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crafting, girls, kids, tutorial · July 12, 2016

DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings

Today’s DIY is for the tiny dancer in your life (cue Sir Elton John…).

DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com

I had seen cute ribbon rings made with wood rings before, but at one of my daughter’s dance classes, they brought out ribbon on elastic rings that they can wear like bracelets, and they were a BIG hit with the kids. I knew I had to DIY some of our own to use at home!

DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com

They are SO fun to use (not that I know first hand or anything ;)) and they seem to inspire endless amounts of creative dancing fun.

Plus, they are a cinch to make and they cost very little if you catch a sale on ribbons. I think they would make great party favors. I’m actually already planning on making these for her next birthday party!

DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com

MATERIALS

ribbon – 2 yards of each color*

elastic

matching thread

clover clips (or small binder clips)

scissors

candle and match (to singe ribbon ends)

*Notes:

  • You can use any kind of ribbon you desire in any width you want. I personally prefer thinner grosgrain ribbon because it gives a more proportional and professional finish.
  • You can also use any color scheme. Go monochrome in their favorite color, choose their favorite sport team’s colors, or just mix it up. My daughter is obsessed with drawing rainbows, so I knew she’d appreciate an assortment. DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com

Step One: Prepare ribbon and elastic.

  • Cut pairs of ribbon strips each a yard long, one for each wrist.
  • Measure elastic around the recipient’s wrist, add an inch, and then cut two pieces. If you have to guess for wrist measurement, about four inches for a toddler is probably about right. The elastic makes sizing flexible. DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com

Step Two: Clip ribbon and elastic together.

  • Fold the elastic into a loop, overlapping the ends by about half an inch.
  • Bundle the ribbon together and fold in half. Clip ribbon to the elastic at the point of overlap.

DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com

Step Three: Sew ribbon in place.

  • Using a zig zag stitch, sew back and forth over the ribbon, thus securing the ribbon to the elastic and sewing the elastic loop in place.
  • Trim down any overhanging elastic.

DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com

Step Four: Finish raw edges.

  • Using a lit candle, singe the ends of all the ribbons. You may also singe the raw edges of the elastic, but be careful, as it can be flammable.
  • Alternatively, you may use fray check to seal the ends of the ribbon. I chose to singe the ends, because kids tend to suck on stuff like this and I didn’t want her to potentially suck on the harsh fray check chemicals.

DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com

Now your ribbon rings are ready to party!

DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com DIY Dancing Ribbon Rings // www.deliacreates.com

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  1. Kathleen says

    July 12, 2016 at 11:09 AM

    So cute!

    Reply
    • Delia says

      July 18, 2016 at 5:07 PM

      Thank you Kathleen!

      Reply
  2. Leigh Anne says

    July 12, 2016 at 3:17 PM

    These are awesome!! Saw them on you IG feed…I’m pharmgal22 over there ☺️. I think I have everything on hand to make these!! My girls will love them!! And great party favor idea, like u said ?

    Reply
    • Delia says

      July 18, 2016 at 5:08 PM

      Hi Leigh Anne! Totally. And I love projects I don’t have to go shopping for. The. Best. 🙂

      Reply
  3. Charity says

    July 12, 2016 at 8:38 PM

    Oh my goodness, my girls would LOVE these! I’m imagining them with a combination of satin and sheer ribbons. I love that it has elastic instead of a wooden ring!

    Reply
    • Delia says

      July 18, 2016 at 5:06 PM

      Yes! That would be so fun!

      Reply

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