Grosgrain Ribbon Headband

Making Ribbon Headbands can be inexpensive. With only a few supplies (you probably already have in your home), you can change an ordinary plastic headband into a beautiful piece of art with ribbons.

The great thing about making your own ribbon headbands is that you create your own unique hair style, based on the occassion and who you are. Its also a lot of fun. You may want to do with your child or for your child, or you may just want to have a lot fun yourself. It can add that extra sparkle and turn a normal plain outfit into something that draws looks of admiration.

There are three basic methods when learning to make ribbon headbands. Once you know the basics, your own ideas will lead you into all sorts of exciting possibiliites.

Basic Ribbon Headband Supplies

This basic headband works with grosgrain, satin, or velvet ribbons. You need the following materials:

• Ribbons that are 12 to 16 inches in length & one to two inches wide.
• Elastic Cord that is 12 inches in length.
• Needle and thread, plus a few pins.

Basic Ribbon Headband Instructions

• Measure ribbon so it extends 2 inches behind each ear so that it is almost touching at the back of the head.
• Make two half-inch folds at each end of the ribbon, then tack with needle and thread.
• Run elastic cord through the two hemmed ribbon ends, check for fit and tie ends of elastic cord together.
• Trim the extra amount of leftover cord.

Basic Ribbon Covered Headband Supplies

• Plain headband (an adult headband measures 13-14 inches, end to end; a child's headband 11 to 12 inches)
• Ribbon, 1/4 inch wider than headband (you will need twice the length of the headband plus one more inch)
• Needle and thread, plus a few pins
• Hot glue gun