How Do You Tie A Flat Ribbon Bow?
Tying a flat ribbon bow is a simple and elegant way to add a little flair to any decorating ideas. By taking a regular bow and performing a few twists and ties, you will have a bow that looks complicated but is in fact quite simple to construct. Select a length of ribbon more than six inches but less than one foot in length and drape it over your scrapbook or where it will be tied. Take the left side over the right side then bring it underneath so half of the backside is showing and half of the front side is showing. Place your thumb firmly in the center of this cross. Take the upper left end that is upside down and flip it over your index finger, so it is facing the right way up. Keep your thumb in place and take the lower right portion, which also has the backside facing up. Cross it over the piece that is over your index finger. Take that end and tuck it through the loop between your two fingers. Pinch the loose knot with your index finger and thumb. Using your free hand, gently tug
