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Ribbon Crafts

Browse through this collection of craft projects made using ribbon as a craft supply.

Alphabet Collage Book

Use my printable alphabet letters and these directions and make your own alphabet collage book.

Alphabet Lacing Cards

Kids young and old will have fun lacing around these craft foam letters. Use my printable alphabet letters and these directions to create your own alphabet lacing cards.

Apple Necklace Craft

Follow these directions for making a cute, apple-shaped necklace.

Baseball or Softball Pin or Magnet Craft

Follow these directions and make this unique pin or magnet that can be modified to look like either a baseball or a softball.

Basketball Pin or Magnet Craft

Follow these directions and make this unique pin or magnet that features a basketball design.

Butterfly Necklace Craft

Find out how to make a Butterfly-shaped necklace using a clothespin

Button Box Craft

Susannah Wollman explains how she created a lovely storage box using buttons, ribbon, and paper.

Button Snowman Craft

Follow these directions and create fun snowmen that can be used as magnets or pins.

Caterpillar Puppets

Bear shares instructions for making a fun caterpillar using a sock!

CD Case Brag Book Craft

Learn how to make a cool photo album or brag book using a CD case.

Classroom Container Craft

Create a cool can to carry your pencils using a Pringles potato chip canister - shared by Kristina Nelson.

Clay Pot Pilgrim Bonnet

Find out how to create this fun Thanksgiving decoration that looks like a Pilgrim's Bonnet.

Clay Pot Pilgrim Hat

Find out how to create this fun Thanksgiving decoration that looks like a Pilgrim's hat.

Clothespin Angel Craft

Find out how to create this cute angel craft using a clothespins and a few craft supplies.

Cotton Angel Ornament

ArchHost shares these directions for making an adorable angel out of cotton right off of the plant!

Craft Foam CD Holder

Find out how to make custom CD holders for all of your tunes.

Craft Foam Mittens

Make these adorable mittens using crafts foam, ribbon, glue, and dimensonal paint.

Crystal Ball Necklace Craft

Find out how to make a fun necklace that looks like a miniature crystal ball.

Decorated Ribbon Storage/Dispenser Box

Learn how Eileen uses a decorated shoe box to store and dispense her spools or ribbon.

Dried Flower Sachet Craft

Make one of these simple dried flower sachets for every drawer and your nose will get a pleasant surprise every time you open one. They also make unique gifts.

Egg Duck Craft

Create these little ducks using plastic easter eggs.

Fairy Flower Crown Craft

Make this easy flower crown and then dress up as a fairy.

Fingerprint Reindeer Shirt

Make this fun shirt using fingerprints. A great gift idea submitted by Pam Begley.

First Aid Kit Necklace

Instructions for making a tiny first aid kit necklace using an empty film container, shared by MARY269.

Flower Baby Magnet Craft

Jessica explains how to make a fun magnet using a silk flower, wooden bead, and a few other supplies.

Flower Shoe Clips Craft

We dressed up my daughter's bright yellow wedding shoes by making these rose clips. What do you think?

Glass Ball Snowman

Find out how to create a cute snowman face using a clear, glass ornament.

Greeting Card Lacing Toy Craft

From your Guide, practice basic sewing skills with these simple lacing cards.

Greeting Card Ornaments

From your Guide, make these simple ornaments using old Christmas cards.

Hand and Foot Fairy Craft

Talk about a hand-made craft project! Your kids will have fun making this fancy fairy using a footprint and a couple of handprints and a few other supplies.

Hand Print Wall Hanging

Follow these instructions to make a special hand print wall hanging gift for someone special.

Heart Candy Bouquet Craft

Find out how you can make a stunning bouquet using candy.

Homemade Message Board Craft

You can make a bulletin board for your wall or locker that will hold special messages, notes, and even photographs.

Hot Chocolate in a Jar Craft

Make this fun and simple gift idea - hot cocoa in a jar!

How to Make a Ribbon Rosette

These adorable ribbon rosettes are easy to make and can be used to decorate other craft projects.

How to Make a Ribbon Tab Baby Blanket

Follow these free instructions and you can learn how to make a little blankets with colorful ribbon tabs that any baby will love.

Hugs Box Gift

From your About.com guide, a cute gift idea anyone would love to get, and it's easy to make!

Jar Candle Holder

Instructions to make candle holders out of baby food jars, submitted by Lynette K.

Jar Paperweight Craft

Make this fun paperweight using a jar, colored sand, and a few other supplies - submitted by Allie.

Jewelry Holder Craft

Instructions for making an hand-shaped jewelry and ring holder.

Kissing Ball Craft Directions

Follow these directions and you can create a fun and unique kissing ball or pomander ball using ribbon. For a nice finishing touch, add small flowers to your kissing ball craft.

Laundry Scoop Magnet Craft

From your About.com guide, make a magnet using a laundry scoop.

Leprechaun Kisses Craft

Follow these directions to make leprechaun kisses, there is even a poem you can include. A fun gift idea for Saint Patrick's Day.

Lucky Penny Pin Craft

Christine Durham shares these instructions to make a simple penny pin to wear.

Mini Graduation Cap

Directions to make a graduation cap that would make a great party favor.

Noise Shaker

From your About.com guide, make this mini noise maker using a film container.

Ribbon Flower Craft

Follow these instructions and you can learn how to make colorful flowers using ribbon and a button.

Orange Juice Can Lid Ornament

Use these directions to create a simple Christmas tree ornaments using a juice can lid and photo, shared by Ness.

Pajama Bag Craft

Instructions to make a handy pajama bag out of a pillow case. Great simple sewing project, submitted by Melissa.

Party Popper Craft

Follow these directions and you can create party supplies using a toilet paper roll. Not only do these make colorful party decorations but they also double as party favors when you fill them with small treats.

Pilgrim Hat for Girls

H. Marie explains how to make a girl's pilgrim bonnet using a piece of paper and a few other supplies.

Pine Cone Air Freshener Craft

Follow these instructions to make a simple gift or decoration using pine cones, a string of lights, and a jar.

Pom-Pom Ice Cream Cone Craft

Follow these directions and you can make a miniature ice cream cone using felt and pom-poms. This fun ice cream cone can be an ornament, necklace, or even a bracelet.

Popcorn Wreath Ornament Craft

Use these free directions to create a wreath ornament using a paper plate and popcorn. A great Christmas tree ornament or gift.

Pumpkin Necklace Craft

Follow these directions for making a cute, pumpkin-shaped necklace.

Puzzle Piece Candy Cane Ornament

Follow the directions I provide here and you can create a Christmas tree ornament that looks like a candy cane using old puzzle pieces.

Puzzle Piece Christmas Tree Ornament

Follow the directions I provide here and you can create a Christmas tree ornament that looks like a Christmas tree using old puzzle pieces.

Puzzle Piece Reindeer Ornament

Follow the directions I provide here and you can create a Christmas tree ornament that looks like a reindeer using old puzzle pieces.

Puzzle Piece Santa Hat Ornament

Follow the directions I provide here and you can create a Christmas tree ornament that looks like Santa's hat using old puzzle pieces.

Puzzle Piece Snowflake Ornament

Follow the directions I provide here and you can create a Christmas tree ornament that looks like a Snowflake using old puzzle pieces.

Puzzle Piece Snowman Ornament Craft

Follow the directions I provide here and you can create a Christmas tree ornament that looks like a snowman using old puzzle pieces.

Puzzle Piece Star Ornament

Follow the directions I provide here and you can create a Christmas tree ornament that looks like a star using old puzzle pieces.

Puzzle Piece Wreath Ornament

Follow the directions I provide here and you can create a Christmas tree ornament that looks like a wreath using old puzzle pieces.

Recycled Almond Can Organizer Craft

This idea was suggested by several readers as part of this Make-It-Over craft challenge. There were suggestions for creating desktop, dresser, and other organizers made using empty almond cans and decoupage techniques.

Recycled Gift Tags

Recycle the greeting cards you have received! Make personalized gift tags.

Ribbon Christmas Tree Craft

Find out how to create a unique Christmas Tree using pieces of ribbon.

Ribbon Covered Vase Craft

Learn how you can turn an ordinary vase or jar into an elegant centerpiece using ribbon and decoupage techniques.

Ribbon Easter Eggs

Jan Hennings explains how you can decorate your Easter eggs using ribbon and brads.

Ribbon Guy Valentine's Day Card

Check out these instructions for making a fancy Valentine's Day card out of ribbon and paper.

Ribbon Pumpkin Magnet Craft

These adorable ribbon pumpkins would make fun decorations or gifts.

Ribbon Wreath Craft

Find out how you can create a unique wreath using pieces of ribbon. By looking at this finished project, you will never believe how easy it is!

Rock Candy Craft

Use rocks, paint, and your own imagination to make your own rock candy. It looks good enough to eat.

Rock Wind Chime Craft

Follow these directions and you can make some wind chimes using rocks, ribbon, and a stick.

Sand Candle Holder

Instructions to make simple candle holders out of jars and sand.

Santa Necklace Craft

Find out how to make a fun necklace for yourself and all your friends.

Santa's Key Craft

Instructions to make a fun Christmas craft! Tonya tells how to make a key for Santa.

Scoop of Hugs and Kisses

Use a laundry scoop and some candy to make a gift for someone special - submitted by Kitkat.

Shining Star Necklace or Ornament

This is a great craft for any season. For Independence Day, simply paint the star red, white, and blue. For Christmas paint it red and green. How about making it for a camping trip or night spent outside.

Simon's Ribbon Wreath

Look at Simon's wreath made using pieces of ribbon.

Simple Jelly Bean Jar Craft

Instructions for making a small jelly bean holder using a baby food jar.

Snowman Bookmark Craft

Huma Humera from Pakistan shares these directions for making a cute bookmark featuring a snowman.

Snowman Sun Catcher Craft

Make a simple, see-through snowman. Submitted by Denise Brown.

Soap Book or Bible

Angela explains how to make a small bible decoration, or any book, using a bar of soap and some felt.

Sock Doll

From your About.com Guide - Make this easy doll using a plain white sock!

Stained Glass Ornament Craft

A great Christmas tree ornament or gift idea shared by Minno.

Stick Reindeer Ornament Craft

Use these free directions to create this cute reindeer ornament using a craft stick and a few other supplies.

Tabletop May Pole Craft

Follow these instructions for making a May Day pole out of an empty paper towel roll.

Thimble in a Can Craft

Find out how to make a handy thimble holder out of an empty film container - Shared by Cyberspace Monkey.

Tooth Saver Craft

This is a great project to make with or for kids that are getting ready to start loosing their teeth.

Velvet Pouch Craft

Make a lovely velvet pouch that can be used for anything from a fancy handbag to a spell pouch for Harry Potter party or witches costume!

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