How to easily make an adorable gnome wreath with a beautiful Bowdabra bow

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to share a cute Gnome Wreath, perfect for the upcoming fall season.  Decorate the wreath with the help of the  Bowdabra and add a gorgeous Bow.

Supplies:

Bowdabra Bow Making Tool
Bow Wire
Burlap Ribbon
Wreath
Gnome Wall hanging

First, wrap the wreath with burlap ribbon.

Make the bow

First, cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire.  Then, fold it in half and insert it into the Bowdabra.  You will have a loop on one side and two loose wires on the other side.  This will serve as your slipknot. Tuck the ends under to stay out of the way while you are making your bow.

Next, cut lengths of ribbon and place strips in the Bowdabra.
I had this pretty ribbon that was too wide for my project.
Cutting it into smaller lengths gave me enough ribbon to work with.
Twist the ribbon as it passes through the channel to make sure the right side is always facing up.

Create as many loops as possible from one strip.
Use the bow wand to push the loops into the channel.

Take a 2nd strip of ribbon and place in the Bowdabra.
Twist the ribbon as it passes through the channel.

Use the bow wand to push the ribbon in the channel.
Cut the end of the ribbon and fold it so the end is hidden in the channel.

Now, scrunch everything down with the Bowdabra wand.  Then, insert the loose wires through the loop and pull tight while the bow is still in the Bowdabra. Then, remove the bow from the Bowdabra, separate the ends, turn to the back and tie a knot.  Tie a double knot for extra security.

Finishing your wreath

Use another piece of bow wire to tie the gnome to the wreath or you can use the bow’s excess bow wire to tie the bow to the wreath.

This is a great fall decoration that can be used all season long.

Be sure and like us on Facebook.  Each Monday at 4:00 p.m. PST, 5:00 p.m. MST, 6:00 p.m. CST, and 7:00 p.m. EST, Bowdabra creator, Sandy Sandler, will host Facebook live. There is always something new to make and Sandy or one of our amazing designers take you through the quick and easy steps.  Also each week one lucky viewer will receive a free roll of ribbon!

Thanks for stopping by.

Steph