Christmas Funky Bow Tutorial 2018

In this Funky Bow Tutorial 2018, I show how I take 3 different ribbons and make a beautiful custom funky bow for my Christmas decor. I show how easy and inexpensive it is to make a bow using the Funky Bow technique.
I cut 3 different ribbons 28 inches long and chevron the ends of the ribbons.
Fold ribbon into and make a loop (bow) that is 5 inches long this will give you 10 inch tails.
If you do not have double sided ribbon twist the back ribbon forward.
Alternate the direction of the loops (bows) turn one right side up and the next one down until you run out of ribbon.
You can have 3 ribbons going one way and then alternate the next 3 ribbons. However, alternating the ribbons gives a much prettier bow I think.
You can use all the same ribbon if you want.
Take a chenille tie and put it around the ribbons twisting tightly in the back.

[@derail6969]

Four a solid 5 years I have not been able to make a bow to save my life and for the first time ever I made it and I’m in SHOCK !! I did it!! It’s perfect!!! Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!!!!!!! You are forever my craft sister 😊😊😊

[@kimtompkins7969]

I love this tutorial. Beautiful bow! Thank you for sharing! I'm going to use this technique with my Bow Dabra because I have arthritis in both thumbs and index fingers so holding it I could never do. Thanks again!

[@helenkobold705]

Absolutely love the bow. It is fun and whimsical. Thanks for posting

[@amyvoss1976]

Thank you so much for this! I was able to make an amazing Xmas bow for my lantern in about 12 minutes. I wish I could post a pic of it for you to see! Your method is the only one I’ve been successful with! So much better than messing with my wooden bow maker or pinching and twisting the old fashioned way for 20 minutes only to drop half of it. Also, your way makes it way easier to fluff the bow. Thanks again!

[@deidremaston2869]

I got it! I was so confused with the other tutorials I watched. You made it clear. Thank you.

[@mackinacdog]

Gorgeous funky bow! Love your color combination...

[@TheGrandmomma1]

That has to be the most prettiest bow I have ever seen. I so ejected watching you place it together. I haven't made one since I was a girl but never quite so lovely as yours! Thank you for sharing

[@joymahan2157]

Seriously, this is the best funky bow tutorial I have watched. Thank you.

[@rebbro1087]

Thank you for sharing “How to make your beautiful bow. It’s beautiful just beautiful.

[@albynmouse3551]

The best "FUNKY" bow making ever! Great job❤👍❤!

[@jemery7306]

I made bows yesterday from your tutorial yesterday. I used my bow maker to hold everything in place. They are the most prettiest bows ever! Thank you!!!

[@shirleylynch3150]

great bow but love how you showed how easy .Nice job ,, .

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

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[@chadwicktl]

Love your tutorial. It truly is the easiest way I’ve seen to make a bow like yours. I love it! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@deniseborchardt4491]

I have made bows before but it wasn't looking right so did a search here. I was trying 3 colors together already, so this video was perfect .It turned out great-thanks! I don't want to be one of those people who don't follow the recipe [haha] but made a few tweeks in case others are interested. I ended up with 3 pieces left [1 of each color] in the end, so just added those in. I needed the scale of my bow a hair bigger so did 6 inch loops.Thanks again for making it so easy and soooo cute!

[@silviaperdomo8215]

What a great technique for a FABULOUS bow!

[@hollyyoung649]

Omgosh ive been watching bow tutorials all day and this is the easiest! Thank you!

[@irmatorres9607]

Loooove this gorgeous bow. Making some for me and my family!

[@jeannemoellendick8173]

Enjoyed seeing how to make such a simple, but beautiful bow!!!

[@debrahinson1063]

Love this!! Thank you so much for your lesson on the bow!! I will definitely try this. Also, I’ll watch this a few more times just to be sure!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@gloriamachado882]

BEAUTIFUL!! FUNKY BOW, THANK YOU SO MUCH I THINK I FINALLY LEARNED HOW TO MAKE A BEAUTIFUL BOW!! THANKS TO YOU!! LOVE IT!!❤💚❤💚❤

[@lendypearson8888]

How many loops ?

[@charlottemurphy3908]

The best one I have seen so far. Great job. Charlotte in Arkansas

[@mistystone5895]

Just happened upon your tutorial. Love the bow, so pretty! I will have to try this myself. Thank you!!

[@wandagassaway1693]

Your bows are amazing& I love watching you make them.

[@southernbelle193]

Love your colors....shape is good as well BUT sooooo many ends. You could actually have a few more loops and less ends. I worked for a gift basket company for ten years. Customers would bring in their ribbon for me to make their bows. The owner charged them $6 just for me to make them with customers own ribbon. I made hundreds of bows from early November until Christmas. I love bows .....

[@1daffodill]

Hey I always come back each year for a quick tutorial update for my funky bows for each Christmas. Love this bow

[@annierhodes483]

Thank you showing this how to bow making. Just love this. 👏

[@tonyadaisyjoy74]

I love your funky bow!! It’s so gorgeous and love the combination of patterns. Thank you for sharing. Have a blessed day!

[@86Mechelle]

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[@tmcginnis21144]

This very day I needed to make a bow and you popped up out of the blue! So easy to follow this way Thank you!! Beautiful!

[@maryanneprice9139]

I absolutely love this bow!! Very “Funky “!!

[@rickybrinson750]

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[@kosmokid8390]

Oh Thank you my dear for sharing your very detailed tutorial on making a “funky bow” It’s so easy and I can’t wait to make one. May God Bless you you and your family. Have a blessed day 🙏 Kelly from California 😎

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Hi Kelly! I know your funky bow will be beautiful! God bless you and your family too. Take care. :-)

[@natalie73animals]

That bow is so pretty! Thank you for showing us how to make it!

[@Mixdplate]

Such a fun & festive bow!! Thank you!!

[@ragdadtx1835]

Thanks for patiently and methodically going step by step through the process. I have NEVER made a bow EVER. And, the two I made for some Christmas lanterns actually turned out very nice. I'm not ashamed to display them this holiday season...lol

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Hi, oh I’m so happy! I hope you have a very merry Christmas! Xoxo

[@eleanorrkuntzi6422]

Love the bow - it turned out so pretty.

[@x2fishy346]

Thanks Maggie! You inspire and not to fear attempting to make this funky bow! You did make it easy! I'm goingcto try and do one this Xmas. Wish me luck!

[@virginiamercun9597]

The blend of different bows is really pretty. I would love to do this for my mailbox.

[@golisland]

Beautiful. Great choice of ribbon.

[@belligirl21]

Spectacular! I can’t believe how pretty your bow turned out 🥰!

[@dell4277]

REALLY PRETTY BOW!! IM GLAD YOU SHOWED US HOW

[@brendadallas9006]

Beautiful bow.Love those ribbons .Thank you !

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

You are very welcome I’m happy that you enjoyed the video! Take care. :-)

[@graciejb1]

Thank you so much for showing how to make a beautiful "funky" bow. I never would have thought of a different ribbon loop on each side. You really are a good instructor. Am doing Christmas wreaths, etc now and can hardly wait to try this

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Thank you so much for all the sweet comments! Enjoy! Xoxo

[@1daffodill]

Thanks for the tutorial. Funky Bow looks great

[@maehaines8294]

Always wanted to make this kind of bow - it's beautiful - looks easy thank you!

[@RARenni62]

Beautiful! I love your bows. Thank you for sharing!

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

You’re very welcome I’m happy that you enjoyed the video! Take care. :-)

[@jamesredd7416]

I love watching I've been making both since I was 10 and I'm 68 my grandmother taught me years ago but I love this new funky bow because you can use scraps and things like that and just do all kinds of things you never know what you're going to end up with but your bow is absolutely gorgeous I love the combination of all three of the designs in the ribbon and yes I agree I used to have to use it no wired ribbon in it it's not the same it is absolutely beautiful

[@minervavidal6055]

Absolutely beautiful!! Thank you!

[@annacaddell7849]

This is a really gorgeous bow Pretty Lady! I will try it even if it cramps my hand! Awesome job. Thank you for the tutorial and God's Blessings.

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

I’m so happy that you enjoyed the video! It is the easiest way I know to make a beautiful bow. Take care and God bless. :-)

[@lizditomaso256]

Excellent demo...awesome bow!

[@ellabransford2620]

A very good demonstration of a funky bow thank you so much may God continue to bless you and your family from your friend Ella from Tennessee:-).

[@carmenryan8108]

I love it! The colors are awesome! I need one.🥰🌻

[@jadestone8552]

Beautiful funky bow! I am so happy you shared this. I have never been able to make bows! You are talented. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Oh, I’m so happy that you liked it! This is truly the easiest way I know to make a beautiful bow. Take care. :-)

[@orkids5551]

Beautiful bow.. love 💕 it. You’re right, you made it so simple to follow. Thanks for sharing. So glad I came across your channel.

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

I’m so glad you loved my bow! It truly is the easiest way I know to make a beautiful bow. I’m so glad that you found my channel too! Take care. :-)

[@orkids5551]

Got 3 ribbons from Costco , made 1 funky now & its sooo gorgeous!! Love it. Thanks again for the excellent tutorial. I’m making a lot for my wreaths. More blessings to you. .

[@brendaroper6846]

love it ! you made making a bow seem very simple !

[@jamesredd7416]

I'm more or less retired now but I used to that was my signature was making bows big little it didn't matter what kind it didn't matter and of course I did them all by hand no machines no anything but I love your crazy so I forget what you called it but I really do enjoy watching you and I liked your presentation thank you for sharing happy holidays

[@dianafeliciano741]

PRETTY !! Thanks for sharing!!🙏👍

[@carolynnkinser792]

Gorgeous bow. You make it look so easy. Thanks for instructions. Hope you're feeling better. Merry Christmas!

[@janedoe9421]

Sweet funky bow💓💓love it!! Thank you for instructions 👍👍

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

I’m so happy that you loved it! Take care. :-)

[@mildredjeff5024]

I like the fact you don't have to purchase anything but the ribbon. Most of these videos require bow makers, etc. I usually only decorate for the Christmas season and dont want to make bows the rest of the year. I know I can do this.

[@joannturner7537]

I love this bow! So Pretty!

[@cmcclure67]

I love your funky bows! Thank you for sharing a DIY on making them 😊🎄🎁🎀🎀🎀

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

You are very welcome I’m so happy that you love my bows! Take care. :-)

[@delsy_222]

Great Tutorial!! Thank you for the simplicity. Now finger's and toes crossed that this can be accomplished on my side of the end and that this bow does not end up like a scrambled egg. Lol.

[@NikiXBeauty]

Beautiful job TFS!!!! 💕

[@wanettahudson8375]

Love the way you make your bows learned a new way . Thank you much

[@mlm7598]

Love this, very festive and so easy to follow your instructions. You are such a natrual. Loved this......thank you for sharing! Blessings :)

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Oh, thank you so much for the sweet comments! I’m so happy that you loved it! Take care. :-)

[@soniacruz9607]

Beautiful, thank you so much for the tutorial. God bless

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

I’m so happy that you enjoyed the video! Take care and God bless. :-)

[@susanedgar2029]

This bow is gorgeous!! Thank you for giving us tips that are easy and don’t make it look like it’s killing your hands to make it!! You always have such good tips! 😍🙏😃😃

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Hi, I’m glad you enjoyed the video! You are so sweet! Xoxo

[@arlenesouppa3799]

You are very clear in your instructions, this is very helpful. Thanks for a great video.

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Oh I’m so glad that you enjoyed the video! Take care. :-)

[@sindylefebre7536]

Love it. All your videos are very instructional and wonderful.

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Thank you so much for your sweet comments! Take care. :-)

[@JoseGarcia-nt6vr]

Lovely teacher, MsxMahnolia, just wonderful bow and very easy to understand you. God bless you always. Happy Thanksgiving! A friend from Texas, almost 80 years old and still learning!!!

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Hi, you are so sweet! I’m glad you enjoyed the video and found it helpful! Take care my friend. Tawnyah Xoxo

[@MariaFlores-ql1rg]

Wow you make it so doable how to do gorgeous bows. Thanks for teaching us and sharing your creative talent.

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

It truly is the easiest way I know to make a beautiful bow! Take care. :-)

[@shannontorrelli3543]

Love it!! Beautiful!!

[@darlenemullins]

I love your funky bow. Thank you for showing us how to make it. ❤️😊

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

You are very welcome I’m so happy that you enjoyed the video! Take care. :-)

[@1120jsp]

Absolutely love your tutorial!! You’ve gone into my favorites.

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Aww, thank you! 😘🐕

[@barbarakozlowski2642]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I have been watching so many videos on making a bow and I finally found one that I actually could see up close and was explained so well.

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Aww, thank you so much for the sweet comments! Glad I could help! :)

[@pampreast9921]

I love this way to make bows. They turned out great....TFS

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

It is such an easy way to make a beautiful bow! Take care. :-)

[@nichmon3221]

It's definitely beautiful!

[@ginajames3482]

Wow, you just blew all the others on here as I live in a hospital bed in my apartment due to a house fire in Jan. 19th of 2018 after loosing my husband exactly one week after Thanksgiving 2017, unexpectedly! and lived in a shelter for 8 mth's. after the fire where I lost all the trees and years of collecting ornaments as I decorated every room in the house even small themed trees in my bathrooms! Since then I haven't thought about even putting up a tree..till the year but on what I make a month i'd never be able to afford even a tree and the ornaments and lights, but I sit here on a laptop that a friend traded my kitchen aide mixer 1 of the few things to be in the cabinets to survive the fire and all I have done since fall is to watch videos of the beautiful things that they have made constantly and ... my Beautiful one not one comes close to your beautiful bows that I so wish, I am not sure why that I too long to have a tree and so many of the beautiful things I have watched you make i find myself wanting to also make this year! I never know how to do like I used to do hitting all the deals at Micheal's and Hobby lobby and after Christmas I'd have everything I was waiting on to go on clearance at Pier One but today i can't see any of it happening again however i wanted you to know that I crown you the classest and the best at following through on a thought ...until that though was a beautiful finished project! God bless you and all those that you hold dearest to your heart and "MERRY CHRISTMAS"!

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Thank you so much for the sweet sweet comments! I am so sorry for all your loss it breaks my heart. I pray that everything works out wonderful for you. You are such a sweet sweet person. I will definitely keep you in my prayers. Take care and God bless. Hugs :-)

[@margedoidge8973]

Your bow is very pretty. The first time I saw the funky bow made was a couple of years ago by Julie Simaco.

[@sgoins9629]

I love the ribbon you used. Thanks for the tutorial!

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Thank you so much! Take care. :-)

[@lisalee-lee235]

You are AWESOME! I have been wanting to make these bows for so long...Thank you SO MUCH!❣️

[@rosepimentel8856]

I love the ribbons you used. Where can I get those pretty ribbons?

[@brendalopez2531]

Ohhhh I love it!! Thank you so much for sharing !!!

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Oh I’m so happy that you love to my bow! Take care. :-)

[@bwynn3296]

Oh how I love this bow. You make it look easier than I have seen from others.

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

It truly is the easiest way I know to make a beautiful bow. Take care. :-)

[@lindakelly6444]

So beautiful, Tawnyah!! Your ribbon color choices were spot on. I love it. Tfs this tutorial. Take care👍😁❤

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Thank you so much Linda! I’m happy that you enjoyed my funky bow tutorial. Take care. :-)

[@earleenwinters638]

OMG! Finally a bow that I can make and it's awesome! Thank you so much. You're easy to understand. The first bow that I made looked great. I'm so grateful for your video.

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Hi, I’m so glad that I could help! It truly is the easiest way I know to make a beautiful bow. Take care. :-)

[@megankirkland7456]

I am excited to try this. Thanks!!!

[@mainaccount1029]

Love this bow! These are my color for my Christmas theme. Wish I would have found this video before I made my bows. Now I know. Thanks again

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Hi, I love these colors for Christmas so pretty! It truly is the easiest way I know to make a beautiful bow. Take care. :-) ❄️☃️

[@rondisalgado7097]

Absolutely stunning... thank you so much!

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Oh, thank you so much! Take care. :-)

[@patriciaarrance790]

Lovely so clear instruction🥰

[@TheMmk88]

Best ONE YET !!! You are Wonderful and you did this Gorgeous Fun wreath!!! Now I think I can do this !!!! Thank You !!!

[@TheMmk88]

I wanted to say, Bow for a wreath !!!

[@feismom21]

This really works!! I’m lousy at bows. I even got a machine to help. No luck. Tried this method and I made an absolutely gorgeous bow first time out!

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Aww, I am so glad! 😘🐕

[@ginabg37]

Beautiful ribbon. TFS. 😊

[@fritzalot]

This bow is so festive, I love it❣️

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Thank you so much it’s definitely one of my favorites! XOXO

[@teresasimmons6768]

So Beautiful ❤ Thanks for sharing this tutorial ❤

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

You are very welcome I’m happy that you enjoyed it! Take care. :-)

[@elainemcneese2957]

I finally understand how to make a bow. I have watched so many videos. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Aww, you are very welcome! Glad I could help! 😘🐕

[@elainemcneese2957]

@@TheMagnoliaHousewife I'm all set.

[@a.paigewhaley637]

I love these bows! I didn't have 3 different patterns at the same time but made one with 1 pattern and a couple with 2 patterns. Anyway, it works great and looks great too! Thanks!

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

I am so glad! It is so easy to make. Take care. :)

[@christinejones5149]

Beautiful! Love it. Tfs. Happy Holidays!

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Thank you so much I’m happy that you love it! Happy Holidays to you too! Take care. :-)

[@lisamacon744]

Thank you for your wonderful instructions!

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

You are very welcome I’m glad you enjoyed the video! Take care. :-)

[@tammyc1903]

Beautiful bow. You need a bow maker (I think that’s what it’s called). It holds the bow for you so your hands are free to make loops.

[@MsMacswell1]

Wow! Cool and easy technique. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@TheMagnoliaHousewife]

Thank you! It truly is the simplest way to make a beautiful bow. Take care. :)

[@stephaniehillman2455]

Hi Tonya, I just found your 2018 Bow making with Christmas Ribbon and found it very helpful. I seem to have a hard time making pretty bows for Christmas Wreaths and other crafts too , so this was a big surprise to have found this episode. I also watched your Christmas tasting candy episode of 2021, Maggie looks so cute in her elf sweater, and i am amazed how she loves wearing it. Most Dogs would want to pull it off! I find all of your topics fun and interesting to watch. Maggie is a cut up who always makes me laugh. Looking forward to more DIYs with Christmas and other holidays too.