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Talya is here today from Grace Grits and Gardening...
The next time you wrap a gift, why not make your own bow? This creative process is a simple way to recycle magazines, newspapers and scrap paper.
The next time you wrap a gift, why not make your own bow? This creative process is a simple way to recycle magazines, newspapers and scrap paper.
For my two examples, I used scrapbook paper and a magazine page.
Cut the magazine page into nine strips, ¾ inch wide. Leave three of the strips the length of the magazine page (about 9.5 inches long). Cut one inch from the top of the next three strips. Cut two inches from the next two strips. Cut the last strip three inches long.
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| magazine page |
The same method is used for any type of paper. Measurements do not have to be perfect. I guestimated.
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| scrapbook paper |
Loop each strip and staple through the center or secure with tape or glue.
The smallest strip will make a single loop for the center of the bow.
The smallest strip will make a single loop for the center of the bow.
Stack and layer the pieces, adhering with tape or a staple through the center.
Easy and personalized!
talya
Grace Grits and Gardening
Talya, I love this! I'm pinning it too because I know I'll need it at Christmas! It would be a great scrapbuster for all those little pieces of wrapping paper left over!!
ReplyDeleteYes! I made the animal print bow out of leftover scrapbook paper. I save every ribbon and piece of paper - never know what you can make with it!
DeleteI love this!!!! I really enjoy putting personalized touches on gifts and this is perfect! Great post!
ReplyDeleteThank you Heather!
DeleteI too, love personalizing my gift packages, especially with inexpensive materials, you can't get much cheaper than newspaper! Great idea, Talya, I can't wait to put it to use:)
ReplyDeleteThank you Amy!
DeleteOh that's a really cool idea I have so much scrap book paper!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mel! Scrap book paper works the best!
DeleteThat is such a cute idea!
ReplyDeleteThank you Carol:)
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