Ribbon Bow Tying: The Ins and Outs Whether you’re interested in tying bows with satin ribbon, tying bows with wide ribbon, or just tying a simple bow out of any ribbon, we’re here to help. Tying a bow out of ribbon might seem daunting to the newbie, but it’s really not. Ribbon Bow Tying: the basics Ribbon bow tying is actually tying a bow out of ribbon is a relatively straight forward task, or at least it can be depending on how challenging and ornate you want the bow to be. Let’s take a look at some ways of tying a simple bow to start […]

types of ribbon bows for presents One thing that makes finding the best present even greater is being creative with the wrapping. The receiver of the gift will really appreciate thoughtful, creative and impressive wrapping. Not everyone finds gift wrapping easy – bows are tricky, wrapping neatly is harder than it looks and corner folds can be a downright mystery! So, for those who lack a bit of creative flair, here are some types of bows for presents that you can try to replicate yourself. These are the types of bows for presents that you’ll have seen on Christmas and birthday presents […]

Ribbons: whether silver sparkle ribbon or black and white wired ribbon is your thing, we talk about it all! Ribbons are so versatile and are a great way to embellish your arts and crafts, gift wrapping and accessories. While trends in ribbons change, there is something to be said for classic ribbon colors and designs. If you know a good ribbon company, you’ll find they often have a Christmas ribbon sale, which is a great opportunity to stock up on bulk ribbon ready to spend the year designing and crafting. Let’s take a look at our favorite ribbons and ribbon […]

Champagne color ribbon: the most versatile material to have in your home Origins of ribbon Ribbons are thin bands of material that are typically made of fabric. Sometimes plastic or metal ribbons are available. Usually, people use ribbons decoratively for tying or binding and most consist of materials that we encounter naturally like cotton, silk or jute. However, there are lots of synthetic ribbons available too, for example, polypropylene, nylon and polyester. The word itself has Middle English origins (the original word being ribban or riban) and Old French origins (ruban). But what is the point of ribbons? What uses […]

Ribbons are a fantastic way of embellishing just about anything. We see them everywhere: dresses, underwear, packaging, Christmas trees, decorations, wedding bouquets, in hair… In fact, pick any home in the Western world, and many in developing countries too, and you’re sure to find a ribbon in there somewhere! But, from where does the ribbon originate? How did they become so commonly used? The humble ribbon has existed for centuries. Actually, it has existed for millennia. Ribbons have been traced as far back as the Neolithic period when people wove dense, narrow fabric strips on looms that were portable. Impressions […]

Way back when, ribbons were not affordable to the masses. They were the embellishments of kings and queens, or at least those with a bit of money. Fortunately, this is not the case these days. Most people in the Western world have access to ribbons and many households have a drawer full of them. Ribbons are generally used for adornments in celebrations such as wrapping presents, in Christmas ornaments, surrounding wedding cakes or even in ceremonies where medals are issued. Throughout our homes, ribbons also feature on clothing and decor. You can make bows, sashes, wreath, garlands, do embroidery with […]

If you are planning a wedding, all the small details can soon become exhausting, but they make the world of difference. One easy and affordable way to make sure that your special day is perfect is to incorporate ribbon. This is a versatile and inexpensive way to make sure that your wedding is elegant, and adds the perfect pop of color. Use ribbon to create unique decorations that your friends and family will love, and will make your special day a little more unique. Cheap ribbon does not necessarily have to mean low quality, and there are a number of […]