How to make a big bow for christmas tree topper

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A Christmas Tree Topper Bow is a fabulous way to add an eye-catching and festive accent to your Christmas tree. When done right, they are big, bold, and add just the right amount of “WOW” factor to your decor.

We have gotten tons of requests asking us to how to make a Christmas tree bow lately, so we decided to make a video showing exactly how we make our tree topper bows, with step by step instructions. *Some links in this post may lead to websites where we are an affiliate. Click [HERE] for our disclosure statement.*

Supplies Needed to Make a Christmas Tree Bow Topper

2.5 inch Wired Ribbon (25 Yards)
Floral Wire or Pipe Cleaners
Scissors
Wire Cutters
Bowdabra Bow Maker – Here is a great tutorial on how to make a wreath bow using a Bowdabra bow maker!

Watch My Christmas Tree Bow Video Below

This tree topper bow really makes a beautiful statement on your Christmas tree. Let us know if you try to make one of these bows this Christmas!

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A tree topper bow is very popular and really adds a finished touch to your Christmas tree. I get asked a lot how to make them and below, I’m sharing my instructions for making a tree topper bow. This bow will fit a 6-7 foot tree. For trees larger than this, keep adding more layers to the bow increasing each layer by one inch. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy.

Supplies
2.5” ribbon 20 Yards (I got mine from Sam’s)
1.5” Ribbon 20 Yards
Zip Tie
Two pipe cleaners, doubled up
Scissors

Please watch the video below for exact instructions.

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Make the Bow Tails
Cut two 4 yard strips of each ribbon. Pinch in the center and loosely tie off with a pipe cleaner. Set this aside.

Layer 1
Make two 6” loops to look like a bow tie.

Layer 2
Make four 7” loops to form an X shape behind layer 1

Layer 3
Make two 8” loops to go behind layer 2

Layer 4
Make four 9” loops to form an X shape behind layer 3

Layer 5
Make three 10” loops to go behind layer 4.

Zip tie together and then use the doubled up pipe cleaner or long florist wire to attach to the bow. Use the pipe cleaner to tie the bow on the tree about 12” from the top.

Watch my How to Make a Tree Topper video below: