Wide D-Ring Ribbon Belt

This project can be adjusted for little girls by using 1 1/2 in. ribbon instead of 2 in. ribbon.

You will need: 2 in. grosgrain ribbon (to get the measurement for your ribbon, measure your natural waist then add seven inches), two 7/8 in. d-rings (these can be found with the sewing notions), basic sewing implements

1. Heat seal the ends of your ribbon.

2.Put one end of your ribbon through both d-rings. You may have to accordion fold the ribbon to get it though neatly. Pull it through about 2 in. and fold it back against the length of the ribbon.

3. Sew across the two layers of ribbon about 1/2 in. down from the d-rings.

4. Reverse stitch back over the initial line of stitching. You'll see in the pictures that I used white thread with navy ribbon. You may want to use coordinating thread so that the stitching isn't so obvious.

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4, only about 1/4 in. further down. This second row of stitches will provide a more secure hold.

6. To wear the belt, wrap around the waist and pull the free end of the ribbon through both d-rings, then fold it back over and pull it back through the second d-ring until the belt is tight. It's made to be worn at the natural waist.

I love the gathering that you get using d-rings much smaller than the ribbon. If you prefer a straighter look, use larger d-rings.