Burlap Bows {DIY Project}

12/15/2011 Posted by Kelly Rowe

I’ve challenged myself to do 90-95% of my Christmas gift wrapping with kraft paper this year.  Soooo, I’ve been busy trying to whip up some ‘homemade’ embellishments.  I knew one thing I wanted to try was the burlap bow.  Anywho, I did a little research, made a trip to JoAnn Fabrics — and here we are.  I’m super excited to share this tutorial with all of you.  Overall, this is super easy (maybe a little messy, but that’s burlap for ya. wink).

For your supplies, you’ll need burlap, pinking scissors, glue gun and stapler.

Burlap Bow DIY_Supplies
You’ll then want to cut {seven} strips of burlap about 1/2″ to 3/4″ in width.  Length wise you’ll need two 10″ strips, two 9″ inch strips, two 8″ strips and one 4″strip.
Burlap Bow DIY
For each of the strips (except for the 4″ one), you’ll want to loop each end around and staple them together in the middle (see below).
Burlap Bow DIY
Burlap Bow DIY

Try to keep the sets of two together… it will help a bit for the next step {smile}.

Burlap Bow DIY

You’ll want to start with the two 10″ loops.  Create an ‘x’ with them as displayed below.  Using your handy dandy glue gun to hold them in place.  You’ll then want to place the two 9″ loops in the similiar ‘x’ shape on top of the other two.  Continue this until all six of the strips/loops have been used.

Burlap Bow DIY
Burlap Bow DIY

{Squeal}!  It’s looking good.  Isn’t this exciting?  Well, we’re officially ready to complete your bow.  You’ll now take the 4″ strip and loop it into a circle and glue into the center of your bow.

Burlap Bow DIY
Now, it’s time to get your ‘wrap’ on — and how exciting to be using some of your very own handmade embellishments.
And there you have your burlap bows!
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Filed Under: DIY Projects, The Holidays 30 Comments
About Kelly Rowe

A DIY fanatic, Kelly shares her journey through her blog, Live Laugh Rowe, where she showcases her recipes, tutorials, crafts, home projects, and all things DIY. This East Coast Girl at heart believes family is number one as she finds the perfect balance of being a daughter, wife, sister, entrepreneur, writer and woman of God. Be sure to follow along as she shares her passion for life, love and family! Google+

Comments

  1. Chelsea says:
    12/15/2011 at 8:52 am

    This is a fabulous tutorial- I will defintiely be spicing up our Christmas presents with these cute little bows this year :) Thank you!

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  2. c.w.frosting says:
    12/15/2011 at 9:10 am

    Cute and simple! Thanks for sharing!

    -caroline @ c.w.frosting

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  3. Trish@MomOnTimeout says:
    12/15/2011 at 9:43 am

    These are so awesome and will fantastic with your kraft paper. Great job! I'd love for you to share with my readers if you get a chance: http://www.momontimeout.com/2011/12/taking-timeout-thursday-no-8.html

    Reply
  4. Kara at Petals to Picots says:
    12/15/2011 at 4:53 pm

    I am over visiting from the Mom on Timeout link party. I love these bows! I always love the idea of burlap!

    ~Kara (your newest follower :)
    http://www.petalstopicots.com

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  5. Kristine says:
    12/15/2011 at 7:18 pm

    What a neat idea!! Thanks for a GREAT tutorial!

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  6. Stephen Rowe says:
    12/15/2011 at 11:12 pm

    Excellent job on the bows, Kel. They look great.

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  7. I am LOVD says:
    12/16/2011 at 8:40 am

    Very cool! Thanks for showing me how to do those crazy bows. After my last DIY project (link below) I think I'm in love with my glue gun.

    http://feellovdeveryday.blogspot.com/2011/12/what-i-made-wednesday-nature-inspired.html

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  8. Emily says:
    12/16/2011 at 2:23 pm

    These are just AMAZING!! I love burlap, so decorating gifts with them is just perfect! :) Would love for you to link up @ Find Your Craft Friday over on my blog… Have a great Friday!

    Emily @ BabyBerry
    http://weinzapfelbabyberry.blogspot.com/

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  9. Allison {A Glimpse Inside} says:
    12/16/2011 at 9:55 pm

    Oh my! I LOVE these!! They are so perfect! Too bad I already have all my gifts wrapped and mailed out to family!
    Thanks so much for linking up to this week's Catch a Glimpse party! I have included this in today's features!

    Reply
  10. Katie says:
    12/16/2011 at 10:21 pm

    Love these!

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  11. juliemadtx says:
    12/16/2011 at 10:44 pm

    So cute, and simple, too! (visiting from TT&J)

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  12. Screaming Sardine says:
    12/16/2011 at 11:03 pm

    Wow, these are awesome! So creative to make bows out of burlap.

    Pinning on pinterest. :)

    Cheers,
    Tracy Screaming Sardine

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  13. Kristina says:
    12/16/2011 at 11:06 pm

    I've seen this idea before, but not with burlap. Those are adorable!

    Reply
  14. ReMadeSimple Kristina says:
    12/17/2011 at 5:31 am

    Love your projects how cute are these :)

    Reply
  15. Diane Krause says:
    12/17/2011 at 3:40 pm

    I love these bows, but I just can't get the right way to fold them??? Maybe I am over thinking it??

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  16. milliemorganmedia says:
    12/18/2011 at 8:08 am

    Wow, these are so beautiful. Thank you for sharing. I am your newest follower and I look forward to reading more of your posts! I would appreciate it if you took a moment to stop over at my blog and followed me back. Thank you! http://milliemorganmedia.blogspot.com

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  17. Luvin' the Hubs says:
    12/18/2011 at 9:18 am

    Oh Mah Word! Absolutely love these! Thanks for sharing!

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  18. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says:
    12/18/2011 at 12:09 pm

    These came out perfect! I love the homemade embellishments with kraft paper combo for your wrapping. Happy Holidays!

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  19. Nikki@EverythingUndertheMoon says:
    12/18/2011 at 6:36 pm

    I featured your bows as a favorite from last week's Bedazzle Me Monday!! Feel free to stop by and grab a featured button :) http://everything-underthemoon.blogspot.com/2011/12/you-dazzled_18.html

    Thanks so much for linking up! Hope to see you again this week.

    Have a great week!!

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  20. AnJayla says:
    12/19/2011 at 12:19 am

    These are great! I love burlap! Thank you for sharing.

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  21. ReMadeSimple Kristina says:
    12/19/2011 at 9:46 am

    So pretty and rustic! Love them and would love to try some :)

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  22. SassAFrass says:
    12/19/2011 at 11:42 pm

    Such a great tutorial! Thanks for sharing. I love the burlap.
    SassaFrass

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  23. Rusty Hinge says:
    12/21/2011 at 6:39 pm

    Love this! I am also linking with Space 46 and I found your blog! This is a great idea and I am going to make these fab burlap bows!
    Thanks so much for sharing!
    Maria
    http://www.rustyhinge.blogspot.com

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  24. Kara at Petals to Picots says:
    12/22/2011 at 12:12 pm

    I love these bows! I would love for you to share this post at my "Best of 2011" link party, along with any other posts you are most proud of from this year. http://www.petalstopicots.com
    ~Kara

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  25. cathy@my1929charmer says:
    12/22/2011 at 6:26 pm

    It never ceases to amaze me what someone can do with burlap. I LOVE IT. the bows are beautiful and the tutorial is great. Thanks for sharing at Sunday's Best and wishing you Happy Holiday's.

    Reply
  26. Mrs Frizz says:
    12/28/2011 at 1:28 am

    g.o.r.g.e.o.u.s. … thank you for sharing.

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  27. Christina at I Gotta Create! says:
    01/04/2012 at 5:53 pm

    WHOA!!! Those are much easier than I would have imagined! Thanks for the tutorial. These are really fabulous <3 I'm PINNING it!!

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  28. Kara at Petals to Picots says:
    01/05/2012 at 11:22 am

    Hi Kelly! Your bows were one of the top voted projects at my "Best of 2011" link party. Make sure to drop by my site tomorrow to see it featured. Congrats!!

    Reply
  29. Camille says:
    11/17/2012 at 6:36 pm

    How CUTE!!!! I love it! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply

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