How to Make an Easy DIY Bandana Scarf Bow

Let me show you how to make an easy bandana scarf bow for a pretty piece of patriotic decor, with a little bling! You can add it to a wreath, pin one to a pillow, or make several to add to a garland. Plus, you can use this same DIY tutorial to make bandana bows in any color that you like. 

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I’m loving all the patriotic decor that is showing up everywhere you look. It’s so fun and festive. I’ve been having a little fun creating pieces for my own home, and am excited to share this super quick DIY bandana scarf bow with you.

In case you missed it, check out my popular messy bow tutorial HERE, or a beautiful tulle bow HERE, that’s just perfect for weddings!

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE an Easy DIY Bandana Scarf Bow

Easy Bandana Scarf Bow supplies

HOW TO MAKE An Easy DIY Bandana Scarf Bow

Remove the tag. Open the bandana fully and fold in half forming a triangle shape. Begin rolling it downward about 1.5inches at a time from the widest end. Continue folding it down in 1.5inch increments until you reach the point. 

folding bandana for bow

Once you have it completely rolled, fold one end down about half way as shown below. Either end will do, it doesn’t matter.

folded bandana

Repeat this to the opposite side and place a zip tie in the middle of the bandana. Secure the zip tie and pull tight.

rolled bandana bow in half

Easy DIY Bandana Scarf Bow

Cut the excess off of the zip tie. 

folded bandana bow cutting zip tie 

NEXT…

Once you have the bow secured with a zip tie, it’s time to add that bling! You know I love a little bling. Cut a piece of the pretty Dollar Tree rhinestone ribbon and secure it to the center of the bow with a little hot glue. This serves to cover the zip tie.  

adding bling ribbon to bandana bow

that’s it!

Look at this darling little bow! Isn’t it the cutest thing? I’m obsessed.  

finished bandana bow on table

Add it to a patriotic wreath or front door hanger like I show here:

bandana bow on wreath

It looks beautiful on my front door and so festive!

patriotic bandana bow on wreath

I’ve seen bandanas at the Dollar Tree in pink and mint green. I can totally see those colors used in a bow on a watermelon wreath. Or, how about using pink and blue for a baby shower? You can also find bandanas at the craft stores in all kinds of pretty colors. The possibilities are endless.

Keep an eye out for bandanas the next time you are out shopping at the Dollar Tree, or craft store. You can read all about my 12 must have Dollar Tree craft supplies HERE.

bandana bow with flags on wreath

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DIY Bandana Scarf Bow

This super quick DIY bandana scarf bow can be used in so many different ways, and it's just adorable. You can make a bunch in no time and add them to wreaths, garland and more!
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Equipment

Materials

  • Bandanas
  • Rhinestone Ribbon
  • Zip Ties

Instructions

  • Open the bandana and slowly roll it from one end to the point on the opposite side.
  • Once you have it completely rolled, fold one end down about half way.
  • Repeat for the opposite end and add a zip tie in the middle of the bandana. Secure the zip tie and pull tight.
  • Cut the excess off of the zip tie. 
  • Once you have the bow secured with a zip tie, attach a piece of rhinestone ribbon to the center with hot glue. 
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