Tying bows can be tricky, so here's a way to get a perfectly-shaped bow every time - the Serendipity Bow!

This fabric bow comes in a variety of sizes and can be made with short, long, or no tails. Add them to garments, accessories, or even make a collection for gift wrapping.

A charming accessory that is perfect for using up fabric scraps. 

Compatibility:  Anywhere you can think to add a bow!

Skill level: Beginner

Tutorial: Comprehensive written and photographed instructions are included

VIEWS

• Six bow sizes from 4 3/8" (11.25cm) to 6 5/8" (17cm) width
• Instructions for creating custom size bows
• Short tail, long tail, and no tail options

Supplies

Suggested Fabrics:

Exterior fabric to coordinate with coat, such as wool, softshell, twill, denim, velvet or canvas. Lighter lining fabrics such as woven non-stretch cotton, linen, silk or Bemberg. Note that for some collars, the exterior fabric will sit against that back of the neck. Consider using soft fabrics for wear against the skin. 

Fabric Requirements:
Light to medium-heavy weight fabric with a little drape. Options include: cotton, chambray, charmeuse, corduroy, crêpe de chine, denim, double gauze, flannel, lawn, linen, rayon, seersucker, Tencel, thinner velvet, voile, and light to medium weight wool.

1/4 yard (20cm) of 43" (110cm) wide fabric is required for the largest bow.

Supplies + Notions:

• Spool of coordinating thread
• Snaps or a lockable brooch back for a removable bow (optional)
• Buttons or snaps for removable hood or Funnel Collar
• Interfacing (midweight fusible)

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