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Sunday, November 29, 2009

How To Make A Tree Topper! (Bow Tutorial)

Hey guys! It's time for the tree topper post! I'm joining in on Met Monday so be sure and visit Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for a list of participants. You have got to see her post! It's beautiful!
I have had a lot of you ask me do do this post, so I'll do my best to explain it. Fist I will TRY to teach you how to make a bow. My pictures are probably not the best...Chase took most of them...lol. I am using 3 different ribbons and I will admit that using one is easier, so you might want to practice with one first. Here we go...

First, gather the ribbons in your hand and scrunch them all together.

Next...make a loop going up with the ribbons, then you will want to scrunch them together like in the picture above keeping all the ribbons lined up if you're using more than one.
Then you will go underneath and make another loop.

Scrunch.

Ok...I seem to have left out a small step here. You will need to twist all three ribbons when making this third loop. In this case, keeping the green ribbon on top. Twist to the right, make the loop going up and scrunch.

Now you will need to twist the ribbons to the right again, it was hard to get a picture of the twisting part.


Then you will make another loop going underneath and twisting again to the right keeping all the ribbons lined up.

Then you will make another loop going up, scrunching and twisting the ribbons to the right.See how the green ribbon is always on top, that's why you have to twist them to keep the right side on the top. If you are using one ribbon and both sides are the same you do not need to twist it.


When you have made as many loops as you want just tie it off with a chenille stem or a piece of wire.

Next...fluff out your beautiful bow! I added more streamers to this bow by tying them on with the chenille stem.

Tie your bow on to the tree with the chenille stem. I pushed down some of the greenery at the top of the tree so the bow would sit better.

Now for the fun stuff! I like a lot of glitter so I use glittered stars and berries. Once I get the bow all fluffed out and how I want it, I start poking stuff in the branches of the tree all around the bow. Sometimes you just have to play with it, they don't always go in where you want them to!

I found this gold money looking stuff the other day. I really like it because it's sparkly! I just poked it in around the bottom of the bow.


I bought these red glittered stars several years ago. I poked them in all around the bow as well.



I used these red glittered berries for a little more height. A few more of these and it's done!

there you have it! You can't hardly see the bow now! lol...It will look better once the tree is decorated. This can be done with just about anything you want to use. I have seen some of the neatest stuff this year, so have fun with it!

I'll show you the rest of the tree soon. Looks like I need to weave a few lights in the top of the tree! Thanks for checking out this post, I might have left something out so feel free to ask questions! Have a great week!!

102 comments:

Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart) said...

Kristen, loved reading this. Thanks for the lesson darling. Love, love, love the money stuff coming out of the top. We've had something very similar over at work and it really adds that extra punch to the top of a tree. hugs ~lynne~

Patricia @ ButterYum said...

Fantastic - thanks for sharing!

Patricia said...

AMAZINGLY gorgeous!
I LOVE this and THANK YOU for sharing!!

Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart) said...

Hi Kristen,just me again..:-)) you did an excellent job of explaining. :-)) hugs ~lynne~

Annette said...

This is gorgeous! I love it. I think I will scale back on my topper next year and try this technique. Thanks for sharing!

Four Paws and Co said...

Loved this one Kristen! It's beautiful with all the sparkly stuff. ☺♥☺

Destination Seaborn said...

Thanks for sharing! That is gorgeous! I look forward to reading your posts...you have the prettiest photo frames and ribbon projects.
QUESTION: I'm hanging a wreath from a deck rail with ribbon, where's the best place to put the bow? At the bottom of the wreath? Top of wreath? or Hook(where the wreath hangs from)? I've seen it done all ways...Thank you~Lisa

Teresa @ Grammy Girlfriend said...

Great demo.....the weird thing is we make them totally different....I never look down and and the girls always laugh because I can make do it without even looking at the ribbon....but you did a great job of explaining...I like to use 6 ribbons...and I tell everyone it is all in the HOLD....

Sandy said...

Thank you so much Kristen for sharing the tree topper with us. You are such a talented lady and you always have such creative ideas. Have fun Christmas Decorating!! Can't wait to see what you do next!

Paula@SweetPea said...

Great tutorial! You can tell that you've made many, many bows in your life. I like how you jazzed your topper up with the addition of the stars and gold circles. Very pretty!

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

Thanks for the lesson. I have done the top of the tree like this, but I see now what I have been doing wrong. You basically lay the bow on the top of the tree. I have been wiring it on the side of the top...This gives a better all around look. Thanks

Unknown said...

Thanks so much for sharing this information. What a beautiful tree topper. Can't wait to see what other wonderful projects you will have to share, I have really enjoyed seeing the trees.
You are a very creative lady.
Sandy

Confessions of a Plate Addict said...

Thanks for the tutorial, Kristen! I will be helping my daughter decorate her tree in her new home, so I needed this! Please tell Chase that he did a great job as your photographer! Happy week!...hugs...Debbie

~Kristen~ said...

Just gorgeous! And thank you so much for the tutorial. I have always wanted to be able to make pretty bows!

Kim said...

That was a great tutorial Kristen - thanks! I just use my handy-dandy Bowdabra! Ha!
Kim

Deanna said...

Dear Kristen,
Thanx for sharing this information in this post. This was great!
So festive and I like the add-ins on top.

Really neat!

God bless you this December,
d from homehaven

Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

Thanks for the great tutorial, Kristen! I am definitely going to try this as I want to put a couple of bows like this on my staircase garland. It looks like a lot of ribbon ~ would you say it's a whole roll? I'll have to post pics and thank you if I get this right. Otherwise mine will be a tutorial on what NOT to do! : )

Unknown said...

Looks Gorgeous... love the final product! I am so hands on.. I can read this and read this, and unless I am learning hands on and can actually do it.. forget it. You are so awesome for doing a tutorial though! ;)

Amy said...

Lovely and I'm going to try it. How long is the ribbon you're using?

Thanks!!

Dena Pickle said...

Love it! Thanks for the tutorial! It is gorgeous on top of your tree.

Dena

Janna said...

Kristen the tutorial was awesome. I cant wait to dig in & try it. I just found your blog & am really enjoying all of your talents.

PS just moved to Arkansas as well out near Sheridan. May have to find some of the shows you sell at. Love crafting but have'nt located to many shows yet. Still getting to know the area. :) Have a beautiful day.

Lou Cinda @ Tattered Hydrangeas said...

Pretty!!! And a great tutorial!! It is all in the HOLD! Definitely! Can't wait to see the rest of your tree!

Lou Cinda :)

Simply LKJ said...

I love bow toppers with the whimsical branches and such. I was very fortunate to have a girlfriend teach me years ago how to make a proper bow. It has saved me a lot of money over the years.

Lori said...

Thank you so much for doing this! I have always been intimidated to do more than one ribbon...I had a hard enough time with just one, but you make it look so easy! I am going to try this ASAP!

Lynn said...

Thanks for the tutorial, looks beautiful.

Melissa Miller said...

Very beautifully done Kristen! It is stunning and great step by step tutorial. LOVE it!

I'm definitely going to add something glittery to the top of my tree bows. That looks so pretty! Thank you for the wonderful inspiration. :)

KimMalk said...

How long are each of the ribbons you use? Is it 3- 10 yd. spools?
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Barbara said...

Kristen, Thanks. Ican make the bow, but needed to see the other stuff you added to the top. It is beautiful.

I have a spiral tree which is a little different to decorate than a regular tree.

If you have any suggestions, please plass them to me.
Barbara

Barbara said...

onspKristen, Thanks. Ican make the bow, but needed to see the other stuff you added to the top. It is beautiful.

I have a spiral tree which is a little different to decorate than a regular tree.

If you have any suggestions, please plass them to me.
Barbara

Lorie said...

GORGEOUS! I will be linking to this post tomorrow.

Lori said...

Another great lesson that I will have to try! I received my frame today! It is so pretty! I love it! i'm going to post where I put it soon! I'll let you know when I do. Thanks again!

KM Studios said...

awesome..thanks for sharing!!!

Risa said...

Thanks so much for this post!!! I was just going to ask you if you could lend some tree decorating tips :-) I'm going to have to get my butt to Hobby Lobby and pick up some good decorations.

Marigene said...

Thanks for the bow-making tutorial. I love the tree with the bow topper...just gorgeous!

nina@themissadventuresofnina said...

It looks amazing! I usually do a bow too, but mine don't look half as good. Thanks for the twisting tip.

Lindsay said...

Thank you so much for sharing. This will come in handy as soon as we get our tree

Tardevil said...

I'm not, but what if you're left handed?

Melissa Miller said...

Thank you for making my Santa tassel and mailing it so fast!

I got it in the mail today and just love it. It's so pretty with all the loops of ribbons. I also took a photo of it and it's in my post tonight.

Have a great day! ~Melissa :)

Moments of Grace said...

Kristen,
I am sorry it has taken me so long to respond to your kind comment.

I am interested in having a frame done in gold with red or burgundy ribbon bow. I would also like to have one done in chocolate brown with a gray-blue ribbon and my intial--M--. Please let me know if you need further information. I am also interested in a Christmas frame with a plaid taffeta bow and the words "It's Christmas and there's no place like home". thank you so much for taking on this order. I saw the ones you made for Malissa and just had to have some for myself.

Oh, and the tassels you made for Christmas--the ones with the santa on them--could you make me two of those? I have fallen in love with them.

Now, for your recent photos and tutorial. I am speechless. Your work is so breathtakingly beautiful, I find myself just going over the photos over and over again. You are soooo incredibly talented. I am enjoying your holiday decor more than I can say.

thanks for all your inspiration and photos. I am loving it.

In Grace,
Marie

Precious Gems said...

Wow that bow is incredible :)

Delchick42 said...

gorgeous!

Sue said...

We think alike! I put up a tree topper tutorial yesterday...you should take a look, I'd say we both think outside the box a bit. I love yours...I used those colors last year and I still love them. I think I'll hit the follow button...we seem to like the same things.

Sue

Anonymous said...

I was over at Melissa's and saw some of your sweet little frames and thought I would come over and say "HI"! Been so busy haven't been around to all my blogs like I would like!

Love the tree topper!

blessings
mary

Melissa Miller said...

Hi Kristen,
I hope is going well with you this week. I have been so busy trying to shop and figure out gifts for all of family. ~Whew!

Yes! I did hang up the beautiful swag you made me last year and I just love it! I have to take some more Christmas pics very soon and do another post.

Blessings my friend, ~Melissa :)

A Hint of Home said...

Hi Kristen,
Thanks for all the wonderful tips. Your decorating is amazing!
Love all the homes, trees and staircases you've done.

Melissa Miller said...

Hi Kristen,
I had a new re-design done on my blog and I made your blog my very first "Blog of the Week"! I hope it's okay with you! It's a cool new feature my husband actually thought of it last night. Check it out when you have a free moment.

Have a good weekend. ~Melissa :)

Melissa Miller said...

Wonderful Kristen! It must feel great to sell that much.

I'm so glad you like the new design. Amber's link is at the very bottom of my blog. It's calld "Spinkles On Top". She is so nice and does quick work. I do think it would be a good thing to do since you have a buisiness.

Did you see the Blog of the Week feature? He! Of course I picked your fantastic blog! I'll leave it up until a week from Sunday. :)

Miss Janice said...

Love this tutorial...thanks sooooo much! You make it look easy:)

Justine said...

Kristen, I popped over from Chris's Corner when I saw on her blog roll that you were doing a bow. Well, I think I'm more confused now than I was before I read your post! heeheeheeeeeeeeeeeee
Next time, video it. There's a great idea! I'm full of em. And it.

Justine :o )

Moments of Grace said...

Kristen,
Please go ahead with the items I requested--the frames and the Santa tassels. I am so happy you are able to do this for me. Please let me know cost and how to pay you.

Your work is so beautiful. I look forward to having it in my home.

In Grace,
Marie

Sara's Sweet Surprise said...

Kristen~ It's been awhile since I've strolled in....I took the whole summer off for a little R&R. I'm slowly making my way back, but with the holidays upon us, it takes my attention away...again.
I've missed you and all the beautiful creations you're so generous to share.
The door swags and tassels are a wonderful reflection (once again)of your incredible talent.
I went over to your Etsy shop to see your tassels and swags, but they seem to be sold out:-(

I was happy to read your hubby had a favorable outcome from his test. I hope your are feeling as well too. I'll come by more often.

Sweet holiday wishes,
Sara

Anonymous said...

Kristen ... I've been following your blog for quite some time now and wanted to say that I soooo admire your talent !! Your Christmas decorations are beautiful and your tutorials are so easy to follow ... thank you !! I'm new to the blogging world and am just now setting my blog up ... when you have time, please pay me a visit. You and I share a love for reds, golds and greens and all things decorating. I look forward to seeing more pics of your Christmas !! Take care, Becca
http://adventuresindecorating1.blogspot.com/

Anonymous said...

You are so clever...it looks great !!!

Thanks for the tips...

I can't wait to see your tree, I have been on a little bloggie break...fun catching up...

Merry Christmas,
xox Kathy :)

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Unknown said...

what was the length of ribbon you used?

Vera said...

You have given me many ideas. You are so creative. I need to find the mesh wide ribbon. Does Hobby Lobby carry it?

judy said...

Love your work. I have been a floral designer for years. I owned my own shop for over 15. You sight gets my creative juices flowing. Thank You. Christmas is when I miss my shop the most. Checking your post everyday gives me that joy back. Judy

Anonymous said...

Thanks you all the tips. Love my new topper

Anonymous said...

Doesn't anyone else think this looks ugly? It looks easy to make but also more appropriate for anything but the top of a christmas tree.

Anonymous said...

Thanks for the fantastic tutorial - I've tried all this season to figure out how to make a bow like this but no luck. I'm going to pin this to my Pinterest so next year I have the info at hand. Love your tree, especially love all the pouf coming out of the top!!!

Hugs,
Mary

Cindy said...

Thanks for your tips. I'm adding a small string of lights as I make the bow. I saw this at my dentists office and it was gorgeous. It is great to have support from talented people.

catherine said...

Excellent idea!!! What a so cute bow!!!

Anonymous said...

Are using wire ribbons? Also where are you getting th picks from, hobby lobby?

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Shelley G said...

I am wondering what length ribbons you used and approx how long the tails are.(?) I would also like to thank you for taking the time to kindly share your talent with all of us.

Kimberly said...

Thanks so much for sharing this I am horrible at bows and this made it so easy I am going to feature you on our blog thanks!

Kimberly said...

Thanks so much for sharing this I am horrible at bows and this made it so easy I am going to feature you on our blog thanks!

Tina said...

How long should the ribbon be???? So pretty

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Thank you for share this, and is easy to make it.

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Anonymous said...

Beautiful!!!! Instructions very easy to follow,thanks

Anonymous said...

What is the length of the ribbon you are using? Thank you!!

Carmen said...

I was breaking my head trying to make a topper bow for my christmas tree.Now I felt relieved of seeing how easy it was and more importantly that we can make it with things we already have. Thanks a lot

Anonymous said...

I love this tutorial,thanks for sharing.

Carmen M. said...

Thanks for sharing!!!! This is the cutest tree topper I've seen!!!! Love it

angie said...

Love your topper.....all your creations are beautiful!!!!

Sharyn said...

Are you kidding me???? This site has been on since 2009 and I'm just seeing it?!?! I hope you will be here another 5 years. I love this tree topper. Do you have pictures and lesson's on trees? I am so excited I found you! Guess what my tree will look like this year? YEP! Big bow, stars, coins and lots of glittery stuff. :-) Thank you!

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Chachi said...

I had never seen your site, but this is wonderful. Thanks for showing how to make a bow tree topper. Love it.

Betsy said...

Kristen, I have a pencil tree. When I poke the stems into the top, the stems can be seen all over the place. I wonder if I should shorten the stems. If there are too many, the tree leans. Help!

Anonymous said...

this was not helpful to me, especially because the steps are not in order.

Anonymous said...

It's best to have a video of it

stephanie said...

Just used this for a bow on my tree, thanks so much! :)

Check it out on my blog, www.Thefashionbroad.com

Unknown said...

Finally a clear easy to follow instructions without all the slow boring verbiage in a video. Thank you!

Danha' said...

so glad I found your blog, because this was the easiest directions to follow for someone who is new to the crafting world. Thanks so much.

Unknown said...

Please consider doing a topper with a Winter Wonderland theme to it. Not the entire tree, just the topper. Thanks so very much.

Anonymous said...

Where is your tree topper bow tutorial at Sue? I would love to see yours also, thanks

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  • So, my husband and I are attending a banquet this week and I realized that I don’t really have anything that qualifies as ‘cocktail party’ attire. So, ye...
    7 years ago
  • The first day of fall, where has the summer gone to? We've been in the upper 90's all week, hard to believe fall is here and yes those cold days of winter ...
    7 years ago
  • Have you seen or should I say drooled over all the blogs showing their flocked christmas trees? Well, I can say I drooled...just a bit over them! So much t...
    7 years ago
  • Hello, and Happy Valentine’s Day! I thought I’d share a couple of the Valentine’s I’ve made for my oldest granddaughter (the 5 year old). I used a couple...
    8 years ago
  • Hi there friends... Welcome back to this weeks Share Your Style Party!! ~~~~~ Our host this week is Kelly from The Essence of Home! Take it away Kelly! ...
    8 years ago
  • These closet doors are dreamy!!! *Dream Book Design *turned an unattractive closet door into something I want!!! Learn *how to build a barn door for a...
    9 years ago
  • This Miniature Pewter-Like Teapot with Lid that lifts and tilts is adorable at the height of just 1 1/2 inches tall, and matching teacup, saucer, and disp...
    9 years ago
  • *Hi! I have been decorating for Christmas this week and finished the piano so I wanted to share.This will be a short post, I am working hard to get my hous...
    10 years ago
  • I have been keeping a secret for a few months... and it has been hard not to give it away! Thank goodness I can finally tell you today!!! After 4 1/2 y...
    10 years ago
  • Hello Lovlies, You are cordially invited to join me at my new blog, Larkspur Interiors. WHEN: Now! WHERE: www.larkspurinteriors.com R.S.V.P.: Not necessa...
    10 years ago
  • It's Friday once again. Can you believe it? And it's time for another great house tour. Today we're snooping around Jenna's home at Rain On A Tin Roof. ...
    11 years ago
  • Projects, projects, do they ever end? lol There is always something to add to the list, isn't there? I had wanted to add bead board to the ends of our...
    12 years ago