Guide Note

Christmas ribbon comes in a variety of widths, edgings, textures and colors. They have plenty of uses ranging from Christmas tree decorations to providing a finishing touch to Christmas gifts.

Fast Facts

1. Common uses: a Christmas crafts supply, wrapping Christmas gifts
2. Made from: Satin, plastic, other cloth materials
3. Price range: $1-$65
4. Commonly red, green, silver or gold
5. May be used for homemade Christmas ornaments, Christmas centerpieces or Christmas cards

Ribbons can be used to decorate anything they can be tied around, such as candle sticks and banisters. The trick is to get the bow perfectly symmetrical and decoratively cut the ribbon ends or curl them with sharp scissors.

Ribbons can add a homemade touch to a Christmas tree. To add a ribbon element to ornaments try tying bows the tops of ornaments, hanging them with ribbon or making ribbon ornaments. Free ribbon can also be hung off the branches or tied on to the branches in bows.

Large ribbons can be used to make a wreath or a decorative centerpiece.

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