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Hair bow ribbon matters because, let's face it, it doesn't matter how expertly your bow is made if you make it from the wrong ribbon.
It can also be frustrating if you do not know which type of ribbon to choose for the type of hair bow you want to make. Different types of hair bow styles need different types of ribbon to turn out the way you want. Hair bow ribbon selection is the most important factor to consider so you do not spend extra money or waste time. There are many types of hair bow making instructions that will help you on your new creative endeavor. This article will present the different types of ribbons and the qualities that go along with each. We will also provide some simple tips for selecting hair bow ribbon. There are many different types of ribbon weaves or fabrics. Each one behaves and handles differently. All of the hair bow ribbons discussed below come in a variety of widths. Jump To... |
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Taffeta
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Taffeta ribbon is soft and easy to handle. It is medium to light in weight and is smooth, crisp and shiny.
This is a fairly easy fabric to make hair bows with and it will hold its shape well. It is perfect for special occasions.
Because of it's crispness it has lots of body and is great for big hair bows and cheer bows.
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This is a fairly easy fabric to make hair bows with and it will hold its shape well. It is perfect for special occasions.
Because of it's crispness it has lots of body and is great for big hair bows and cheer bows.
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Velvet ribbon
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Velvet ribbon is also associated with holidays. It is soft, smooth and rich with a very distinctive feel.
This type of ribbon is a little heavier than most other types. It has a dense pile on one side and a plain underside.
Velvet is easy to handle. With the underside being plain, it makes a nice two-tone effect when looped.
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This type of ribbon is a little heavier than most other types. It has a dense pile on one side and a plain underside.
Velvet is easy to handle. With the underside being plain, it makes a nice two-tone effect when looped.
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tulle ribbon
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Tulle ribbon is a fine netting that is stiff, lightweight and very easy to handle.
It is versatile and will stay in its molded shape with some type of attachment. You can easily tack it down with needle and thread.
It will produce nice, fluffy hair bows. It is economical in that you do not need a lot of fabric.
It is a perfect hair bow ribbon for dance, gymnastics or piano recitals.
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It is versatile and will stay in its molded shape with some type of attachment. You can easily tack it down with needle and thread.
It will produce nice, fluffy hair bows. It is economical in that you do not need a lot of fabric.
It is a perfect hair bow ribbon for dance, gymnastics or piano recitals.
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organza ribbon
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Organza ribbon is a pretty, sheer, stiff, crisp hair bow ribbon. It is thin and has a plain weave.
You will probably need a lot of it if you want this to be the sole ribbon in your bow. Since it is sheer, it will take more ribbon to truly see the color you have selected.
With this in mind, organza is a nice compliment to another ribbon in your hair bow. This will produce a very nice and unique effect.
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You will probably need a lot of it if you want this to be the sole ribbon in your bow. Since it is sheer, it will take more ribbon to truly see the color you have selected.
With this in mind, organza is a nice compliment to another ribbon in your hair bow. This will produce a very nice and unique effect.
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grosgrain ribbon
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Grosgrain ribbon is perhaps the most popular hair bow ribbon. It is versatile and will hold its shape well. It comes in solids and patterns, is strong, firm, stiff and has a specific ribbed appearance.
The most popular thing to do with grosgrain ribbon is to produce a "korker bow."
In this technique, strips of ribbon are wound around wooden doll rods and secured with a clothes pin. They are then placed on a cookie sheet and heated in the oven for twenty five minutes at 275 degrees.
Once cooled they will be formed into permanent spirals that can be arranged together in your hair bow. They are full and fluffy and are perfect for cheer hair bows.
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The most popular thing to do with grosgrain ribbon is to produce a "korker bow."
In this technique, strips of ribbon are wound around wooden doll rods and secured with a clothes pin. They are then placed on a cookie sheet and heated in the oven for twenty five minutes at 275 degrees.
Once cooled they will be formed into permanent spirals that can be arranged together in your hair bow. They are full and fluffy and are perfect for cheer hair bows.
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Satin Ribbon
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Satin ribbon is soft with a lustrous, shiny front and a dull back side. Sometimes it can be two toned as pictured here.
It is very slippery and therefore harder to work with.
Satin is best used as a longer "streamer" coming out of the bottom of another bow for a very pretty, dramatic effect.
Perfect for weddings, bridal parties, flower girls and bouquets, it will also produce a softer, "floppy" bow if that is what you want.
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It is very slippery and therefore harder to work with.
Satin is best used as a longer "streamer" coming out of the bottom of another bow for a very pretty, dramatic effect.
Perfect for weddings, bridal parties, flower girls and bouquets, it will also produce a softer, "floppy" bow if that is what you want.
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