As a Paper Source employee, my friends and family expect the gifts I give to be wrapped in a creative, interesting way. Here, I did just that, taking some great new holiday 12×12 to make this whimsical bow.
The nice thing about 12×12 is that most of the sheets are double-sided (they are also very inexpensive), and this bow takes advantage of both sides.
To start, cut the 12×12 into six even strips. Next, use a 1/8″ hole punch to put a small hole in one end of each strip. Then use a bone folder and curl the strips in different directions. The final step is to put all of the strips on a brad and fan them haphazardly in various directions. What’s great is that once the paper is attached with the brad, it is really easy to adjust the bow.
(For other bow ideas, check out our How to Tie the Perfect Bow and How to Tie a Square Knot tutorials.)
–Ryan, Paper Source Bethesda Store
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Great idea Ryan! I need to come to the Bethesda Store!
This looks so cool! Thank you for sharing this fantastic idea!
This bow changes a gift from ordinary to extraordinary! I’m excited to use it not just on holiday gifts but for birthdays and other gifts throughout the year. What a creative idea!
I am always looking for ways to add a touch of something to my gifts, other than standard ribbon. Thanks for this. I LOVE IT!