https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/polk-a-dot-bows • Posted by jesika_galaxia
Super easy and cute! TapeSwell packaging tape is SO PRETTY and easy to work with.
Super easy and cute! TapeSwell packaging tape is SO PRETTY and easy to work with.
Gather all of your tools. The lace pictured here was gifted to me, so I do not know what brand it is. :(
The is for a LARGE bow. Measure out 4 pieces of tape about 3 1/4"-3 1/2" long. Use the fine tip marker to mark it, if need be.
After you have the 4 pieces, take 2 of them and stick them together. The pieces need to be horizontal and the long edge should overlap about 1/4". Do the same with the other 2 pieces. You can use an xacto knife to trim up any edges and gently pop any air bubbles you might find. The tape needs to be nice and smooth.
Next cut a thin strip (about 3" long, 1/4" wide), this will be used as the center of the bow. Fold the tape sheet accordion style. Wrap the strip snugly around the center of the sheet. And you're done! :D **You can save the rest of the tape for other bows or cover the edges for a cleaner look.**
If you want to make a LITTLE bow, just cut 2 pieces of tape 2 1/4"-2 1/2" long. Assembly like the large bow and you're done! :D
I fancified (is that even a word??) most of the bows with some scrap lace I had. You add the lace between the tape.(Make sure to press hard!) You can give it a fuller lace edge or cut the lace in half for "just enough" lace.
Now that you have the bows, do whatever you want with them! Add them to a headband (my daughter the model, lol), glue it to a pin or clip, or you can thread a chain or satin necklace through it. :) Enjoy the whimsy of the bows.