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How to tie the perfect bow

The gifts are wrapped and waiting to be tucked under the tree – but there’s one thing missing – a beautiful bow! 

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5 STEPS

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

STEP 1

Measure out ribbon and cut

Measure out the amount of ribbon needed to wrap around your gift item. Cut to the appropriate length.

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STEP 2

Tie a double knot

Wrap the ribbon around one length of the present, give it a twist, turn the present over and wrap and it around the other length. Tie a double knot.

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STEP 3

Tie the bunny ears in a knot

Carefully tie a bow. Pull the loops to ensure they are the same length, all while ensuring your knot is tight.

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STEP 4

Glue the tail of the ribbon back

STEP 5

Trim the ends

Trim the ends by folding the ribbon in half and cutting on an angle, away from the fold.

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