DIY Christmas Bow Tree Topper with Fabric Stiffening Spray
Add a playful touch of coquette style to your Christmas tree with a stunning bow tree topper! This festive DIY from Sweet Red Poppy will show you how to create an oversized bow tree topper with Aleene’s Stiffen Quik Fabric Stiffening Spray. Our easy-to-use spray ensures your bow stays beautifully structured all season long!
Supplies needed:
Aleene’s Stiffen Quik Fabric Stiffening Spray
Aleene’s Permanent Fabric Glue or hot glue gun
6 yards of fabric
Thin wire
Wire cutter
Tape
Protective surface cover
Step 1: Saturate fabric with Fabric Stiffening Spray
Lay your fabric flat onto a protected work surface. Saturate 2 yards of fabric with Aleene’s Stiffen Quik Fabric Stiffening Spray. For this project, you’ll need 1-2 bottles of fabric stiffening spray depending on your desired level of hold. Allow the fabric to dry completely before proceeding.
Step 2: Create wire ovals for bow tree topper
Create two ovals out of wire, using tape to secure the ends. These ovals will be the base for the loops on your bow tree topper.
Step 3: Fold the stiffened fabric into thirds
Place the wire ovals onto the middle of your stiffened fabric. Fold the fabric into thirds to cover the wire completely.
Step 4: Fold the stiffened fabric inward
Fold the short ends of the stiffened fabric inwards to the center between the wire ovals.
Step 5: Secure the bow tree topper with fabric glue
Use Aleene’s Permanent Fabric Glue to glue down the ends of the fabric. Scrunch the fabric together in the center to create your bow loops, then wrap the center with wire to secure.
Step 6: Tie the center knot on the bow tree topper
Tie a folded strip of fabric in the middle of your bow loops to create the center knot. Slide a piece of wire underneath the knot— this will be used to attach your bow tree topper to your Christmas tree!
Step 7: Create the bow tree topper ribbons
Cut a four-yard piece of fabric down the middle and glue the raw edges inward. These two long strips of fabric will be the ribbon hanging from your bow tree topper! Decorate your Christmas tree as desired while you wait for the glue to dry completely.
Step 8: Assemble the bow tree topper and display!
Once the glue has dried, you’re ready to add the crowning touch to your Christmas tree! Use wire to secure the bow tree topper into place, then drape the ribbons at the base of the bow. Aleene's Stiffen Quik ensures your DIY bow tree topper has the structure it needs to be the star of the season!
How are you using Aleene’s adhesives for your Christmas crafts? Try making your own bow tree topper with Stiffen Quik and tag us on social media @aleenesDIY!
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