How to Sew Hair Bows for Your Dolls

An Our Generation doll wears a patriotic hair bow.

 

       You will need to collect: an assortment of wide ribbons, needle and thread (preferably matching thread), and 2" Bobbie pins for this craft.

 Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Cut the ribbon to a length you prefer. This length, plus the width of the ribbon will determine the size of your doll's hair bows in the end.
2. Loop the cut ribbon for a center-back bow.
3. Run a gather thread across the center of the bow.
4. Cover the center with a loop of the ribbon.
5. See the illustration above to view what the back side of the bow should look like prior to attaching it to a 2" short, mini Bobbie pin
6. Sew a "loop" around the inside of one half of the Bobbie pin, while attaching it to your doll's hair bow. Knot the end firmly after attaching the bow in a spot where these stitches can not be seen.
7. Slide the hair bow into your doll's hair!