This simple DIY project is easy to make and looks great on any girl! It combines the benefits of a headband with the look of a hair bow. You can make the headband using a technical t-shirt fabric, or you can use black ribbon for an unexpected touch. The steps are the same, just make sure to follow the instructions carefully to achieve the best results. You can even use a fork to make the bow.
Sewing a ribbon headband
You can easily make a simple ribbon headband for your child by following a simple sewing procedure. Start by folding one ribbon over the other and sewing across the two pieces. Make sure the ribbons are even. Next, thread the ribbon through the other pony-tail holder and pin them. You can also create a no-sew version of this headband by using clear drying glue or Fray Check. For the elastic, you can use hot glue.
First, cut the ribbon to the desired length. It should be at least two inches shorter than the size of the child’s head. Make sure the ends are hemmed and do not twist them. Make sure the elastic overlaps the ribbon by half an inch. Make sure the knots are secure so the ribbon does not slip off. It’s also a good idea to use an anti-fray solution to avoid fraying.
You can also make a no-sew ribbon headband by using a scrap of elastic and a long length of ribbon. It will take approximately half a yard of ribbon to make one headband. In addition to the ribbon, you will also need braided elastic that is slightly narrower than the ribbon. Lastly, you’ll need a needle and matching thread. The first step in making a no-sew headband is to measure the ribbon. You can use a metric ruler to help you.
Next, measure the length of each ribbon. It should be long enough to wrap the head and connect the ends. Make sure to leave at least an inch for the elastic band. Make sure to leave about an inch to adjust the length of the ribbon as you go, but a little extra elastic is okay if the headband is a bit too tight. You can always remove a bit of the elastic if you want a tighter headband.
Using a fork to make a bow
To make a bow on a ribbon head band, begin by scooting two pieces of ribbon up to the top of the fork. Ideally, the ribbons should be a different color to give the bow some dimension, but if you don’t have any, use the same color. Start weaving the ribbons by threading one through the first prong of the fork, then over the second and third prongs, and finally back through the fourth.
Once you’ve wrapped the ribbon around the fork, fold it under the top portion of the prongs. Pull the ends of the ribbon tightly and secure the end. Repeat with the second ribbon. Repeat this procedure to create as many mini bows as you want on your ribbon headband. You can also use the same technique to make darling bobby pins and envelopes.
Now you can tie the ends together by threading them through the prongs of a fork. No glue or double knots are necessary, but you will want to make sure they stay together by pulling them tight. The ends of the ribbon will be the “tails” of your bow, and you can tie the bow in the center with a button. This way, you won’t have to worry about your bow coming apart.
You can also attach the ribbon to a ribbon headband with fabric glue. You may want to practice the bow-making process before using this method. However, it isn’t difficult once you have practiced a few times. If you’re new to the art of bow-making, don’t worry. This technique will improve your skills in no time. Just make sure that you use enough fabric glue. The more practice you have, the easier it will become.
Using a technical t-shirt fabric to sew a ribbon headband
If you’d like to make a ribbon headband, you can find a variety of cute ribbons at craft stores and online. You’ll need a spool of elastic in the correct thickness for the headband and a piece of fabric that measures about 2 x 13 inches. Typically, you can purchase elastic in either black or white, but other colors are available as well. The elastic will be visible on the bottom half of the headband when it’s worn.
To make the ribbon headband, you’ll want to cut a piece of fabric approximately five inches long. You’ll also need about four inches of elastic to connect the ribbon ends. Leave about an inch of fabric over the ribbon measurement. The less elastic you use, the tighter the headband will be. You can also sew a fabric flower or leave the ribbon completely plain.
Another method for making headbands with elastic is to cut a 15 cm (5.9 in) length of fabric. Fold the edges inward until the pattern side is visible. The headband should be right side out, and you can insert a piece of elastic into the short unstitched ends. You should then pin the elastic band into place, about one centimeter (0.39 in) into each end.
This method can be adapted to fit any head size. It uses heat transfer vinyl, or HTV, which is a polyurethane material. You can choose from dozens of different colors and patterns. Heat transfer vinyl is available in reflective colors and unique patterns. You can customize your ribbon headband according to your child’s head size. If you choose to make a hat out of a technical t-shirt fabric, be sure to measure the head circumference beforehand.
Using a black ribbon headband for an unexpected touch
Add a unique twist to a half-up style by using a black ribbon headband. A ribbon hides elastics and bobby pins, while adding a unique touch. Miley Cyrus showed off her hairstyle at a recent Variety Power of Women event. The look is easy to create and is sure to turn heads. The headband can be worn with any hairstyle and complements a variety of hair colors and styles.