Learn to Make Hair Bows – The Korker Bow with Grosgrain Ribbon

korker_bowsYou can make hair bows using headbands, alligator clips, and even elastic bands to create a ponytail holder! You can make hair bows for cheerleaders. Cheerleaders love them because they add a little more bounce to their already spirited routine. You can make hair bows with korker ribbons for small children and even babies. Korker bows add a little flair and extra cuteness to those already cheek pinching outfits. Learning how to make bows with korker ribbons can quickly become an addicting new hobby. Once you have the routine down, you can make hair bows your way– customizing and perfecting!

Things you need:
30-50 2-1/2″ Korker Ribbons
Needle and Thread
Clear Nail Polish or Lighter
Alligator ClipHeadband – Elastic Band – Barrette (choose only one for your hair bow)

Things you do:
1. To make hair bows using korker ribbon, you will first need to refer to our previous blog with step-by-step instructions on how to make korker ribbons.
2. Once you have created enough korker ribbons you are ready to make hair bows! First, you will need to cut your korker ribbons into 2-1/2″ (this will depend on how big you want your bow) pieces. You will need between 30 and 50 pieces (this will also depend on full you would like your bow) for a bow. Be sure to add a little clear nail polish or burn the ends with a lighter so that you can prevent fraying.
3. Thread your needle and begin threading on the korker ribbons. You can also try laying your korker ribbons into a pile over the center of the thread and tie a tight knot over the korker ribbons. Threading the korker ribbons will ensure that they stay put.
4. Continue threading your ribbons onto the thread until you are satisfied. Once your are finished threading the ribbons on, tie the thread off.
5. Finally, cover the metal of your alligator clip with a matching ribbon. Add the ribbon to your alligator clip with just a dab of hot glue. Then add your alligator clip to the back of the korker bow using a little bit of hot glue. If are wanting to add your korker bow to a headband, just simply glue the bow to the band or you can sew the korker bow to the headband. To make a ponytail holder with your korker bow, just thread the elastic band before you start threading the korker ribbons on. If you went with the “pile and knot” method, just string your thread through the elastic band before you lay down your korker ribbons.

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4 Comments

  1. Nevermind!! Thank you! I rewatched it and heard the temp. Thank you do much, I can’t wait to do these!!

    1. The dowel rod was 12 inches long, but this shouldnt matter too much when youre making your korkers because it just depends on how long wish for them to be personally. But I hope this helps!