This is such a helpful video! I’m a cheer coach and I’ve been making bows for my cheer teams and selling them on the side for a few years. I have a cricut and I usually just add small decals to solid color grosgrain, but this video has inspired me to up my bow game! Thank you!! 😍🎀
I'm so glad to hear it was helpful! There are so many different things you can do with bows. Have fun and good luck to your team this year. Thanks for watching! :)
I love this! I've been spending like $40 a bow for bows like these... and I have 3 dancers and a cheerleader, so that adds up. Saving these instructions to try and make my own.
That’s great’. Thank you so much! I’m excited for you. Let me know how it turns out and if you have any questions. Also be sure and subscribe for other future videos. 😊
This is the first comment I've ever made on a video, but I just had to say THANK YOU!!! My daughter is in cheer, and I didn't want to pay so much for something I knew I could make myself. This is the best tutorial video I've ever watched! You were so thorough and explained everything so well! I can't wait to start making these!
Tammy, I would love to but I don’t have a Cricut. I have a Silhouette. I can do it for a Silhouette but I’m not sure how different the software is between both. I had a Silhouette for many years and it finally gave out on me. I just purchased their newest model and I’m loving it. I’m sure you will love your cutter, too. So much you can do with them. Be sure to come back and share your first project with me. Have fun!
@@julestumblers Hi Julie! I have not been able to do one. It's currently Homecoming mum season so I am swamped with that. However, my next project will be how to make a tails bow. I will make sure to tape this one and start it from start to finish. Hopefully, by next week I can get started on it. :)
@@RoseOatley At the end of the season I can totally see why bows cost so much! These take a long time to make, especially 20 at a time every week. It’s so rewarding at the end though!
@@rebekahash3374 So exciting. I love to hear from my viewers. I wish there was an option to insert pics so you can share your work. I'm hoping to have another video sometime soon. :)
@@RoseOatley I’ll watch for it! I am having trouble with one type of bow, I think it may be because the ribbon is too thick. I got a pre-glittered ribbon to make it a bit cheaper, but it’s just not looking how I want it to.
I can't wait to try your process I just so excited we have a banquet coming up and I wanted to do something special for my daughters cheer squad I will be making them bows or bow holders.
Thank you! Me and some of my friends just make a mini team and we need nice outfits and bows, so this helped lots! I keep looking at the high end bows for competitions and for practicing our looks and they are way to expensive so this will definitely help! Thank you so much! The CCS Shadows Team Thanks you!
This was a great tutorial! My daughter just started cheering so this is all new to me. Question though: What brand of hair ties do you recommend to hold together better. My kid has really thick hair.
Hello and thank you! I usually get the Goody hair ties. They seem to work pretty well. You can also find some a little larger than the norm. Best of luck to your daughter in cheer! 😊
@@GoldenEssentials17 You can use this method to make any ribbon. However, if you only want to use a 9” length, you would have to use a ribbon that’s smaller than 3” wide. Otherwise your bow won’t look the same. You can easily see what it would look like by making an awareness symbol with the ribbon you have now. Then bringing the top down and gathering it in the center. Hope this makes sense. You can see an example in my valentines bouquet video. You can skip to 3:39 to watch that part. ua-cam.com/video/TqsObLBx39Y/v-deo.html
Hello and thank you! 😊. Most of the heat presses Stahls carries are great. You can browse their site. Stahls.com. If you are just starting out and don’t want to spend much, look up heat presses on Amazon. You can find cheap ones for even under $200. I bought mine quite a few years ago through Amazon and it has lasted me a long time. However, it does have a knocking noise that can sometimes get annoying but it’s part of the machine. Although, I’ve gotten used to it, my next heat press would be through Stahls. Maybe one of their Hotronix models. If you can find one with the automatic release handle or one where the top slides to the side, those are nice. 😊
Thank you so much, Mary and thank you for watching! I hope to have more fun stuff soon so be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already. Have a great day! 😊
Great tutorial!!! I was just curious though about applying the vinyl onto glitter vinyl. I have been working with all types of vinyl for years now, on bows, shirts, etc. I have NEVER had any luck at all with getting any HTV to stick to glitter unless it is a negative space in the glitter. I also have been told by several other boutique owners and my HTV suppliers that this is not something that is possible for long term use and quality. Yours looks like it works pretty well, I am just curious as to how well that actually hold up for you!? Is there a trick? lol I have tried with multiple brands and several different settings on my heat press. I can sometimes get it to stick but it never lasts long at all. The glitter is just to rough I guess for it to adhere properly. By the way, this bow is amazing! I love it! Thank you for your video and time, so glad I came across this video, it is very informative! :)
Hi Cassandra! Thank you and Great question! I used to have a T-shirt business and worked with vinyl for several years. I never layered glitter on glitter on any of my apparel such as T-shirts, jackets, etc. I used a different method. One of the reasons, is with apparel, you are “washing” these items on a regular basis. However, bows are a little different because most people don’t wash their glitter bows. Bows have been my only exception for layering glitter on glitter. For this bow, I used Gross grain ribbon and Siser easy weed heat transfer glitter vinyl. I have never had a problem. Every single one I’ve made has stayed with no issues thus far. If for any reason, you wash your glitter bows, then I would not layer glitter on glitter but instead do the subtract all method. I’ll also throw in a few other things to look into if your vinyl is not sticking. 1) pay attention to the ribbon material you use for your bow. Vinyl doesn’t stick to all types of material. I use gross grain for mine. 2) vinyl has a shelf life. If you are using old vinyl, it won’t stick well. I’ve known some companies that will send their old inventory so keep an eye on that. 3) your heat press is not getting hot enough or you don’t have enough pressure. Check both on your machine. Try testing one out first. If you are still uncomfortable, just do the subtract all method. 😊
The tutorial is Amazing! Makes me wanna start making bows too! BUT…can we please talk about your beautiful nails!!! How?? Please tell!!! Oh- you should be a hand model! 😊😊😊😊
Ha ha! Thank you so much for the compliment. My nail tech, Kim from Avalon Nail Salon (San Antonio, TX) would love you for that. They are acrylic but use a nude color powder. I keep them short so I can work with them. Glad you liked my tutorial AND Amy hands lol. Thanks for watching!
Hi cheer coach here and I want to say thank you for the tutorial. The last two years I’ve been making basic plain bows for my team but I want to change that for the upcoming year. I have a few questions, if you could? 1. Could you provide a list of all the equipment, whatever you recommend? 2. Do you have a video of how to make the lettering or the glitter strips? I’m unfamiliar with Cricut or silhouette cutting and HTV? Thank you again! It’s greatly appreciated!
For Equipment, here’s what I use: - Silhouette Cameo 4. This is the cutter that cuts HTV which is heat transfer vinyl (the glitter strips). www.amazon.com/dp/B07VLB3627?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share. - Heat Press (used to adhère vinyl to your ribbon, shirts, etc): The one I have is no longer available but if you search Amazon for Heat Presses, you can find some there reasonably priced. I recommend you get one that’s at least 15 X 15”. If you have the money to spend, you can try Stahls instead. They have nice ones but they are pricier. www.heatpressnation.com/collections/view-all-heat-presses This is pretty much the equipment I use. As far as supplies, you can find a list in the description section of my video. Also, if you don’t want to cut your own strips of glitter HTV, you can find some already cut at Cheer Bow Supply, online. I hope this helps! Thanks for watching my videos. Be sure to subscribe. I have a list of videos to make and one of them is how to cut vinyl.
You can use an iron, too. You just have to use a lot of pressure. They also sell small hand held heat presses for a lot reasonable price. Thanks for watching!
If you heat press your vinyl, you shouldn’t have any problems with it. Just make sure you store it correctly and not in a hot room or direct sunlight. The only spray is the one I mentioned in my video but that’s mostly to keep bows stiff. You really don’t need it when using glitter vinyl on the entire bow, as that alone will stiffen it. Thanks for watching!
Can you do a video on how to make a graphic with multiple colors like the JM graphic on the other bow you used as an example that only had one strip of glitter?
If you use glitter vinyl on the whole bow like I did, you really don’t need the stiffen quick. The vinyl will stiffen it. The vinyl itself should be either heat pressed or ironed on with lots of pressure.
Hello Tejiri and thank you! I appreciate you watching. It really depends on the length of bow you want. If you use 13” on each side, your bow tails will be a lot shorter. Something else to consider is what kind of tails you’re going to want. Will you be leaving the ends straight or will you be cutting a dove tail, like I did in my video. This will shorten up a bit not leaving room for text on the tails. My recommendation would be to play around with one to see how you like it, before cutting multiple pieces.
Hi Cassie and welcome! They are 3” wide by 29.5” long. At this time, I don’t have any but they are on my list for future videos so make sure you subscribe. Thanks for watching!
My daughter just got cheer captain, so she has a special bow that she hast to wear to all practices and games. Last night she went to take her cheer bow out and the hair tie snapped. How can I fix the hair tie without messing up the bow? Or how can I replace a hair tie without messing up the bow?
Without actually seeing it, there’s a couple of things you can try. You can hot glue another hair tie to it and wrap a small piece of similar ribbon around the center like I do in my videos. OR If you feel comfortable enough and the bow is held together with a zip tie like most are, you can cut the old zip tie. Just try to hold the center together so you don’t undo it. Then add another zip tie, hair tie and similar center ribbon. Hope it helps! Thanks for watching and good luck!
For the JM and Cheer decals, etc, did you use more glitter htv or just solid white? I was taught you can't layer solid colors on top of glitter. Only glitter over solid.
Hi Erynn! Whenever you’re making T-shirts or any apparel you’re going to wash and wear, you definitely don’t want to layer glitter on glitter. Only glitter HTV on smooth HTV. However with bows, it’s an exception. You can layer glitter on glitter just fine. These bows don’t get washed and hold up just fine. If for some reason, the bows you are making are being washed then I don’t recommend it. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching!
I have not personally tried it that way. I would think it be a little lumpy and harder to stick. If you want to do something like that, I would recommend you use the “subtract all” method instead. That is if you have a silhouette cutter. Not sure what it’s called on a Cricut.
@@RoseOatley perfect. I have a cricket I think I can just slice it out. I appreciate the help! I've been wanting to try bows forever! Lol I've been doing shorts and tumblers for 2yrs now. Never tried bows even with my kiddo in comp cheer! Lol Thanks so much!
I love your work!! But I’m just curious, why not just buy glitter grosgrain ribbon instead of doing it this way? I was thinking maybe you are doing it because you want to use two different colors but what about when it’s one color? I’ve seen people use the vinyl for a black glitter bow but ribbon that has glitter already seems like a easier option.
Glitter vinyl is so much prettier, more sparkly and holds up better than your typical glitter grossgrain IMO. It also works great when creating different or specific designs, layering/doing cutouts using both smooth and glitter. If you like glitter grosgrain and it fits your needs, by all means feel free to use it. 😊 Thanks for watching! Have a great day!
Hello and thank you for watching! You would do this with the editing software you use with your cutter. It really depends on what type of cutter you have and the type of image you have. If you have a silhouette which is what I have, you will need to trace your mascot using the tracing feature. Then you will need to use the subtract all feature to cut out each piece with the appropriate colors you want. I don’t have any software tutorials on my page but I’m sure you’ll be able to find plenty here on UA-cam. Hope this helps get you started. If you are not very computer savvy, you can always try Etsy and have someone custom make the file for you.
Hi Leah! You can layer glitter on glitter with no problems when it comes to bows. However, when it comes to apparel like t-shirts that you wash on a regular basis, you definitely don’t want to layer. You would use the subtract all method. Hope this helps!
@@RoseOatley well it’s so many people on here who make the cheer bows so I found a group on Facebook who was really helpful. Then I searched cricut design and found a nice lady so this search was really helpfully. Plus I’m investing in a Cheer mat from cheer supply. I love them❤️
Honestly, it won’t look the same. For a 2” ribbon, try making your loops smaller than the actual mat shows. If that makes sense. Best of luck! Thanks for watching!
Hi Erica! The ribbon itself is 3 inches wide. The text is 2” X 2”. Sorry, it took a little longer than usual. I was hoping to get some software so that I could create a computer generated tutorial and answer your question that way. Thanks for your question and for watching. Let me know how your bow turns out. Have a great and positive day! 😊
Are you wanting to sell bows yourself or asking me to sell bows? It really depends on the type of bow you’re making for the client, how much you pay for your supplies and how much your time is worth and how long it takes you.
If you’re wanting to cut it yourself, there are many places online. I got mine through HTV4you. Just do a search for heat transfer vinyl. If you want it already cut to size, you can use the company I show on my video.
Hi Abby! There are different things that can cause this. For example: 1) Ribbon material you’re using 2) Vinyl brand. Some cheap brands just don’t work well. 3) Old vinyl goes bad 4) Not enough pressure or heat.
You are correct! As stated and shown on my video, I used my heat press. I was just showing an example of how to press down for those using an iron because it can be done incorrectly. It wasn’t necessary for me to plug in my iron to show this.
@@LuvMusicTay Got it! Those are zip ties. You can find them at craft stores, Lowe's, Home Depot and online. Make sure they're the small ones. These are 4", 10, 16 cm. Hope this helps!
This is such a helpful video! I’m a cheer coach and I’ve been making bows for my cheer teams and selling them on the side for a few years. I have a cricut and I usually just add small decals to solid color grosgrain, but this video has inspired me to up my bow game! Thank you!! 😍🎀
I'm so glad to hear it was helpful! There are so many different things you can do with bows. Have fun and good luck to your team this year. Thanks for watching! :)
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I love this! I've been spending like $40 a bow for bows like these... and I have 3 dancers and a cheerleader, so that adds up. Saving these instructions to try and make my own.
Great! I can relate. Kids are expensive 😂. Thanks for watching!
This is the BEST tutorial ever! I'm inspired and can't wait to make a bow!
That’s great’. Thank you so much! I’m excited for you. Let me know how it turns out and if you have any questions. Also be sure and subscribe for other future videos. 😊
Thank you so much!! You explained everything so perfectly!
You’re very welcome! I’m happy to hear it was helpful. 😊
This is the first comment I've ever made on a video, but I just had to say THANK YOU!!! My daughter is in cheer, and I didn't want to pay so much for something I knew I could make myself. This is the best tutorial video I've ever watched! You were so thorough and explained everything so well! I can't wait to start making these!
This makes me so happy to hear. Glad I could help. Thank you, Aimee! I appreciate you taking time to leave me feedback. 😊
I can finally make Homecoming bow for my 4 daughters 😂Thank you!!
Aww! You’re very welcome! Have fun with it! 😊
Beautiful bow!!! Love the HTV on the ribbon. Gives me endless possibilities
Thanks, Robin! Glitter HTV is always my favorite. 😊
I just purchased a Cricut Maker I would love a tutorial how to cut vinyl letters and other graphics for bows. Great tutorial! Thank you
Tammy, I would love to but I don’t have a Cricut. I have a Silhouette. I can do it for a Silhouette but I’m not sure how different the software is between both. I had a Silhouette for many years and it finally gave out on me. I just purchased their newest model and I’m loving it. I’m sure you will love your cutter, too. So much you can do with them. Be sure to come back and share your first project with me. Have fun!
@@RoseOatley did you do the silhoutte tutorial? I just bought my cameo 4 and have q request for a cheerbow like your tutorial.
@@julestumblers Hi Julie! I have not been able to do one. It's currently Homecoming mum season so I am swamped with that. However, my next project will be how to make a tails bow. I will make sure to tape this one and start it from start to finish. Hopefully, by next week I can get started on it. :)
Thank you for making this! Yo cheer company, you should sponsor her if you aren't already. Great video thank you!
As a cheer coach, this is going to save me TONS of money. Instead of spending 600$ on cheer bows I can just make them myself for cheaper!
I agree! You can make them yourself! You can also have a crafty parent help. Great time for it during this quarantine. Thanks for watching!
@@RoseOatley At the end of the season I can totally see why bows cost so much! These take a long time to make, especially 20 at a time every week. It’s so rewarding at the end though!
@@rebekahash3374 So exciting. I love to hear from my viewers. I wish there was an option to insert pics so you can share your work. I'm hoping to have another video sometime soon. :)
@@RoseOatley I’ll watch for it! I am having trouble with one type of bow, I think it may be because the ribbon is too thick. I got a pre-glittered ribbon to make it a bit cheaper, but it’s just not looking how I want it to.
Sorry to hear. Is it a glitter ribbon from the craft store or vinyl glitter? Vinyl glitter works best. 😊
Beautiful ❤️
Thank you! 😊
You did wonderful, it's so beautiful !!!!
Thank you, Jhamella! Love your name. 😊
I can't wait to try your process I just so excited we have a banquet coming up and I wanted to do something special for my daughters cheer squad I will be making them bows or bow holders.
I’m excited for you! Great idea for your team. I’m sure the girls will love them and will be very appreciative. Have fun and thanks for watching! 😊
Thank you! Me and some of my friends just make a mini team and we need nice outfits and bows, so this helped lots! I keep looking at the high end bows for competitions and for practicing our looks and they are way to expensive so this will definitely help! Thank you so much! The CCS Shadows Team Thanks you!
So happy to hear this. You can really get fancy with them and spend way less. Have fun and Good luck to the CCS Shadows Team! 🙌🏻 📣
@@RoseOatley did you get your ribbon from the cheer bow supply too?
Awesome tutorial! Will definitely be trying
Thank you! Have fun! 😊
This was a great tutorial! My daughter just started cheering so this is all new to me. Question though: What brand of hair ties do you recommend to hold together better. My kid has really thick hair.
Hello and thank you! I usually get the Goody hair ties. They seem to work pretty well. You can also find some a little larger than the norm. Best of luck to your daughter in cheer! 😊
Where can I find the 30" X 3" grosgrain ribbon?
@@abigailmobleybellinger2056 Hobby Lobby sells the 3" grosgrain ribbon by the bold. I belive 3 yards come on each bolt.
You can find them online through the cheer bow supply. Check your local Hobby Lobby as well.
Awesome tutorial! Thanks so much!
You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!
That came out great! Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching! 😃
Great tutorial.
Thank you! I appreciate you watching! 😊
You’re video was so easy to follow, thank you!
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching! 😊
I have a tendency to make random bows for my team and this will help me alot!
So glad to hear! Happy Crafting and thanks for watching! 😊
So helpful!! THANK YOU!!
You’re welcome! Glad to hear it was helpful. Thanks for watching!
Beautiful!
Thank you and thanks for watching!
Loved the tutorial !!! Thank you for sharing
I'm so glad to hear. Thank you for watching! :)
I'm excited to make a bow thank you so much for the tutorial 🤗
You’re welcome! I’m excited for you! 😊. Thanks for watching!
Such a helpful video!!
Thank you so much, Chyrise! Glad to hear it was helpful! 😊
Very nice and helpful
Welcome! Glad to hear it was helpful. Thanks for watching! 😊
@@RoseOatley does the ribbon have to be 30 inches? Can it be 3 in x 9 ft?
@@GoldenEssentials17 You can use this method to make any ribbon. However, if you only want to use a 9” length, you would have to use a ribbon that’s smaller than 3” wide. Otherwise your bow won’t look the same. You can easily see what it would look like by making an awareness symbol with the ribbon you have now. Then bringing the top down and gathering it in the center. Hope this makes sense. You can see an example in my valentines bouquet video. You can skip to 3:39 to watch that part. ua-cam.com/video/TqsObLBx39Y/v-deo.html
Great tutorial! What type of heat press do you recommend? I will be using it for bows and shirts.
Hello and thank you! 😊. Most of the heat presses Stahls carries are great. You can browse their site. Stahls.com. If you are just starting out and don’t want to spend much, look up heat presses on Amazon. You can find cheap ones for even under $200. I bought mine quite a few years ago through Amazon and it has lasted me a long time. However, it does have a knocking noise that can sometimes get annoying but it’s part of the machine. Although, I’ve gotten used to it, my next heat press would be through Stahls. Maybe one of their Hotronix models. If you can find one with the automatic release handle or one where the top slides to the side, those are nice. 😊
Thank you
Be sure and check out this heat press video. It will also give you tips along the way. ua-cam.com/video/bbSWl8pHgs4/v-deo.html
I love this great tutorial.
Thank you so much, Mary and thank you for watching! I hope to have more fun stuff soon so be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already. Have a great day! 😊
Great tutorial!!! I was just curious though about applying the vinyl onto glitter vinyl. I have been working with all types of vinyl for years now, on bows, shirts, etc. I have NEVER had any luck at all with getting any HTV to stick to glitter unless it is a negative space in the glitter. I also have been told by several other boutique owners and my HTV suppliers that this is not something that is possible for long term use and quality. Yours looks like it works pretty well, I am just curious as to how well that actually hold up for you!? Is there a trick? lol I have tried with multiple brands and several different settings on my heat press. I can sometimes get it to stick but it never lasts long at all. The glitter is just to rough I guess for it to adhere properly. By the way, this bow is amazing! I love it! Thank you for your video and time, so glad I came across this video, it is very informative! :)
Hi Cassandra! Thank you and Great question!
I used to have a T-shirt business and worked with vinyl for several years. I never layered glitter on glitter on any of my apparel such as T-shirts, jackets, etc. I used a different method. One of the reasons, is with apparel, you are “washing” these items on a regular basis. However, bows are a little different because most people don’t wash their glitter bows. Bows have been my only exception for layering glitter on glitter. For this bow, I used Gross grain ribbon and Siser easy weed heat transfer glitter vinyl. I have never had a problem. Every single one I’ve made has stayed with no issues thus far. If for any reason, you wash your glitter bows, then I would not layer glitter on glitter but instead do the subtract all method. I’ll also throw in a few other things to look into if your vinyl is not sticking.
1) pay attention to the ribbon material you use for your bow. Vinyl doesn’t stick to all types of material. I use gross grain for mine.
2) vinyl has a shelf life. If you are using old vinyl, it won’t stick well. I’ve known some companies that will send their old inventory so keep an eye on that.
3) your heat press is not getting hot enough or you don’t have enough pressure. Check both on your machine.
Try testing one out first. If you are still uncomfortable, just do the subtract all method. 😊
Are you using heat transfer vinyl for the red and blue?
Yes! That is Siser glitter HTV.
Great tutorial!
Thanks Melissa! 😊
The tutorial is Amazing! Makes me wanna start making bows too! BUT…can we please talk about your beautiful nails!!! How?? Please tell!!! Oh- you should be a hand model! 😊😊😊😊
Ha ha! Thank you so much for the compliment. My nail tech, Kim from Avalon Nail Salon (San Antonio, TX) would love you for that. They are acrylic but use a nude color powder. I keep them short so I can work with them. Glad you liked my tutorial AND Amy hands lol. Thanks for watching!
Hi cheer coach here and I want to say thank you for the tutorial. The last two years I’ve been making basic plain bows for my team but I want to change that for the upcoming year. I have a few questions, if you could? 1. Could you provide a list of all the equipment, whatever you recommend? 2. Do you have a video of how to make the lettering or the glitter strips? I’m unfamiliar with Cricut or silhouette cutting and HTV? Thank you again! It’s greatly appreciated!
For Equipment, here’s what I use:
- Silhouette Cameo 4. This is the cutter that cuts HTV which is heat transfer vinyl (the glitter strips).
www.amazon.com/dp/B07VLB3627?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share.
- Heat Press (used to adhère vinyl to your ribbon, shirts, etc): The one I have is no longer available but if you search Amazon for Heat Presses, you can find some there reasonably priced. I recommend you get one that’s at least 15 X 15”.
If you have the money to spend, you can try Stahls instead. They have nice ones but they are pricier. www.heatpressnation.com/collections/view-all-heat-presses
This is pretty much the equipment I use. As far as supplies, you can find a list in the description section of my video. Also, if you don’t want to cut your own strips of glitter HTV, you can find some already cut at Cheer Bow Supply, online. I hope this helps! Thanks for watching my videos. Be sure to subscribe. I have a list of videos to make and one of them is how to cut vinyl.
I am making a cheer bow for my granddaughter but I would like to use all three colors can you do a tutorial for bows with 3 colors
Hi Aracelis! When you say 3 colors, are you asking for the ribbon to be 3 colors or the text on the bow to be three colors?
This is awesome work! Love the bows but how many people have a heat press?
You can use an iron, too. You just have to use a lot of pressure. They also sell small hand held heat presses for a lot reasonable price. Thanks for watching!
Is there anything that can be sprayed on top of the layered glitter vinyl to help ensure longevity of adhesion over time?
If you heat press your vinyl, you shouldn’t have any problems with it. Just make sure you store it correctly and not in a hot room or direct sunlight. The only spray is the one I mentioned in my video but that’s mostly to keep bows stiff. You really don’t need it when using glitter vinyl on the entire bow, as that alone will stiffen it. Thanks for watching!
Can you do a video on how to make a graphic with multiple colors like the JM graphic on the other bow you used as an example that only had one strip of glitter?
Do you have a Silhouette machine?
@@RoseOatley I have one! I would like to know as well.
Love the tutorial but anyways you can send that paper for the bows maybe to print and have thank you
Hi Yvette and welcome! What paper are you referring to?
Can I still stiffen it if I have vinyl on it?
I’ve never had to stiffen it when adding a whole layer of vinyl, but you can. I would just try and spray it from the inside.
What were the measurements for the ribbon and what size bow is this?
Welcome! The measurements are posted in the in the video
can you use the stiffen quick with the vinyl on the bow and will the vinyl stay?
If you use glitter vinyl on the whole bow like I did, you really don’t need the stiffen quick. The vinyl will stiffen it. The vinyl itself should be either heat pressed or ironed on with lots of pressure.
What is your template in that you can iron over it? Is it in plastic or something?
If you are referring to the tan sheet I put over the glitter vinyl, it’s a teflon heat pressing sheet. 😊. Here’s a link to one. amzn.to/47cUcdw
Hi I love this video! Would it be okay to use a 13" HTV?
Hello Tejiri and thank you! I appreciate you watching.
It really depends on the length of bow you want. If you use 13” on each side, your bow tails will be a lot shorter. Something else to consider is what kind of tails you’re going to want. Will you be leaving the ends straight or will you be cutting a dove tail, like I did in my video. This will shorten up a bit not leaving room for text on the tails. My recommendation would be to play around with one to see how you like it, before cutting multiple pieces.
Found your video on a Cheer bow group on fb.
Questions:
How long are your strips of glitter? Do you have any tutorials with rhinestones?
Hi Cassie and welcome! They are 3” wide by 29.5” long. At this time, I don’t have any but they are on my list for future videos so make sure you subscribe. Thanks for watching!
My daughter just got cheer captain, so she has a special bow that she hast to wear to all practices and games. Last night she went to take her cheer bow out and the hair tie snapped. How can I fix the hair tie without messing up the bow? Or how can I replace a hair tie without messing up the bow?
Without actually seeing it, there’s a couple of things you can try. You can hot glue another hair tie to it and wrap a small piece of similar ribbon around the center like I do in my videos.
OR If you feel comfortable enough and the bow is held together with a zip tie like most are, you can cut the old zip tie. Just try to hold the center together so you don’t undo it. Then add another zip tie, hair tie and similar center ribbon. Hope it helps! Thanks for watching and good luck!
Love this! What size are your letters?
This was a great tutorial thank you!
The text is 2”X2”. Thanks for watching!
@@RoseOatley thank you! 💕
For the JM and Cheer decals, etc, did you use more glitter htv or just solid white? I was taught you can't layer solid colors on top of glitter. Only glitter over solid.
Hi Erynn! Whenever you’re making T-shirts or any apparel you’re going to wash and wear, you definitely don’t want to layer glitter on glitter. Only glitter HTV on smooth HTV. However with bows, it’s an exception. You can layer glitter on glitter just fine. These bows don’t get washed and hold up just fine. If for some reason, the bows you are making are being washed then I don’t recommend it. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching!
Also, just noticed you called them decals. Make sure you don’t use vinyl for decals. It should be HTV (Heat transfer vinyl) on this type of ribbon.
What If you wanted solid htv on top of the glitter? Will it still hold?
I have not personally tried it that way. I would think it be a little lumpy and harder to stick.
If you want to do something like that, I would recommend you use the “subtract all” method instead. That is if you have a silhouette cutter. Not sure what it’s called on a Cricut.
@@RoseOatley perfect. I have a cricket I think I can just slice it out. I appreciate the help! I've been wanting to try bows forever! Lol I've been doing shorts and tumblers for 2yrs now. Never tried bows even with my kiddo in comp cheer! Lol Thanks so much!
I love your work!! But I’m just curious, why not just buy glitter grosgrain ribbon instead of doing it this way? I was thinking maybe you are doing it because you want to use two different colors but what about when it’s one color? I’ve seen people use the vinyl for a black glitter bow but ribbon that has glitter already seems like a easier option.
Glitter vinyl is so much prettier, more sparkly and holds up better than your typical glitter grossgrain IMO. It also works great when creating different or specific designs, layering/doing cutouts using both smooth and glitter.
If you like glitter grosgrain and it fits your needs, by all means feel free to use it. 😊
Thanks for watching! Have a great day!
Rose Oatley ok now I get it thanks so much for replying to me. You are talented and I appreciate your work!
No problem! Glad I can help. Thank you! Have a great day!
Where do you purchase your vinyl?
I usually purchase it online. You can try HTV Vinyl 4 You.
What font was the JM on the cheer bow?
I believe it was the Varsity font.
How would you make a custom colored eagle ? Like a mascot
Hello and thank you for watching! You would do this with the editing software you use with your cutter. It really depends on what type of cutter you have and the type of image you have. If you have a silhouette which is what I have, you will need to trace your mascot using the tracing feature. Then you will need to use the subtract all feature to cut out each piece with the appropriate colors you want. I don’t have any software tutorials on my page but I’m sure you’ll be able to find plenty here on UA-cam. Hope this helps get you started. If you are not very computer savvy, you can always try Etsy and have someone custom make the file for you.
You say we can use Stiffen Quick if Our bow doesn't have Rino what is Rino and how do you get it ?
Arlene, I said vinyl not rino. Ha ha! It’s the glitter material I used in the video. 😊. They sell heat transfer vinyl online and also at Michael’s.
Is there a video on how to create the graphic text with the silhouette?
I don’t have a Silhouette tutorial but I can definitely add it to my future list of tutorials 😊
DID YOU HAVE ANY ISSUE HEAT PRESSING ON GLITTER VINLY? IVE ALWAYS BEEN TOLD YOU CANT HEAT TRANSFER ORLAYER ON GLITTER VINYL
Hi Leah! You can layer glitter on glitter with no problems when it comes to bows. However, when it comes to apparel like t-shirts that you wash on a regular basis, you definitely don’t want to layer. You would use the subtract all method. Hope this helps!
@@RoseOatley thank you I just gave it a try and it works perfectly
Does the type of ribbon count? Or what type of ribbon do you recommend
Yes it does. My video will tell you what type to use. Thanks for watching!
how long do they last?
That all depends on each individual but I’ve had mine for years.
@@RoseOatley thank you
You're welcome! have a great weekend! 😊
I have a circuit. Can you help me cut my strips please.
I’m sorry, I don’t have a Cricut. I have a Silhouette.
@@RoseOatley thank you for your reply ❤️
You’re welcome! Maybe you can post exactly what you’re having trouble with. Maybe someone who has one, can help.
@@RoseOatley well it’s so many people on here who make the cheer bows so I found a group on Facebook who was really helpful. Then I searched cricut design and found a nice lady so this search was really helpfully. Plus I’m investing in a Cheer mat from cheer supply. I love them❤️
What font is the word CHEER?
Hi Julie! I will see if I can find the file and get back to you. Thanks for watching!
The font is called “Orange”. Here’s a direct link from a font website. www.dafont.com/search.php?q=Orange
Where can I find the 30" X 3" Grosgrain ribbon
Hi Abigail! You can find it at a craft store or the Cheer Bow Supply Co., online or even Amazon. Thanks for watching!
we can see the iron is not plugged
That’s because I used my heat press but was also trying to demonstrate for those using an iron, as stated in my video.
Can you use 2” Ribbon?
Honestly, it won’t look the same.
For a 2” ribbon, try making your loops smaller than the actual mat shows. If that makes sense. Best of luck! Thanks for watching!
that glitter material on the grosgrain ribbon, what's it called?
It’s Glitter HTV. HTV stands for Heat Transfer Vinyl. I use Siser brand.
@@RoseOatley how bout the letters?
Ziyuee - It’s the same material. Glitter HTV. Just a different color.
How big is the JM lettering?
Hi Erica! The ribbon itself is 3 inches wide. The text is 2” X 2”.
Sorry, it took a little longer than usual. I was hoping to get some software so that I could create a computer generated tutorial and answer your question that way. Thanks for your question and for watching. Let me know how your bow turns out. Have a great and positive day! 😊
How much would you charge for bows to sell?
Are you wanting to sell bows yourself or asking me to sell bows? It really depends on the type of bow you’re making for the client, how much you pay for your supplies and how much your time is worth and how long it takes you.
Where do you get vinyl that long?
If you’re wanting to cut it yourself, there are many places online. I got mine through HTV4you. Just do a search for heat transfer vinyl. If you want it already cut to size, you can use the company I show on my video.
Rose Oatley thanks girl ☺️
You’re welcome! 😊
What do you do if your glitter strip isn't adhering to your ribbon
Hi Abby! There are different things that can cause this. For example:
1) Ribbon material you’re using
2) Vinyl brand. Some cheap brands just don’t work well.
3) Old vinyl goes bad
4) Not enough pressure or heat.
@@RoseOatley thank you! It's the glitter vinyl from cricuit and it seems to be only the silver. 🤷🏼♀️
@@abbywright3380Sorry! I am just seeing this message. I don’t recommend using the Cricut or Silhouette brand vinyls. They just don’t work the same.
I thought you couldn't layer over glitter HTV?
When it comes to bows, you can since these are not washed. With T-shirts, you definitely don’t want to. You can use the subtract all feature.
3:18 its not plugged in....
You are correct! As stated and shown on my video, I used my heat press. I was just showing an example of how to press down for those using an iron because it can be done incorrectly. It wasn’t necessary for me to plug in my iron to show this.
I would like to know a little more information.
Sure! What can I help you with?
How can I replace the plastic part?
Hello! What plastic part are you referring to?
@@RoseOatley 8:03 😁
@@LuvMusicTay Got it! Those are zip ties. You can find them at craft stores, Lowe's, Home Depot and online. Make sure they're the small ones. These are 4", 10, 16 cm. Hope this helps!
What font is cheer?
Let me go back and get back with you.
It’s called Orange. www.dafont.com/search.php?q=Orange