Ribbon Flower

 

Use ribbon flowers to embellish lamp shades, tiebacks, bags, hair pins or even flip-flops!

You will need:

• Buttons
• Glue
• Needle
• Ribbon – various colors and widths
• Thread

 Cut 5 strips of ribbon, 11” long.

Try using different colors and widths.

Starting with the ribbon you want on top, layer the ribbons in a star shape, right sides facing down.

Add a tiiiny dab of fabric-friendly glue between each layer.

Bring all ribbon edges to the center. Glue works here too, but just a tad.

Flip your ribbon flower over.

Find the perfect button center.  Stitch button to center of flower, making sure to stitch through all layers of ribbon to hold them in place.

 Tips

• Customize your ribbon flower even more by using the Button Cover Tutorial.
• Add ribbon flowers to headbands, sandals or bags in coordinating colors for a cohesive look.
• Use narrow ribbon and shorter lengths for smaller flowers.