How to Make a Bow with Wired Ribbon | Trees, Wreaths & Gifts

If ribbon intimidates you, let’s make it feel a little less mysterious. I’m Cara with Mantovani Interiors. In this tutorial, I’m showing you how to make a beautiful layered bow—and why the technique works. We’ll start with a big, billowy bow, then scale the idea down for an arrangement, a wreath, a limoncello bottle, and a gift. You’ll learn how to choose ribbons that relate, keep the pretty side facing forward, secure the layers, and shape the finished bow. There’s a Dollar Tree version, too, so you can practice without making a big investment. Remember: pinch, twist, pretty side forward. And there are no ribbon police. CHAPTERS 00:00 Beautiful bows, made simple 00:45 Choosing ribbons that relate 02:27 The large layered bow 08:31 A smaller arrangement bow 10:17 The Dollar Tree version 13:26 One wreath, two seasons 14:03 A little bottle jewelry 16:21 Finishing a gift with ribbon 18:30 Which bow will you try first? RIBBONS & DECORATING SUPPLIES Steel-blue plaid ribbon, 4 inches — Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FBW4LB3J Steel-blue plaid ribbon, 2.5 inches — Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9LZQPX8 Burgundy McSweeny plaid ribbon, 2.5 inches — Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FHNHZR5Z Miniature pine roping, 0.38 inch, six 18-foot rolls — Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FKH3QGJ6 Ribbli navy crushed velvet wired ribbon, 1 inch x 10 yards — Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GXRRG72N Taupe velvet ribbon, 4 inches x 10 yards — Craft Outlet https://www.craftoutlet.com/products/... Alligator and crawfish Christmas ribbon, 2.5 inches x 10 yards — Craft Outlet https://www.craftoutlet.com/products/... Rustic Hanging Jingle Bells — Hobby Lobby https://www.hobbylobby.com/christmas-... Pomegranate and Pine Pick — Hobby Lobby https://www.hobbylobby.com/christmas-... Watercolor dried-orange and citrus ribbon, white, 1.5 inches x 10 yards — Craft Outlet https://www.craftoutlet.com/products/... Glittered wavy-stripe ribbon, red/emerald/lime, 2.5 inches x 10 yards — Craft Outlet https://www.craftoutlet.com/products/... D. Stevens dusty-blue velvet with light-gold backing, 2.5 inches x 10 yards — Craft Outlet https://www.craftoutlet.com/products/... Also useful: floral wire, scissors, and a smooth tool for curling wired ribbon tails. MORE ON CHOOSING COLORS Benjamin Moore’s guide to warm and cool colors: https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/c... The two decorated trees behind me were created for Adopt-A-Family. Which bow are you going to try first? Tell me in the comments. I’d love to see what you make. Subscribe to Mantovani Interiors for decorating ideas that feel beautiful, personal, and attainable. #BowTutorial #WiredRibbon #ChristmasDecor #MantovaniInteriors