Using ribbon - part 3: The Knot

The infamous knot. It's much simpler than a bow (and, in my opinion, cleaner-looking) but the knot causes problems for so many people. It really is as easy as "left over, right under; right over, left under" but there are a couple of things to remember.

For your first "left over, right under" tie the ribbon tightly, without bending your cardstock. It's the second part that's the crucial part.

For the second part ("right over, left under"), work slowly. It's tempting to get that ribbon tied and under control as quickly as you can but hold back! Take it really slowly, and adjust the ribbon as you go, so the top part is nice and flat. If you need an extra finger to hold it still while you practise, rope someone in to help. Soon you'll be an old hand at this and find your own middle finger appearing as if by magic!

You can see the whole of this project by clicking here. There are other examples here and here. 

All products by Stampin' Up! Please email me to order a catalogue, or click the link on the right to view it online. The infamous knot. It's much simpler than a bow (and, in my opinion, cleaner-looking) but the knot causes problems for so many people. It really is as easy as "left over, right under; right over, left under" but there are a couple of things to remember.

For your first "left over, right under" tie the ribbon tightly, without bending your cardstock. It's the second part that's the crucial part.

For the second part ("right over, left under"), work slowly. It's tempting to get that ribbon tied and under control as quickly as you can but hold back! Take it really slowly, and adjust the ribbon as you go, so the top part is nice and flat. If you need an extra finger to hold it still while you practise, rope someone in to help. Soon you'll be an old hand at this and find your own middle finger appearing as if by magic!

You can see the whole of this project by clicking here. There are other examples here and here. 

All products by Stampin' Up! Please email me to order a catalogue, or click the link on the right to view it online.