This project is VERY easy and very versatile! You can add layers to your heart, or simplify and use only one layer. Experiment to get the look you want.
You will need: 15 in. of 3/8 in. grosgrain ribbon, hot glue gun and glue sticks, something to seal ribbon ends (I use a lighter), scissors
1. Cut two pieces of ribbon 4 1/2 in. long and seal the ends. If you're using a lighter, simply run the ends through the flame quickly to avoid fraying. Cut two 3 in. pieces and seal those ends as well.
2. Take one of your 3 in. pieces and place the ends together. Place a line of glue on one of the ends and pinch together. Repeat with the other short piece. You should have two little tear drop shapes now.
3. Wrap one of the long pieces over one of the tear drops, lining up the ends of both pieces. Glue the long pieces ends on either side of the tear drop's point. Repeat with the other long piece and tear drop. You'll now have two double layered tear drops.
4. Place the pointy ends of each tear drop together and line them up straight. Line glue about 2/3 of up the outside layer of one tear drop, between the two tear drops. Pinch together.
And now you have a heart shape! You can now glue it to a ribbon lined alligator clip to go in the hair, or onto a fab headband, on a pin for your jacket, or even blow up the measurements and use 7/8 in ribbon and place on a piece of card stock that can go in a shadow box frame for home decor at Valentine's Day or in a little girl's room year round!
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