Looking for a quick, simple bow you can make without complicated twisting, measuring, or layering? This tutorial is a perfect place to start because this is The Easiest Bow Tutorial: 5 Bow with 1.5 Wired Ribbon you will ever find.
In this post, I’m excited to share with you The Easiest Bow Tutorial: 5 Bow with 1.5 Wired Ribbon, which is a perfect beginner bow tutorial. I am creating a birthday bow, but you can use any 1.5 wired ribbon to create a small wired ribbon bow.
In this video, I’ll show you how to make one of the easiest bows you can create using 1.5″ wired ribbon. The finished bow is approximately 5″ in diameter and includes 5 loops with 10 tails, with the tails cut about the same length as the loops.
This birthday bow is small, cheerful, and beginner-friendly — perfect for adding a handmade touch to a birthday gift, gift bag, party package, small table decoration, or even a hair clip.
Watch The Easiest Bow Tutorial: 5 Bow with 1.5 Wired Ribbon
About This Bow
For this tutorial, I used a fun birthday balloon ribbon with bright, playful colors. The finished size makes it especially useful for smaller projects where a large bow would be too much.
This bow works well for:
- Birthday gifts
- Gift bags
- Party favors
- Small wreath accents
- Lantern or basket decorations
- Hair clips
- Children’s party décor
- Package toppers
Because the tails are the same length as the loops, the bow has a cute, rounded shape that feels tidy, balanced, and easy to use.
Supplies Used
For this easy bow, you’ll need:
- 1.5″ wired ribbon
- Scissors
- Wire, chenille stem, or floral wire to secure the center
- Optional: hair clip, gift bag, package, wreath, or another item to attach it to
Wired ribbon is especially helpful because it allows you to shape the loops and tails after the bow is tied. That little bit of wire along the edges helps the bow hold its shape and look fuller.
Bow Details
Ribbon Width: 1.5″
Finished Bow Size: Approximately 5″ diameter
Loops: 5
Tails: 10
Tail Length: Same length as the loops
Ribbon Style Used: Birthday balloon ribbon
Skill Level: Beginner-friendly
Why This Is a Great Beginner Bow
This is one of my favorite beginner bow styles because it does not require a complicated pattern. It is a simple, repeatable technique that gives you a cute finished bow quickly.
Once you learn this basic bow, you can make it again with different ribbon styles for holidays, birthdays, baby gifts, school gifts, seasonal décor, or everyday packages.
Try it with:
- Birthday ribbon
- Polka dot ribbon
- Floral ribbon
- Patriotic ribbon
- Christmas ribbon
- Pastel spring ribbon
- Black and white ribbon for a classic look
The technique stays the same — the ribbon changes the personality of the bow.
Ways to Use This Easy Bow
This small bow is especially nice when you want a handmade accent without overpowering the project.
Add it to a birthday gift bag for a boutique-style finish. Clip it onto a package instead of using a store-bought bow. Attach it to a wreath, basket, or small sign. You could even secure it to a hair clip for a fun birthday accessory.
It is a simple project, but it can make an ordinary gift feel extra special.
Shop Ribbon for Your Own Bow
If you’d like to make your own bow, visit The Fancy Crow online to browse wired ribbon for gifts, wreaths, bows, and DIY projects.
Shop ribbon here:
https://thefancycrow.com/ribbon/
The Fancy Crow is a small creative shop with a serious ribbon selection for wreath makers, bow makers, decorators, and makers across the U.S.
Final Thoughts
This easy bow tutorial is a great starting point if you are new to bow making or just want a quick, useful bow you can make again and again.
Once you learn the basic shape, you can change the ribbon for any occasion and use the same simple technique for gifts, bags, wreath accents, party décor, and more.
Happy creating!