Make Gift Bows from Paper - Cut with a Cricut or by Hand!

[@kelath5555]

Thank you so much! I made a GIANT paper bow. Your instructions couldn't be clearer! people were totally impressed at how big and colorful it was. And it came together so fast! I used glue to secure everything rather than a brad, and it still worked perfectly (I just blocked the holes with little pieces of tape). I used scrapbooking paper that was white on one side, and I used a different color for each layer of bow. It was a gorgeous effect! It's the only way I'll make bows from now on.

[@JenniferMaker]

That is SO awesome to hear! And what a great use of you creativity! I love to hear when people take our projects and make them their own!!! 😍

[@babsherrin8954]

WOW! I didn't realize how easy a bow was to make! Love the idea! Thank you for showing this technique.

[@mary-car]

Love these, Jennifer. And if you can’t get out to get brads, you could make your own with a small button and some floral wire. That way its as long as you need it to be

[@sumla2010]

I ended up skipping ahead in my assembly (I was in a hurry) and assembled my first bow the wrong way, but it also turned out cute, so I just left it that way. I ended up making some bows the "happy accident" way and some the original design. It was great to have two different bows. I used 65lb two-color double sided card stock. Thanks for sharing.

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so happy you were able to make it work!! 😊🌻

[@85vzap91]

I was just thinking i needed to figure a way to make big bows!! You are in all our heads ♡ love this! You're the best!

[@mchelle1872]

I'm so glad I found this video! I can't wait to make my own bows!

[@bamamagnet007]

You have the best ideas. I can't wait to make my own bows!

[@OneStopTC]

Yet again! Exactly what I was just thinking earlier - Bat signal - THANK YOU!!!

[@FionaJM65]

I have watched all of your videos and now commenting as I did not realize to comment here also. I have always wanted to make my own bows and now I look forward to making my own, thank you so much

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY! Thanks so much for being here! Best of luck on your bows!

[@FionaJM65]

@@JenniferMaker Thank you :)

[@cindymartinez6470]

Just found your channel, I'm loving it already. Thanks so much. I already subscribed to your channel, your so generous.

[@suesmith4681]

Love it love it - thank you so much great idea....we have so many options...colours...paper...and adding names - patterns - etc etc... Thank you again....really enjoying your videos and learning lots too

[@cathymiller4489]

Yes! I want to make a paper bow. Another amazing video!

[@JrzyJewells]

These are so great!

[@ginettelegendre4024]

Great work Jennifer . I love it so much. Thank you for sharing.

[@debbieguenther451]

Love the bow with the little cut outs!

[@JenniferMaker]

Isn't it so cute?

[@alicerogers4420]

Thank you so much for the tutorial it sure does help. I love your video's. Thanks for all you do!

[@cindiloo4468]

Would have never guessed it would be that easy. Love it!

[@JenniferMaker]

Easy-peasy! ;-)

[@JaimeThomas]

I had no idea I could do this Jennifer..thank you so much

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@debblws1961]

Oh my goodness I love these.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks Debbie! I hope you enjoy making them as much as I do! :)

[@Elvis2Kitty]

This is so clever!!!! I'll definitely try these. Thank you!

[@CherylJ2023]

Thank you Jennifer Maker❤🌻

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so very welcome!✨

[@traceyauger9639]

Oh so pretty!

[@n3rdygrl]

Clever! It might be easier to use brads from the office supply section from Wal-Mart but it might mean needing to make the holes slightly larger

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes, in retrospect I wish I'd gone to an office supply store rather than a craft store for my brads! The holes won't need to be larger, though -- the brads will push right through so long as there is a starter hole. :)

[@Walmart]

Good suggestion! 😁🎁

[@jojo21609]

Thank you for this awesome tutorial!

[@JenniferMaker]

You're very welcome! 🌸

[@carmenymigue2010]

What should I do without you and your channel???? ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@JenniferMaker]

Awwww...thanks!

[@nancyholston6746]

I've shared your name and tutorials with several friends. They love you too!

[@JenniferMaker]

AWE... Thank you for all the love and shares! :-)

[@christennacarr2917]

You are a fricken genius!

[@peanut0426]

LOVE THESE!! Thank you!!

[@MelissaRodriguez-ut2mb]

So cool! Thank you so much for taking the time to create and share your projects! I'm going to try this with some swan patterned paper I have! You're the best!

[@JenniferMaker]

Awww...Thanks so much! Happy to help!

[@traciehaefer8906]

Love this. Very pretty BOWS❣️

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you! :)

[@bernielove49]

I love these bows thank you

[@verityhammersley3876]

OMG I am in love with these!!

[@melindamcculloch141]

Another awesome video - thank you!

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you enjoyed it, Melinda! You are welcome! 😍

[@caroled7949]

I love these! So beautiful!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you! :)

[@bearenteria7607]

Thank you for your amazing tutorials!! i am curious, have you used your cricut to cut grosgrain ribbon?

[@laurascurto2289]

Super cute! BOW

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you! :-)

[@denisesoloko1709]

Great demo! BOW

[@sharonlamendola7421]

So cool!! Thank you 🌻😊

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome, Sharon! 😍

[@ronaldlouk2958]

love these

[@JenniferMaker]

Yay! :)

[@charlottesilber1687]

so cute. Thank You, Happy Holidays

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks! Happy Holidays to you! :)

[@lorigovert9736]

great to know if I need a bow!

[@teresawilson3316]

Thanks s much Jennifer. I Had made a bow before I saw this video. I didn't do it the way you did. But, it still looked fine. Please tell my why you put the scotch tape on the "pinwheels" Before making the bow?

[@JenniferMaker]

Wonderful! It is just a personal preference.

[@almadodd9775]

So cute ❤️these

[@johnsonandsorensens789]

AWESOME!

[@JenniferMaker]

:-) Thanks!

[@tammysmith8734]

Can you use wrapping paper to make the bows?

[@JenniferMaker]

Totally! Several people have already done it. I wish I'd thought to do it for the video!

[@lisatinker3252]

Has anyone tried using the Cricut Party Foil to make a bow? Wondering if it will work? Got party foil in a recent mystery box.

[@lindsaywebb4947]

Love these! Do you have any more projects that I could do by hand? I am dying to start making your projects but I am not able to buy a cricut yet.

[@JenniferMaker]

I have a lot of projects that can be done by hand. Mostly the paper ones. Check them out here: jennifermaker.com/papercrafts/

[@wissaaguayo]

Can you use gift wrap paper? You know those little scraps that are left over!

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes, you can!

[@janbaker9418]

Have a question can’t download the file as a svg file for my design space

[@JenniferMaker]

This may help. jennifermaker.com/the-joy-of-svgs-training-series

[@sergioisuhmazin]

I tried to resize it, but it won’t separate it onto different mats. And when I make it bigger it takes away the option for 8.5x11, am I doing something wrong?

[@JenniferMaker]

You can change the color of one to be cut on another mat.

[@KristenCenci]

Would wrapping paper work for these?

[@JenniferMaker]

You could try it! I would suggest trying it with a heavy weight wrapping paper. Thin paper can rip very easily.

[@iluvmakeup418]

I love this idea. However, when I went to your website to download the file I could not get it to download in svg therefore I could not get it to upload in CDS :(

[@JenniferMaker]

I promise the SVG is in the zip archive. What files did you see in the zip archive after you downloaded it? You should see several SVT files, several DXF files, a PDF file, and a text file.

[@missprettypearl6515]

What size brad do you suggest?

[@JenniferMaker]

Just the standard size 😊

[@darlenevenus4398]

Can you use ribbon for this bow?

[@JenniferMaker]

You could, but the SVG is designed to be cut from paper. :)

[@laurawilson4115]

JENNIFER Maker.....where are you???

[@lorislavick602]

How do I get access to your site. I have been watching your videos for a couple days now

[@lorislavick602]

Love your designs and ideas

[@JenniferMaker]

Go to jennifermaker.com -- to get the password to my free resource library, just fill out the form at the bottom of the page (this signs you up for my free weekly newsletter). The password is emailed to you right away. Once you have the password, copy it, go to jennifermaker.com/resource-library, and paste it in to get access to all of my free files and patterns.

[@julikkers]

I don't know what I'm doing wrong but I can't find the download for the bow template. I've searched and looked on the resource library but I'm just not seeing it.

[@just4kiix]

you're not the only one...cannot find bow template

[@JenniferMaker]

Head to the library here: jennifermaker.com/resource-library/ Then, just press Command + F (Mac) or Control + F (Windows). A small window will come up near the upper right side of the screen. You will then type, Bow. Then scroll down and you'll click on the SVG file to download. :) If you're still having trouble, please email [e-mail] and we'll walk you through it. :)

[@JenniferMaker]

Sorry you're also having trouble finding it. Head to the library here: jennifermaker.com/resource-library/ Then, just press Command + F (Mac) or Control + F (Windows). A small window will come up near the upper right side of the screen. You will then type, Bow. Then scroll down and you'll click on the SVG file to download. :) If you're still having trouble, please email [e-mail] and we'll walk you through it. :)

[@lisap7173]

Bow

[@JenniferMaker]

:-)

[@janbaker9418]

Cannot get the file in a svg file

[@JenniferMaker]

It is in my library. Some window computers open as a HTML file which is an SVG file. jennifermaker.com/the-joy-of-svgs-training-series

[@toribraem3071]

How do I get the password.??

[@JenniferMaker]

Follow this link and fill out the short form and the password will be sent to you! jennifermaker.com/library/

[@tyisedunnaway8475]

Bow

[@JenniferMaker]

:-)