Take inspiration from your haberdashery drawers with these beautiful bow cards – they’re easier to make than you might think. Use your nesting oval and circle dies to cut different-sized ovals from contrasting patterned papers. Layer an oval onto a slightly larger oval, gently fold in half to create the bow loop shape, then secure with a staple or adhesive.
Create seven more bow loops, then assemble together to create the bow, before adding to your base. The various ovals of the bow are great for using up your paper scraps. You can even use your scallop-edged or stitched dies to add extra interest to the layers.
Shopping List:
- Die-cutting machine
- Stitched oval and circle nesting dies
- White and coloured card
- Patterned papers
- Tube (such as a glue stick, to wrap and shape the ovals)
- Adhesive pearls
- Baker’s twine
- Glue gun
- Ribbon
