Ribbons are fun and colorful ways to accentuate gifts and decor, and these DIY ribbon projects are offering some new and inventive ways to utilize these items in all sorts of exciting arts and crafts activities.
While some people might automatically associate ribbons with being something you see on top of a present or gift, these colorful strips of material can creatively be used in all sorts of other items and decorations, adding a bold visual appeal to the overall look. By adding strips of ribbon to an otherwise ordinary ensemble or item, you can easily customize that object with bright and colorful accents, turning it into a uniquely personalized piece.
From pearl-accented hair ribbons to bow tie tanks, these DIY ribbon projects will definitely satisfy any arts and crafts enthusiast looking to playfully customize their ordinary accessories.
24 DIY Ribbon Projects
From DIY Ribbon Strapped Dresses to Customizable Strappy Sandals:
Tana Makmanee — Oct 30, 2013 — Art & Design
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DIY Tin Can Treats
The 'OUR BEST BITES' Blog Shows How to Make Customized Gifts
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Customizable Strappy Sandals
Go From Boring to Fabulous Using These DIY Gladiator Wrap Sandals
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DIY Customized Flip-Flops
The Brit & Co. Blog Shows How to Dress up Your Shoes
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DIY Tool Shed Jewelry
The Stripes + Sequins 'Hardware Store Gold Rose Necklace' is Durable
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Vibrant DIY Turf Collars
This Peter Pan Collar is Perfect for Spring and Easy-to-Make
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DIY Rawhide Hairbands
The Cupcakes and Cashmere Leather Hair Tie Tutorial is Custom
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Romantic Floral DIY Lighting
These Rosebud Fairy Lights Are Charming and Easy to Make at Home
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DIY Bow Tie Tanks
Decorate Your Old Tank Tops and Show Off Your Back with a Statement Piece
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DIY Computer Casings
The Envelope Laptop Case is Simple and Sew-Free
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Cartogram-Themed Ornaments
Make Holiday Decorations with This MaryJanes and Galoshes Tutorial
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DIY Ribbon Strapped Dresses
Add Colorful Ribbons to a Strapless Gown with This Simple DIY Activity
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DIY Cookie Recipe Jars
The Bakerella 'Cowgirl' Project is Great for Gift-Giving
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DIY Bunny Ear Bags
Learn How to Make These Adorable Bunny Ear Easter Gift Bags
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DIY Wine Cork Boards
The Lauren Conrad Heart Bulletin Board is Great to Display on Walls
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DIY Fancy Lace Chokers
Add a Feminine Touch to Any Outfit with This Lace Bib Necklace
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Pearl-Accented Hair Ribbons
This Simple DIY Activity Turns a Velvet Ribbon into a Chic Accessory
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Frilly Feather Purses
Turn an Ordinary Clutch into a Formal Accessory with This DIY Guide
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Envelope-Made Tablet Holders
Creme De La Craft Teaches You to Make a DIY iPad Case
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DIY Easter Party Pinatas
This DIY Easter Decoration from the 'Oh Happy Day' Blog is Adorable
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Upcycled Scarf Aprons
This DIY Activity Turns an Ordinary Shawl into Chic Cooking Attire
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DIY Upcycled Gift Tags
These Recycled Gift Tags are Eco-Savvy, Festive and Fun to Make
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DIY Holiday Home Wreaths
The Brit + Co. Ornament Garland is Adorably Creative
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Pretty DIY Easter Baskets
Get Artistic with These DIY Easter Baskets From the Oh Happy Day Blog
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Romantic Homemade Votives
The DIY Upcycled Valentine's Day Table Decor Piece is Basic
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DIY Kitty Accented Shoes
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DIY Bow Tie Tanks
Decorate Your Old Tank Tops and Show Off Your Back with a Statement Piece
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Charming Campfire Treat Trinkets
These S’mores Buddies Best Friends Necklaces are Charming
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These Confetti-Dipped Flats and Purses are Ideal for any Celebration
Embellished Denim Editorials
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Upcycled Bicycle Link Decor
The Bike Chain Star Ornament is Made Out of Polished Salvaged Parts
DIY Floral Necklaces
This Activity Uses Real Flowers to Make a Beautifully Unique Accessory Piece
Pixelated Gamer Jewels
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Upcycled Skateboard Jewelry
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Upcycled Scarf Headbands
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DIY Floral Festive Headbands
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Fairy Tale Gown Aprons
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DIY Nautical Floral Sneakers
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These Origami Easter Rabbit Design Labels are Fun to Create
Bloody Illusionist Accessories
The Bloody Dripping Necklace Uses Tiny Beads to Create a Gory Look
DIY 1920s-Themed Headbands
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Upcycled Keyboard Jewelry
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DIY Bunny Ear Bags
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Couture-Inspired Cookwear
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Santa Laundry Lines
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Romantic Cut-Out Jeans
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Frosted Holiday Mason Jars
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DIY Phone Chargers
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Colorfully Cracked Easter Eggs
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Salvaged Eggshell Votives
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Vibrant Easter Sneakers
The Nike Basketball 2013 Easter Footwear Collection is Vivacious
Pinched Pitcher Vases
The Tyvek Vase is a Lovely Sculptural Item Intended as a Temporary Wrapper
Beaded Mustache Brooches
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Festive Rabbit Plush Dolls
Get Playful This Holiday with an Embroidered Easter Bunny Toy
Peace-Covered Garlands
The Vintage Spoon Christmas Garland Spells Out the Season's Message
DIY Fringe Shirt Accents
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Effortless Sushi Costumes
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DIY Mini Leather Pouches
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DIY Fancy Lace Chokers
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DIY Hair Bow Bracelets
This Creative Project Turns an Ordinary Hair Clip into a Sleek Accessory
Minimalistic Wooden Garlands
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Cartoon Sea Creature Ornaments
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Pretty St. Patrick's Day Barrettes
This DIY Hair Accessory Gives Any Outfit a Touch of Irish Flair
DIY Appreciation Packages
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DIY Crocheted Floral Headpieces
These Feminine Headbands are Colorful and Easy-to-Make
Zombie-Inspired Adornments
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Boozy Egg-Shaped Jellies
These Easter Egg Jello Shooters are the Perfect Way to Party in Spirit
Kitschy Religious Icon Timepieces
This Jesus Watch is a Kitsch Masterpiece
Spooky Abode Necklaces
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Cheeky Flatulent Ornaments
Farting Butt Ornaments are Great for Anti-Holiday Pranksters
Upcycled Canister Time Tellers
The Tea Tin Desk Clocks Have an Antiquated Appeal
Chic Mouse Ear Headbands
Add Lace to a Mickey Mouse Ear Design to Create a Stylish Hair Accessory
DIY Lace-Covered Pins
This Activity Lets You Turn an Average Clay Pin into an Elegant Design
Sci-Fi Droid Chef Smocks
The R2-D2 Apron is Designed for Geeky Kitchen Queens
Sun-Activated Dye Purses
This DIY Bag Tutorial Uses Inkodye and the Sun to Naturally Dye a Purse
Eco-Friendly Glass Jar Lamps
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Animal Skull Ornaments
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Surprize-Laden Easter Eggs
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