I made some of these Homemade bows last year and I think I might get the kids involved this year. The best part is you should already have all the supplies! And you know I’m all about recycling! Not to mention that it’s way more fun and cheaper than buying Christmas Bows!
To get started just find some old magazines and take off the cover.
Cut the cover into 9 strips about 3/4 inch wide. Leave 3 at full length, cut 1 inch off of 3 strips, 2 inches off 2 and the last piece should be 3 1/2 inches.
Then you can use double sided tape or staples to secure them into position, however my favorite and easiest way to do this is with a scrapbook brad. Twist each piece to form a loop at each end. Then staple or use double sided tape to adhere. Take the 3 1/2″ piece and form a circle, adhere with double sided tape.
This is where I use my brad. Start with the smallest piece (not the circle) and punch the brad through the center. Layering all the pieces until you’re done. Here is one half way done. When complete, secure the brad in the back. Then take your circle and adhere it to the center of the bow. Voila!
And look how cute!
Soon you’ll be looking at magazine covers in a whole new light. Just don’t let the Doctor’s office catch you ripping off all of theirs! Oh and how about using up all those catalogs you get in the mail?
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Very Cool!
LOVE this idea! Thanks for sharing Karen. Guess what my project tonight will be!!! BOWS!!!
I just made one. So easy and pretty. Thanks again.
That is so crafty to reuse that into a bow!! Great idea.
I use the whole mag! we did as a school project too.
Love this idea! Thanks for sharing and Happy Holidays!
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