How Do You Make A Homecoming Garter?
Homecoming garters are a unique tradition limited to high school students, primarily those that live in the southern United States, particularly Texas and Oklahoma. Homecoming garters are the male version of the homecoming mum, a large, lavish decoration worn by girls during homecoming festivities. Boys wear the garter, which is usually between 6 to 12 inches long, on the arm. Homecoming garters can be expensive to purchase, so make your own by following the directions below. Cut the elastic to a length that can fit comfortably around the wearer’s bicep but remain tight enough to fit without slipping. Cut one of the ribbons to a length that matches the elastic. Lay out the elastic, and apply hot glue to the ribbon directly on top of the elastic. Let dry completely. Sew the two ends of the elastic together, so you have a loop. Turn the loop inside out. Apply hot glue or hand sew ribbons, braids or other trinkets to the underside of the elastic, focusing on the area where the two ends me
