DIY Bow Holder

I started making bow holders about a year and a half ago when I found out one of my best friends was having a baby girl.  They soon became the perfect gift to give expectant mothers along with some handmade bows.  Now that I’m having a little girl of my own, I’ve been on a mission to create different things to match her nursery.  One of the first projects on my list was a bow holder.  I didn’t want to do the typical monogram because the space I planned on hanging it was pretty big.  So, I decided to do a framed monogram look. I love how it turned out and even more now that it’s filled with bows.  The only thing I need is a little princess to put them on!

Materials:
1 square wood frame (mine was from Hobby Lobby, but can be found at most craft stores).
1 monogram letter to go on the top.  Make sure it’s not too much smaller than the frame and definitely not bigger.  (Michaels is where I found mine).
Acrylic Paint to match the nursery or color scheme you’re going for
Matching Ribbon (Grossgrain is preferred, bows slip off the rest)
Hot Glue
Mod Podge


Directions:

Paint the wood frame the color of your choice.  Here is where you can be as creative as you wish.  Think of fun patterns or keep it simple.  It’s up to you.  
After the wood frame is painted, brush over it with a layer or two of Mod Podge.  Make sure to get the sides as well, they will be visible.  
After the Mod Podge is dry, hot glue the monogram to the frame.  My “A” already came white, or else I would have painted and sealed it first.  
To finish it off, hot glue a ribbon loop to the top of the frame.  I used about 8 inches for the loop and glued a bow I made to the tippy top for an added touch.  
Lastly, using more matching ribbon, glue about 20 inches to the bottom of the holder.  I usually glue it in a loop and cut it at the bottom to create two straight lines of ribbon, which leaves two places to hang bows.  A final touch is to seal the ends with heat from a lighter. 


If you have any questions, let me know.  If you make a holder of your own, please share!

Scrapbook Bow Holder Tutorial

Every little princess needs a place to hang all of her gorgeous bows and I've got just the creation.  There are so many different types of bow hangers out there, I've decided to share my scrapbook hangers with you today.  The scrapbook hangers are made with scrapbook paper and take less than an hour to make.  What I love about it, is that you can choose the perfect paper to match your little girls bedroom or bathroom.  

Materials: 

Wooden Letter

Acrylic Paint

Paint Brush

Mod Podge

Scrapbook Paper

Ribbon

Hot Glue 

Step 1: Start with a plain wooden letter. Paint the back a color of your choice.  

Step 2: Then, paint the edges and a bit of the front.  Just incase your paper doesn't match perfectly you won't see the plain wood. 

Step 3: Grab some coordinating scrapbook paper.  Trace the letter on the paper.  

Step 4: Cut out the letter.  

Step 4: Cover the painted wooden letter with Mod Podge.  Start with the back and move to the front.  The Mod Podge on the front will adhere the scrapbook letter.  

Step 5: Place the scrapbook paper onto the wooden letter.  Press it down on all sides to get rid of little air pockets.  Then, cover the front (scrapbook paper) with Mod Podge.  So, you would have painted Mod Podge on the back, then front of wood, then on top of the scrapbook paper.  

Step 6: Hot glue ribbon on the bottom in a loop.  I usually use 20 inches of thick grosgrain ribbon.  

Step 7: Glue a smaller piece of ribbon to the top in the shape of a hoop.  This is how your holder will hang on the wall.  Add ribbons or little accessories to dress it up a little more.   

Here are some of the finished products!  If you're interested in ordering one, visit Simply Made with Love. 

Flower Clip Tutorial

Sweaty Headbands

I love wearing my Sweaty Bands when I workout.  They are the ONLY headbands that stay on my head without me having to readjust.  I bought too many at the expo show for my half marathon.  After a little examining, I decided I could make them myself.  So, I did a little research.  Found a tutorial.  Tested it out. Had myself a new sweaty band.  The tutorial I followed used a sewing machine for the bands.  Next time, I think I'm going to try some fabri-tac on the ribbon and just stitch the ends.  I'll let you know how that turns out.  For now, go here to find the tutorial I followed.  Go get sweaty!

Bow Holders

Now that I am spending a lot of time making bows, it only makes sense to have somewhere to put them. What I love about this creation is that they can be personalized. I'm going to start selling my bow creations soon and think I'm going to add these to my inventory.

Materials:
1 piece of ribbon, cut to the length of your choice (my preference is 20in-30in)
1 D ring- I used 1 1/4in.
hot glue
Wood decoration for child's initial or name (I find these at craft stores and they go on sale often & they are painted already)
Directions:
1. Fold ribbon over D ring and glue.
2. Personalize the wood decoration with initial or name of choice. I used a new Sharpie paint pen, LOVED it!

3. Glue wood decoration onto the ribbon. I've made one with the D ring hanging out and another hiding it behind the wood. I recommend putting the glue on the wood and positioning from there.
4. Fray check the ends of your ribbon, let dry.

Hair Bows #2

My obsession with making hair bows continues with this new style. I'm still getting used to this one and am having a little trouble with making it all center. Nonetheless...I think it's super cute and can't wait to make more. The tutorial for this bow can be found here. Happy Crafting!

Hair Bows

One of my students came to school last week with an adorable bow in her hair. During recess I ask her if I could look at it. I took some pictures with my phone and was surprised at how easy it looked to create. When I got home, I did a little google search and came across this great tutorial. I absolutely love the bows I created that night and have been obsessed ever since. I've made multiple trips to local craft stores for different ribbon and have even learned some new techniques. My husband has had a lot of video game time this week thanks to this new love. I'm looking very forward to this upcoming Sunday when mom comes over to craft & create with me!

Fabric Flower Headbands

I'm still on a headband kick and have spent lots of time researching and trying out different techniques. I found this one on a blog and tried it out. What I love about it is that you don't have to have a sewing machine. I used hot glue for the entire thing. This is where I found the tutorial. I tried thick and thin braids and loose and tight braids...to me they all worked. It just depends on the look you're going for. I made headbands and little clips with the braided flowers.