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1 Ribbons and Bows

2 Bows Important accessory in many arrangements
Used to give a design a finished look Can create a mood or feeling

3 Moods Red and green Plaid = Christmas
Red, white, and blue = 4th of July

4 Ribbons May also be used to make an arrangement look more expensive
Tying bows is not difficult but requires practice.

5 Selecting Ribbons Vary according to texture, materials, and patterns
Assortment of colors, prints, plaids, and many other combinations

6 Selecting Ribbons (cont’d)
Common ribbon materials Lace Velvet Nylon Plastic Papertwist Cotton Satin Acetate Burlap

7 Selecting Ribbons (cont’d)
Give the design a different look. Catch the eye of the consumer.

8 Selecting Ribbons (cont’d)
Consider the appropriateness of the ribbon for the occasion. Ribbon is either single faced or double faced.

9 Selecting Ribbons (cont’d)
Most ribbon is single faced. It has a shiny side and a dull side.

10 Selecting Ribbons (cont’d)
Double faced ribbon has the same finish on both sides

11 Selecting Ribbons (cont’d)
Curling ribbon is also common in flower shops and is made of polypropylene.

12 Selecting Ribbons (cont’d)
Satin is made of glossy fabric. It is the most frequently used and easiest ribbon to work with. It comes in a variety of colors, designs, and widths.

13 Selecting Ribbons (cont’d)
Texture – surface appearance of the ribbon Ribbons used for formal occasions will have a finer texture than those used for less formal occasions.

14 Ribbon Sizes Sold on cardboard spools called bolts
Comes in a variety of sizes Ribbon size follows an industry standard

15 Ribbon Sizes (cont’d) Ribbons carry a number which is in reference to the width of the ribbon. The larger the number, the wider the ribbon

16 Ribbon Sizes (cont’d) The most common ribbon sizes or numbers are 1 ½, 3, 9, and 40. Some manufacturers no longer make number 100 or 120.

17 Ribbon Sizes (cont’d) 1 ½ and 3 are primarily used for corsage work.
9 is used for decoration flower pots.

18 Ribbon Sizes (cont’d) 40 is used in wreaths and sympathy flowers.

19 Tying Bows The size of the bow should be in proportion to the size of the design. For corsages, the ribbons should extend just beyond the petals of the flowers.

20 Tying Bows The bow should accent, not draw attention from the flowers.


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