You want to make hair bows but you don’t know if you're going to enjoy it or not. 

So you don't want to invest a lot of money (or time) into this project until you know for sure it's the right hobby for you.

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That's why we've put together this set of four tutorials for you.  There are others scattered around the site as well but these 4 will let you learn how to…

• Make hair bows out of fabric
• Make hair bows with tulle
• Make hair bows without sewing

These will lay the foundation of your hair bow making journey and should provide enough...

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When making your own hair bows you're going to need alligator hair clips and lots of them.  As well as some barrettes, hair bands and maybe a few combs too.

If you're just learning how to make hair bows all this stuff may sound a little overwhelming to you.   

You may be wondering if you want to I use alligator clips with teeth or without?  Or, is a barrette better for this bow or a hair band?

Don't worry, we're going to explain what all these things are and when you may want to use them.  Once you have...

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Grosgrain ribbon is your go-to ribbon for making hair bows.  Especially when you are learning. 

Because it's sturdy, inexpensive and forgiving to work with.

Easy to clean with a swish in some warm soapy water, grosgrain is a great ribbon to choose if you are making hair bows for little girls. 

It never bleeds so you can safely use multiple colors together in one project.  This makes it perfect for cheer bows because we know they're gonna get rained on.  

And that same property makes it great for bows for babies as well.  Come on, you know that bow's gonna...

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Shiny, soft and smooth satin ribbon makes lovely and interesting hair bows. 

Because of how it's made satin has a shiny side and a dull side. This two tone nature insures depth to your creation.

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Manufacturers have played up this two tone effect by making many satin ribbons different colors front and back. 

This makes it's an economical ribbon because you basically get two colors for the price of one.  And this makes it easier for a someone just learning to make hair bows because...

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Organza ribbon is the lightest of the hair bow ribbons.  Crisp, with lots of body but not as stiff as taffeta, organza makes playful and elegant bows.

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Very sheer and plainly woven it is traditionally made from silk.  Today most of the organza you see in stores is made from a synthetic fiber most likely polyester or nylon.

It comes in a wide variety of widths, colors and even some patterns.  The most common being polka dot or...

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Tulle ribbon is one of the most versatile and forgiving of all the hair bow ribbons. 

It can be used as a filler ribbon or you can make your whole bow out of it.

It's easy to use and can be whipped up into a flower in no time flat. 

Often called "shabby flowers" they are simple yet add a lot of pizzazz to your finished bow especially when centered with a pearl or other fancy gem.

It's also great for making tutus with matching hair bows!
What little girl could resist that?

You can get tulle as a fabric off the bolt and cut it to the width ribbon you want but why go to all that trouble when...

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When you use velvet ribbon in your hair bows it just screams class! 

Once considered the fabric of kings, a velvet bow brings a bit of nobility to any outfit. 

Because of it's lush, thick pile, velvet is the heaviest of the ribbons used to make hair bows. 

It holds it's shape well and doesn't crease easily making it well suited to the task.

Again, because of it's thickness, velvet ribbon is best used in slightly narrower widths than other ribbons.

It's easy to keep clean with a natural hair brush  but for stubborn stains you'll need to have it...

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Crisp, smooth and shiny taffeta ribbon is often wired so it will hold it's shape. 

This high end fabric ribbon makes excellent hair bows.

Because of it's shiny nature and how it is often tipped in gold or other metallic it is especially useful in holiday hair bows, wedding bows or any other special occasion boutique bow.

Usually Taffeta ribbon comes in solid colors the exception being gingham plaids.  On occasion you'll find a specialty pattern and these are highly prized because...

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Toddler hair bows present a unique challenge to those of you trying to gussy up your spunky little princess. 

It doesn't matter if you are learning to make them or just trying to find one that will stay put on your busy little girls head you know that dressing up a toddler requires some creative thinking.

Especially when it comes to getting a hair bow first onto their head then keeping it there.

Once children reach this stage it is their job to explore their world.  They grab and pull on everything and everything goes into their mouths.  That includes...

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A hair bow clip is either an integral part of your finished look or the basis for your own diy hair bow project.

If you're learning how to make hair bows you'll want bare clips to cover.

A great way to keep unruly locks out of your daughters eyes.  Using a clip is an easy way to spruce up her look without a lot of fuss.

Clips are also great for little girls with very little hair.  Nothing screams "GIRLY" more than a great big bow in your hair.  And with hair bow clips you don't need...

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