Ribbon crafts can be made with scraps you have lying around or full lengths your buy specifically. Plain, patterned, printed, narrow, wide, wired, burlap, old, new... ribbon crafts make use of all sorts.
1. Ribbon Bookmark
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Some ribbon crafts are just so easy. Keep your place with these cuties.
2. Ribbon Christmas Trees
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DIY Christmas tree decorations are fun and unique.
3. Beaded Ribbon Bookmarks
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You could get the kids working on these. They make inexpensive gifts.
4. DIY No Sew Pastel Ribbon Tie Tutu
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When your little princess declares her next costume must be a ballerina, you're all set with this tutorial.
5. Stick and Ribbon Tree
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Not crafty? No excuses! Anyone can tie pretty ribbons around a twig!
6. Ribbon Bauble
A cute way to dress up a plain bauble.
7. Soft Bow
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Ribbon crafts are full of great ways to make bows,
8. Wired Ribbon Flower
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You can use the flower to decorate all sorts of things.
9. Loopy Ribbon Flowers
Another ribbon flower with lots of uses if you don't want to use them for hair clips.
10. DIY Ribbon Christmas Tree -
It's always fun to do crafting for Christmas. Maybe this will be your first year to give it a go?
11. Easy Ribbon Pillow
Make the cushion cover from scratch or decorate a store bought one.
12. Ribbon Lampshade
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Customize a plain lampshade to your own color scheme.
13. Flat Ribbon Rose
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Follow the tutorial and you can make a whole garden of roses.
14. Ribbon Card
A great way to use scraps of ribbon and buttons.
15. Thanksgiving Ribbon Wreath
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Change the colors and make one for Christmas too.
16. DIY Ribbon Lamp Shade
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I bet you're already thinking about what color you could make this in? I am!
17. Make Your Own Printed Burlap Ribbon
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How fun is this?
18. Reclaimed Wood and Ribbon Star
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Make it in blue ribbon on whitewashed wood for Hanukkah.
19. Ribbon Wreath
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Easy to make if you can buy a foam wreath.
20. Hedgehog Ribbon Sculpture Hair Clip
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What little girl wouldn't love this spiky fella to keep her hair neat?
21. Easy Ribbon Wreath
Got an old wire coat hanger? Got a reel of wired ribbon? Woohoo, Craftsville here you come.
22. HOW to Tie Ribbon like a Pro
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Add some sophistication and flair to your gift wrapping.
23. DIY Easy Ribbon Butterfly
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So pretty and pretty easy to make too.
24. Ribbon Blanket
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Looking for a DIY baby gift? Does this fit the bill?
25. Ribbon Necklace
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Cutesy jewelry for your cutesy little girl.
26. Ribbon Plates
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Make a pretty presentation for bake sales and pot lucks without using your own serve ware.
27. Statement Necklace
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Make your own statement jewelry from items you already own.
28. Ribbon Bracelets
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With ribbon crafts you can make arm candy too.
29. Ribbon Wreath
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We've already seen that one of the great ways to use ribbon is for wreaths but this one helps you think about a center feature too.
30. Ribbon Topiary
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Wedding decor? Party centerpieces? Or just a pretty work of art for your home?
31. Ribbon Mobile
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Mobiles are such fun.
32. Ribbon Memory Board
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I made one of these about 20 years ago. Might do another!
33. Ribbon Baby Toy
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Ribbon crafts get more complicated when you can use a sewing machine.
34. DIY Ribbon Wands
Rekindle those childhood days when there was no such thing as video games and 24/7 cartoons. There's such joy in running without a care making your ribbons dance in the wind.
35. Ribbon Book Cover
What a cool way to personalize your journal.
Did you know there were such great ways to use ribbons? Do you have a stash just waiting for some inspiration? Hope you found some. Happy crafting.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are ribbon crafts?
- Ribbon crafts are creative projects where you use ribbons to make decorations, accessories, or artwork. You can use new ribbons or scraps from other projects.
- Do I need special tools to work with ribbons?
- Most ribbon crafts require only simple tools like scissors, glue, and sometimes a needle and thread. Some might need more, like wire for shaping or a sewing machine, but it depends on the project.
- Can I use any type of ribbon for my crafts?
- Yes, you can use different types of ribbon depending on what you are making. Satin, grosgrain, and lace are some common choices, but feel free to experiment with what you have.
- What can I make with ribbon scraps?
- Ribbon scraps are great for small projects like hair accessories, embellishing cards, making jewelry, or decorating gift packages. Be creative and think of ways to use small pieces!
- How do I prevent ribbon edges from fraying?
- You can prevent fraying by using a lighter or a fray check liquid to seal the edges. Just be careful and use these methods in a well-ventilated area.
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