Party Time with Gwen Studios

 It's Party Time!

Creating clever and colorful party favors doesn't have to be time consuming or expensive. With Gwen Studios Curling Ribbon and a few simple supplies, you can make your party table dazzle!

I made these favors for my grandaughter's birthday party. She had a butterfly fantasy theme, so these Butterfly tin favor pails (Dollar Tree) and the colorful swirl lollypop (Dollar Tree) were just perfect.

Curling ribbon is easy to work with, and practically goof-proof. All you need is a pair of scissors with a sharp edge. Cut curling ribbon in 18" lengths, then tie onto the object. You can use longer strands of ribbon for larger projects...a balloon bouquet for instance. The 18-24" length is perfect for most smaller items.

After you have tied the ribbon onto your surface, open the scissors and place curling ribbon against the edge. Since I was photographing alone, I'm just showing the ribbon against the scissors. You'll want to start at the knot where your tied on the ribbon, holding the scissors and the ribbon in seperate hands. drag the ribbon firmly in one long sweep, along the edge of the scissors to curl it. Practice first on a few strands and you'll see how easy it is!

If your ribbon is not as curly as you want it, simply repeat the process to add more curl. You can do up to three or four passes, but usually the ribbon very curled after one or two passes.

For the butterfly pail, I tied six 18" strands of curling ribbon on the handle (2 Pink, 2 Hot Pink, 2 White), then curled it. I filled the pail with cookies, but you could use candy or little prizes.

For the lollypop, I tied curling ribbon on the stick and curled it. I love this project! You could make a centerpiece of these using some foam in a painted flowerpot and it would be fantastic!

For the candy bag, I used a clear cello bag, filled it with candy, then tied six strands of 18" curling ribbon to close the bag. Curl the ribbon, and you are done!

I'm sure you'll think of lots of ways to use this fabulous curling ribbon...to make bows on gift bags and packages, for party favors, on ballon bouquets and so much more! Curl scraps of ribbon to make curly confetti...the decorating possibilities are endless.

You'll find the Gwen Studios Curling Ribbon in WalMart, but if you store doesn't carry it, check online HERE. It's only $2. a roll, so you'll want to get a few colors to work with!

There are  holographic and metallic styles as well!

I'm going to be making more projects with this ribbon, so be sure to check back!

Happy Crafting!

Jean

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