Check out 25 of our very favorite tutorials that will show you exactly how to make a bow.

1. DIY Fancy Gift Bow

Let’s begin with the classic gift bow, just like the ones that have always adorned my gifts during the holiday season. These are really quite simple to make yourself, believe it or not. Make your way over to Charlet’s Website to see a photo tutorial that will show you how to do it.

2. Loopy Bow Tutorial

If you want to go fancy with your gift bow, give this pretty version a try. Start with a fun patterned ribbon, then start creating large loops and tie them at the center point. Head on over to Save On Crafts to find out exactly how to make your own loopy gift bow.

3. Satin Ribbon Dahlia

For a very special gift, consider creating one of these beautiful satin bows reminiscent of a dahlia flower. Buy a spool of satin ribbon in your favorite color, and head over to The Ribbon Retreat to check out the tutorial for how to create the flower – then top with a matching pin.

4. Double Burlap Bow

For a fun twist on a regular bow, try this double burlap variation. The key is to create two large loops, one bigger than the other, then attach additional pieces to create the tails. Make your way over to Mommy Suite to check out the full photo tutorial for the burlap double bow.

5. Pinwheel Bow

This uniquely shaped bow has six sides, forming a shape similar to a pinwheel (hence the name). You’ll need a fun style grosgrain ribbon and a needle and thread to get started. Make your way over to Make Bows And More to find out how to recreate this yourself.

6. Paper Bow Tie Bows

These lovely bows are the perfect topper for a gift wrapped in something as simple as brown kraft paper. They are made out of decorative paper, and they are incredibly easy to make. Head on over to The Elli Blog to find out how to recreate these colorful patterned bow tie-style bows.

7. Dr. Seuss Inspired Bow

This colorful bow is made with a variety of different color ribbons, folded into lots and lots of loops which are then secured at the center using a needle and thread. The shape and colored are reminiscent of those fantastical Dr. Seuss books! Check out the full photo tutorial over at Occasionally Crafty.

8. Curly Paper Bow

If you enjoy matching your bow to your gift wrap, then this might be the perfect bow variation for you. This one is made out of a rectangular piece of gift wrap, which is cut into strips and then curled with scissors. Head on over to Two Yellow Birds Decor to check out the tutorial.

9. Paper Bow Ideas

Martha Stewart never disappoints when it comes to paper crafts, and this tutorial is no exception. In this tutorial, she shows us how to create a variety of different unique paper bows that can be added to gifts. Make your way over to MarthaStewart.com to check out all of the details.

10. DIY Tulle Bows

Tulle fabric is another great material for making bows. For this variation, simply wrap lots of tulle ribbon around a piece of cardboard, secure the center with another small piece of tulle and then cut the opposite side of the loop. Head on over to Satsuma Designs to check out the tutorial.

11. How To Tie The Perfect Bow

This handy blog post shares tips and tricks for creating the perfect glamorous bow for your gifts. Starting with metallic wired ribbon, loop it over and over again to create this gorgeous gift topper. Make  your way over to Francois et Moi to check out the full tutorial for these show stoppers!

12. Colorful Accordion Bows

These bold gift topper bows are made using lots of different colorful decorative paper which is layered and then folded to create these fun accordion style bows. I love that they kind of look like crazy bow ties! Head on over to Gold Standard Workshop to find out how to make your own accordion bows.

13. Tissue Paper Bows

Tissue paper bows are another great alternative to the typical gift bow. And these are great for recycling that half crumpled tissue paper that came with all of your holiday gifts. Grab some bakers twine as well, and then head over to 100 Directions to check out the full tutorial for this clever idea.

14. Duck Tape Bow

Believe it or not, this bow is actually made out of gold Duck Tape! Buy some Duck brand glitter tape and some contrasting paper, and you’ll be ready to create these awesome gift toppers. Make your way over to Persia Lou’s blog to find out exactly how to recreate this look yourself.

15. DIY Leather Bow

Learn how to make a bow out of leather with this simple yet clever tutorial. Begin with a large piece of leather (or faux leather if you prefer) and then head over to the Stylish blog to check out the easy instructions. And be sure to use Google Translate if you don’t speak German.

16. Curly Cue Burlap Bow

This beautiful burlap bow looks complex, but it’s actually much easier to make than it seems. You’ll need some wide burlap ribbon and a needle and thread. Make your way over to Adventures Of A Creative Girl to check out the full tutorial for this lovely rustic chic curly cue bow.

17. Measuring tape Bow

This bow is incredibly genius… it is made entirely from things you can buy at the hardware store. You’ll need a measuring tape, some screws and a few washers too. What a great gift topper for a gift for dad or grandpa! Head on over to Tikkido to find out all the details of this fun project.

18. Leather Gift Bow Tutorial

Here’s another great way to use leather to make a bow for your gift. Again, feel free to use vegan leather if you like to avoid animal products. Just grab some leather strips and a hot glue gun to get started. Make your way over to Crafthunter to check out the full photo tutorial.

19. Modern Paper Flower Bow

This lovely bow is a modern take on a flower, made with long strips of colored paper and mini paper brads. And they’re incredibly easy and quick to make, so you can create a whole slew of them in one sitting. Make your way over to Mauritza Lisa’s blog to check out the full set of instructions.

20. Leather Bows

Here’s another great way to make a bow out of leather. You’ll need a Platinum die cutting machine if you want to follow the instructions exactly, but you could also use a Silhouette machine, a Cricut, or even just a plain old pair of scissors. Head on over to Tinsel and Wheat to check out the directions.

21. Crochet Bows

If you want to mix things up a bit, give these crochet bows a try! Just grab some yarn that you have leftover from past projects, and start making these fun whimsical gift bows using this simple pattern from the Everything Etsy blog. All you’ll need are very basic crochet skills for this one.

22. Fancy Decorative Bow

This large bow is made out of very wide, smooth gift wrapping ribbon, which is then looped around and around and then clipped a bit in the center to create a spot to tie it off. Make your way over to In Love With Art to check out the helpful photo tutorial for this beautiful bow.

23. Sprinkle Bows

For a truly unique take on the gift bow, try these super colorful sprinkle bows! They are made out of paper, and then a few candy sprinkles are put in small bags and attached to the centers of the bows. Make your way over to the Design Eat Repeat blog to find out all the important details.

24. Crepe Paper Bows

Who knew that you could even use plain old crepe paper to make fun bows for your gifts? These bows are shaped like little bow ties, and they are formed by creating round loops, pinching the center, and then wrapping a contrasting color around the middle. Get the whole how-to at The Casual Craftlete.

25. Printable Gift Wrap Bow

And last but certainly not least, this gorgeous bow is made out of decorative paper. And here’s the best part – you can print it out for free. Head over to My Poppet to download the different paper patterns and then you can make your own bow. Pair it with contrasting gift wrap for some serious pizzazz!