Making a Fabric Bow Fridge Magnet

Supplies:

• 1 square of pretty floral cotton fabric measuring 2 to 3 inches
• 1 scrap of corrugated card
• 1 small length of six strand embroidery thread thread
• glue
• 1 pair of scissors
• magnetic tape or an old fridge magnet
• 1 small piece of narrow braid and/or small embellishment of your choice

 

 

 

Steps:

1. Fold the fabric concertina style and then fold in half.

 

 
2. Round off the ends using sharp scissors.

 
3. Tie the middle tightly using the embroidery thread.

 
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4. Wrap the braid around the middle of the bow and glue in place, or use an embellishment.

 

 
5. Cut a piece of corrugated card that will fit neatly on the back of the bow.

 
6. Cover the card with coloured paper and glue in place.

 

 
7. Pinch the ends flat and trim with scissors.

 

 

 
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8. Glue the bow to the card.

 

 
9. Glue the magnet to the other side of the card. Leave the glue to dry thoroughly before using.