Do you have any bow tricks?

Is reusing bows your idea of recycling?

From the lens Recycled Stick-On Bows.

Share the wealth! If you have any really good ideas on how to reuse ribbons or bows, put them here (or make a lens!).

If all else fails and you just have to make a bow, go read this article on the Better Homes and Gardens website: How to make a florist bow.

  • Papier Jan 3, 2012 @ 2:10 pm | delete
    Pointing out one more means of recycling, but first prettying up - is a grand idea.
  • Pastiche Dec 8, 2010 @ 10:19 am | delete
    Sometimes I take a used gift wrap bow apart and then curl the ribbon into a new loopy bow. Featuring this as one of a dozen ways to use recycled materials for Instant Gift Wrap. Go green and save money!
  • Suggy Apr 16, 2010 @ 4:32 am | delete
    Good idea! I always thought those bows were a shocking waste, given they are only appreciated for about 5 mins, before being torn off!
  • pkmcr Sep 6, 2009 @ 8:24 am | delete
    Some really good ideas here and it just goes to show you can recycle/reuse anything and everything!
  • a_willow Mar 4, 2009 @ 9:43 am | delete
    Come by 'Reuse it all' group and add this lens! :) I'm featuring all lenses that are related to reusing different items!

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Mickie_G

I have a huge container filled with ribbons and bows. Out of desperation I found ways to reuse and recycle the bows and ribbons that I already have.
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