With Valentine’s Day coming soon, what better way to celebrate than to decorate your home for the sweet occasion! One super cute element to tie into your decor is by using ribbons & bows!
Bows are knot just for gifts. As a matter of fact, bows are a very versatile item when it comes to styling your hair, clothing, home, or special occasions. A few thoughtfully placed bows make a bigger impact by looping in a bit of charm. Best of all, they’re inexpensive, customizable, and easy to swap out with the seasons.
The Beauty of a Well-Placed Bow
What is it about ribbons that enhance the look and experience of … well pretty much anything? Finishing a look with a bow taps into feelings of nostalgia. It connects us back to beloved moments as a child receiving Christmas/birthday gifts or perhaps putting bows in your hair for picture day. It reminds us of a time of innocence and wonder.
The use of bows have also been a key element in the coquette aesthetic, a Victorian/Regency style that focuses on playfulness and romance. While this trend is on the more feminine side, it still gives many of us a sense of royalty and elegance.
How to Decorate with Bows:
There are so many ways that you can decorate your home by using ribbons and bows. You can make it as simple or as intricate as you choose to best fit your theme with several fabric types, colors, and patterns to choose from.
Seasonal Styling with Bows
One of the best things about bows is how easily they transition through the year:
- Spring: soft pastels, florals, and light fabrics
- Summer: crisp whites, stripes, and airy textures
- Fall: warm tones like rust, olive, and cream in linen or velvet
- Winter: deep reds, greens, golds, and classic plaids
By changing only the ribbon, you can refresh your decor without redecorating completely.
DIY Bow Garland
- Choose your color scheme.
- Decide how long you want the garland to be.
- Cut and tie your ribbons into bows or use premade bows like these Red Velvet Bows (1104961) Out-Of-Stock. Adjust the loops and tails to achieve your desired look.
- Arrange the bows to establish color order and to ensure you have reached your desired length.
- Hot glue the loops of each bow together to create a chain. You may also use a separate ribbon or rope to attach to if you want more space between bows. Use a string of lights for extra pizzazz!
- Hang and enjoy!
DIY Tablecloth Bow
- Unfold the tablecloth.
- Tie and shape the tablecloth into a bow that’s to your liking. See video below.
- Display using double-sided tape, command strips, peel & stick squares, mounting putty, etc.
While you can DIY your own take on the trend, there are also several shoppable items that you can use to embrace the aesthetic at Bronner’s. We have a large selection of ribbons to choose from in-store or some options available online like the 7-Loop Red Velvet Bow with Gold Trim (1194121).
Need more inspiration? There are many more cute ways to incorporate ribbons and bows into your home decor.
Where to Decorate with Bows:
Bows can be used almost anywhere in your home:
- Wreaths and garlands for front doors and mantels
- Cabinets and curtains in kitchens or bathrooms
- Vases, lamps, and candle holders for subtle accents
- Chair backs or napkin rings when entertaining
- Stockings, ornaments, and gift boxes during the holidays
Stay tied up in timeless style by using ribbons and bows to add charm, warmth, and personality to your space. Whether you’re dressing up for a holiday or adding everyday elegance, bows prove that sometimes the smallest details make the biggest difference.
Related Bronner’s Products:
Set of 6 Red Velvet Bows (1104961) Out-Of-Stock
Red Poly Ribbon Bolt (1114950)
5 Loop Red Velvet Bow (1098512)
Red Velvet 12×24″ 7 Loop Bow (1019887)
7 Loop Red Velvet Bow (1165646)
7 Loop Red Velvet Bow with Gold Trim (1194121)
Red Matte Bow Plastic Ornament (1243873)
Metal Bow Wall Decor (1245292)
Lighted Bow Tree Top (1232290)
Metal Ribbon Green Tree Top (1232081)