How to Make DIY Fabric Bow without Sewing

With this DIY guide, you can create a DIY fabric bow to adorn hair clips, headbands, clothes, or gifts. The process is simple, mess-free, and requires no sewing skills. You can use any fabric size, shape, or color, making it an excellent DIY project for using up those fabric scraps. This guide below is easy and kid-friendly since it doesn’t involve needles. So, gather your fabric scraps and transform them into versatile DIY decorative pieces with endless uses.

Materials you will need:

Fabric measuring 20 centimeters by 30 centimeters
Hot glue gun
Fabric glue (optional)
Sewing thread
Hair tie or clip

Get a Piece of Cloth:

Get a Piece of Cloth: Select a suitable fabric for your bow, considering factors such as color, pattern, and texture. A versatile material like cotton is recommended as it’s easy to work with and comes in various designs.

Hiding the Raw Edges:

Hiding the Raw Edges: To create a polished finish, fold the fabric edges inwards, hiding any raw or frayed edges. This will also make your bow more durable, especially if it’s going to be attached to a frequently washed item.

Fold the fabric:

Start by folding your fabric in the middle to create a clear middle line. This line will help you make sure everything is even. After the line is set, put small blobs of glue at three spots: one in the middle and one each on the left and right side from the middle. Be careful not to put the glue on the line. Stick the fabric past the line to the glue blobs instead. Doing this can keep the glue from looking lumpy or messing up the neat folds of your bow.

Gluing on the other side:

When the fabric is folded and securely fastened with glue on one side, it’s time to repeat this process on the other half of the bow. Add dabs of glue in the same pattern: one in the middle, one on the left, and one on the right side. Ensure the fabric is folded neatly over these glue points to ensure the bow’s shape consistency.

Folding the other side:

Now that both sides of your fabric have been glued, you’ll proceed by folding the other side of the fabric. Remember to keep symmetry in mind that both sides of the bow should mirror each other perfectly to maintain a neat appearance.

Closing the mouths:

You need to close the open mouth on both sides using glue.

Folding the Right Side:

Start with your fabric laid out flat. Then, fold the right side towards the middle. Be sure to keep your folds clean and sharp, as this affects how your bow will look. After folding the right side correctly, fasten it with glue. Use a thin line or small blob of glue so it stays flat and doesn’t show bumps.

Folding the left side:

Do the same thing with the left side of the fabric, folding it towards the center. Try to match the folds on the right side so your bow is balanced. After folding, secure the fabric with glue.

Folding back and forth:

Proceed to create the bow shape by folding the fabric back and forth as necessary.

Tying with thread:

Tie the center tightly with a strong thread to keep the bow’s shape intact. This will hold all the folds together and give the bow tension.

Adding the clips with glue:

Choose a suitable clip or accessory, like a hair tie or brooch, and attach it to the back of the bow using strong glue. Ensure that the glue covers the entire surface of the clip to provide a secure bond.