3 Easy Ways to Make Christmas Bows (Step-by-Step Video Tutorials!)
There’s nothing quite like a beautiful Christmas bow to add the finishing touch to your holiday décor! Whether you’re wrapping gifts, decorating wreaths, or dressing up your Christmas tree, a handmade bow instantly adds charm and personality. The best part? You don’t need to be a pro crafter to make one! With just a few simple materials — most of which you can find at Dollar Tree — you can create stunning bows in just minutes.
In this post, I’ll show you three easy ways to make Christmas bows, each with its own festive flair. From classic ribbon loops to layered buffalo check styles and traditional styles, these tutorials are perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to add a handmade touch this holiday season.
Each method includes a quick step-by-step video tutorial you can watch on my Facebook page, so you can follow along in real time. I’ll walk you through everything from ribbon selection to shaping the loops and tying off your bow so it looks perfectly polished every time.
Grab your ribbon, scissors, and a little holiday cheer — let’s start creating beautiful Christmas bows together!
1. Easy Traditional Christmas Bow
I love this bow! It’s easy and can be made it minutes! It’s my favorite way to make a Christmas bow! It doesn’t take many steps, but you’ll have a beautiful bow you’d proudly display or gift.
Watch the step by step video tutorial here!
2. Easy Criss Cross Christmas Bow
This is a quick and easy way to make simple Christmas bows that can be used gifts, decor and even for the hair! It takes seconds to make and can be done with any ribbon!
Watch the step by step video tutorial here!
3. Easy One Hand Christmas Bow
This is such an easy and high-end looking Christmas bow. Love how easy it is to make using your hand and fingers! It takes seconds to make and anyone can do it!
Watch the step by step video tutorial here!
See how simple it is to make your own Christmas bows? With just a few materials and a little creativity, you can instantly elevate any holiday project. Whether you’re decorating gifts, wreaths, or garlands, these bows add that handmade warmth that makes your home feel truly festive.
Don’t forget — the key to a perfect bow is fluffing and shaping! Once you’ve tied your loops, take a moment to pull and adjust them until your bow looks full and balanced. It’s those small details that make your craft look professional and store-bought.
If you haven’t already, be sure to check out my Facebook page where you can watch each bow tutorial in action. You’ll find short, easy-to-follow videos that make it fun and simple to craft along with me. While you’re there, follow the page for more Dollar Tree DIYs, holiday crafts, and seasonal decorating ideas — I share new videos every day to keep your creativity flowing all year long!
So go ahead — grab that ribbon stash and start crafting! Once you make your first bow, you’ll see how addicting it can be to design your own custom styles. Merry Christmas, and happy crafting!
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Have fun crafting!
Lianep
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