These DIY bows look great as gift box toppers.

Hands down, my favorite way to wrap a gift card.

Quick and super cute!

Easy DIY Paper Bow Tutorial

It just requires a few materials to create handmade DIY paper bows.

you’ve got the option to customize the color and size of your bow, too.

Wrapping paper bows are easy to make, cute and cost-effective.

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Once I learned how to make bows from wrapping paper, I hardly ever use ribbon to wrap gifts.

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Can you make bows from wrapping paper?

If youve ever wondered how to make a paper bow out of wrapping paper, heres your easy-to-follow guide!

DIY Paper Ribbon

This craft is beginner-friendly and takes just minutes to make.

it’s possible for you to experiment with different paper types, from glossy gift-wrapping paper to textured cardstock.

All are sure to turn out to be adorable!

DIY Paper Ribbon

Step 2:Cut out the excess at the bottom, then unfold the paper.

Step 3:Fold the paper in half diagonally, opposite the first seam.

Step 6:Unfold the paper all the way, then start cutting out the tails of the ribbon.

DIY Paper Ribbon

Step 7:Rotate the paper and then cut the bottom part into sections.

Step 8:Glue the curved tails together at the center and glue them in place.

Step 10:Glue it in place, then cut the excess paper, and youre done!

DIY Paper Ribbon

Pro Tip

Use thicker paper as it holds the shape better!

Wrapping paper works, you just need to handle it more carefully.

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