Polk A Dot Bows
So cute, so swell, all's TapeSwell.
Posted by jesika_galaxia
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Super easy and cute! TapeSwell packaging tape is SO PRETTY and easy to work with.
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You Will Need (9 things)
- Ruler
- Xacto Knife
- Scissors
- Scrap Lace
- Pencil
- Fine Tip Black Sharpie to mark your measurements
- Tape Swell
- Jewelry Findings such as barrel pins, chains, headbands
- E6000 Glue only if you plan on making a brooch, hairclip, or headband
Steps (7 steps, 20 minutes)
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1
Gather all of your tools. The lace pictured here was gifted to me, so I do not know what brand it is. :(
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2
The is for a LARGE bow.
Measure out 4 pieces of tape about 3 1/4"-3 1/2" long. Use the fine tip marker to mark it, if need be.
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3
After you have the 4 pieces, take 2 of them and stick them together. The pieces need to be horizontal and the long edge should overlap about 1/4". Do the same with the other 2 pieces.
You can use an xacto knife to trim up any edges and gently pop any air bubbles you might find. The tape needs to be nice and smooth. -
4
Next cut a thin strip (about 3" long, 1/4" wide), this will be used as the center of the bow. Fold the tape sheet accordion style. Wrap the strip snugly around the center of the sheet. And you're done! :D
**You can save the rest of the tape for other bows or cover the edges for a cleaner look.**
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5
If you want to make a LITTLE bow, just cut 2 pieces of tape 2 1/4"-2 1/2" long. Assembly like the large bow and you're done! :D
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6
I fancified (is that even a word??) most of the bows with some scrap lace I had.
You add the lace between the tape.(Make sure to press hard!)
You can give it a fuller lace edge or cut the lace in half for "just enough" lace. -
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Now that you have the bows, do whatever you want with them! Add them to a headband (my daughter the model, lol), glue it to a pin or clip, or you can thread a chain or satin necklace through it. :)
Enjoy the whimsy of the bows.