw eye into end of wooden dowel. Tie eight 2-foot cuts of ribbon to split key ring, double-knotting. Loop key ring through screw eye and play with kitty!
- Flowerpot
Dress up flowerpot by tying several pieces of skinny ribbon around it. Secure pieces with craft glue. A beautiful ‘home’ for your plant!
- Sachet
Cut square piece of tulle. Place potpourri in center. Gather corners of fabric and twist at base. Tie with ribbon. Great as gifts for your friends or your sock drawer!
- Greeting Card
Glue ribbon along edge of card. Try lace for formal occasions, or picture-ribbon for themed parties!
- Shoelaces
Cut grosgrain ribbon as long as normal shoelaces. Lace shoes as you choose, and prepare for compliments!
- Fashion Dog Collar
Cut ribbon to fit dog’s neck, plus extra. Sew Velcro onto ends. Adjustable for growing pups, and safe in case your beloved friend ever gets stuck and needs to pull free!
- Mobile
Wrap craft circle with ribbon, securing with glue. Tie on dangling ribbons to attract baby’s attention. Use additional ribbon to hang from ceiling. Please keep this beauty in sight but out of reach!
- Flower
Cut three identical diamond-shapes from wide, satin ribbon. Pinch each diamond in center, and secure with straight pin. Hold all three together, staggered, to create 6-pointed bloom. Loop 26-gauge craft wire around center and twist in back. Grown from creativity!
- Wreath
Make many faux flowers from previous project. Hot-glue to Styrofoam wreath form for stunning door accessory!
- Throw Pillow
Update pillow by re-covering one side. Sew strips of ribbon securely to fabric. Try an assortment of ribbon widths for kitsch, shaggy ribbon for texture, or identical ribbon in a few colors for preppy stripes!
- Key Ring Holder
Slide ribbon through D ring and fold in half. Sew all edges of ribbon, and as close to D ring as possible. Your key ring hooks right on!
- Frame
Glue pieces of ribbon to flat-edged frame. Show off your photo with a whole new look!
- Frame Hanger
Attach identical lengths of ribbon to back of frame using staple gun. Angle pieces inward. Tie ribbon ends together, forming a double-knotted bow. Hang bow over a nail for beautiful wall art!
- Word Art
Using pliers, bend sturdy craft wire into word for display, such as “Family,” or “Faith.” Wrap word with ribbon in a color that will compliment your home!
Bio
This guest article comes from The Ribbon Retreat. They supply arts and crafts products like fold over elastic, grosgrain ribbon, craft kits, and even hardware.
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