Balloons & Creative Ribbons

Whether it’s a birthday party or wedding, no event is complete without balloons!

From simple accents to more elaborate centerpieces, custom ribbons and balloons are perfect for a personalized look. And, with tons of ribbon roll colors to choose from, we have something for everyone. Here are some creative ideas to get you started with decorating using your ribbons and balloons!

Ribbon Ties, Bows and Other Accents

use fun bright ribbon rolls to accent balloons you are decorating with Use fun, bright ribbons to secure balloons to a table or other decorative spot. Run a ribbon from the base of each balloon to the table and secure it with a piece of tape or by tying it around a balloon weight. These ribbons should complement or match the balloons so as not to detract from the rest of the decorations. Use multiple strands per balloon for added fun. Or tie pretty bows to the base of each balloon.

If you are hosting a wedding, add unique details to each custom ribbon such as names, dates and other bride and groom favorites. And, for birthday parties, use the recipient’s favorite colors to add accents to each balloon. But no matter what your event is, get creative in how you customize the ribbon rolls.

Get Creative!

Try draping sheer fabric over the top of the balloon and secure it to the base of the balloons with personalized ribbon. Or, wrap each balloon with a festive and personalized message. Need an elegant look? Layer two different ribbon types like organza and single face satin to make your colors and message pop.

Decorations can include a color theme. This is where the planning gets really fun! Order custom ribbon rolls in the theme colors and add text that indicates what your event is. Ribbon rolls can be used to make unique wall decorations by hanging ribbons from balloons to create a curtain effect. Or use this idea to accent a doorway or entrance to the party.

No matter how you use them, balloons are always a fun accessory for any party! And, now make them even more creative with personalized ribbon rolls.

Beyond The Office & Classroom

From ribbon rolls to rosettes, nothing says office fun quite like a ribbon. There is never a dull moment when ribbons are in play. And why should the kids be the only ones to play for back-to-school? Bring some of that fun into your office with custom and stock ribbons. From award ribbons to badge ribbons, every office can benefit from some of these bright promotional tools.

Give Yourself That Well Deserved Award

give an office award for a job well done with these rosette ribbons

Choose from a wide selection of rosette and classic ribbons for any reward type which you might need. It doesn’t even have to be for an event. Just reward yourself for a job well done when finishing up your back-to-school shopping. Rosette ribbons are a great way to give yourself that pick me up you need. Or, go with an award ribbon that is so colorful your kids are going to get jealous!

And, don’t forget your coworkers. Get them in on some of this ribbon fun, too. Give out prizes for your favorite coworkers and your boss. Or, surprise everyone with a splash of color on their desk for no reason at all.

Get Creative with Ribbon Rolls

ribbon rolls are perfect for gifts and decorating around the office

From decorating a coworker’s desk to creating fun whiteboards in the break room, ribbon rolls are the perfect answer for any decorating your office may need. Choose from tons of colors and several ribbon types to find the ideal match for whichever need you have. Or, combine different ribbon rolls for a unique look.

You can also make fun gifts for those in your office who have children returning to school. Ribbon bookmarks are great for adults too. Or tie up a bag of goodies to say welcome back from the weekend. Everyone in your office is sure to enjoy your thoughtfulness.

But, no matter your ribbon choice, remember that even though the kids are going back to school, you deserve a treat for your office!

Fill Your Classroom with Creative Ribbons

Get ready for back to school with a new supply of custom and stock ribbons. From ribbon rolls to award ribbons, we’re sure to have just what you need to spice up your classroom this year. So, add personalized ribbons to your classroom needs!Need ideas on how to use those ribbons? Here are several useful products to get you started with multiple ways to use each one.

Your ribbon collection is never complete without awards.

use any of these award ribbons for your classroom to reward high achievers

These are a perfect way to start off the school year! Get your students excited for reading, spelling, math and every other subject you teach in your classroom with these fun, colorful award ribbons.

Choose from a wide selection of rosette and classic ribbons for any reward type which you might need. It doesn’t even have to be for an event. You can give a student a ribbon as a way of saying thank you. Give one as a self-esteem booster to a child feeling lonely or out of sorts. And, keep one for yourself if you want!

When giving classroom awards to students for a job well done, there are many different ribbon styles from which to choose. Ribbons come printed with a wide array of accolades, including “Outstanding,” “Star Speller” and “Happy Camper.” We’re sure to have the title you’re looking for, and if we don’t, tell us what you want, and we’ll be happy to work with you to create it.

Roll with the flow in your classroom with custom ribbon rolls.

From creative bookmarks to classroom decorations, ribbon rolls are sure to prove useful. And, don’t forget to customize these ribbons. Add a room motto or a teacher’s name to each roll, then use them as a border for bulletin boards. Or, make unique gifts for each student to use throughout the school year. Custom ribbons are also perfect as thank you gifts for support staff at your school.

Bonus idea: recognize each student on their birthday with a colorful award ribbon.

So, give the gift of ribbon or keep it for yourself. However you decide to use these ribbons, they are sure to meet all your classroom needs.

Adding Value To Old Canning Jars

adding value to canning jars with personalized ribbons

From unique vases to preserving your harvest, canning jar value isn’t complete without the help of personalized ribbons. Nowadays everyone is looking for ideas on how to reuse and recycle everything they can. From paper and plastic to tires and clothes, everything seems to have a secondary use and value. And canning jars are no exception.

While we don’t have all the answers for what these jars can be used for, we do know how to step up the game for using them to add value. And our answer is ribbons! So, here are a few excellent and creative ideas to get you going on reusing this great tool.

Decorating for Parties and Events

Whether you’re planning a wedding or a small backyard barbecue, or you need to refresh your home decor, personalized ribbons and canning jars are the perfect combination. Use these beautiful tools to help bring out colors in the room or aid in a party theme.

Lots of people like to use small canning jars as a reusable cup alternative. So, add some decorative ribbons to them to help with the festivities. Fun messages like, “Let Freedom Ring” or “Stars & Stripes” are perfect for a summer barbecue. Wrap small strips of a ribbon roll around the middle of each jar, and your party guests will feel your patriotic vibe.

use fun and festive custom ribbons and flowers to add value and reuse old canning jars

Canning jars are also a perfect substitute for vases. Just add water, your favorite flowers and matching personalized ribbons for a timeless look. These are perfect for a wedding centerpiece, especially when using the bride and groom’s chosen wedding colors. Tie the ribbons into bows and glue them onto the lip of the jars. And use wider ribbons for a fuller look.

Adding Value to Gifting by Using Jars

Housewarming gifts, holiday cookie recipes and DIY bath accessories are great gifts to put into old, clean canning jars. But here’s to taking adding value and taking it one step further! Add personalized ribbons with ribbon rolls wrapped around the lips or centers of each gift you give.

use a place rosette ribbon to add value to the top of a mason jar

Do you often give out a prize-winning recipe or jam? Add a fun rosette ribbon to the top of each jar. First place ribbons are the perfect choice for this fun twist on using custom ribbons with canning jars. Just trim off the streamers and glue the rosette to the top of each jar. Feeling a bit, as they say, extra this time? Order a custom center button with a graphic or special text and your gift recipients are sure to notice the extra effort.

So, it doesn’t matter what you put in your canning jar, just make sure you have a pretty bow on it! And custom ribbons are perfect for making every gift special.

Perfect Bows in 4 Easy Steps

From presents to pretty ribbons on centerpieces, ribbon bows are sure to make any event spectacular!

No matter what your use for ribbon rolls, whether it’s for a wedding or a corporate event, knowing how to tie a bow is extremely valuable. Here are a few easy-to-follow four-step ribbon bows to tie to meet any need you may have.

Classic (or Traditional) Bow

The first bow, and probably the easiest to tie, is a classic, go-to look. It’s the same type of bow we all know from when we learned how to tie our shoes as children.

Step 1: Choose the desired ribbon length and form two loops.
Step 2: Cross the left loop over the right loop making sure that the ribbon tails stay in the back.
Step 3: Wrap the left loop around the right loop and pull it through the opening created.
Step 4: Adjust the tails and loops to the desired effect and tighten the knot.

Your bow is ready! Use classic bows for presents, candle centerpieces, utensils and other items that need to be held together, or that can fit into the opening created by forming this bow.

Dior (or Layered) Bow

Not only are Dior bows extremely elegant, but they are also classic and useful. This bow works well with single face satin ribbons.

Step 1: Cut several pieces of ribbon from a roll making each strip two inches longer than the previous.
Step 2: Lay each ribbon piece face down and fold the ribbon ends to the center. Using double stick tape or glue, adhere these ends in place.
Step 3: Stack the looped ribbons one on top of the other starting with the largest on the bottom. Either use double stick tape or glue to hold them in place.
Step 4: Thread a long ribbon strip through the center loop and wrap it around whatever you are fastening the bow onto.

These bows are pretty attached to packages and presents.

Pom-Pom (or Rosette) Bow

This bow is a classic pom-pom bow with tails. To make this bow, you will need one very long piece of ribbon. Personalized or printed ribbon is a nice look for this type of bow.

Step 1: Wrap the ribbon around your hand or another object 8 to 10 times.
Step 2: While holding the wrapped ribbon, use scissors to create a small notch on both sides of the center of the ribbon. Make sure to cut every layer.
Step 3: Secure the ribbon in the center by using florist wire wrapped in the notches.
Step 4: Spread out your loops to create a pom-pom effect. The longer the piece of ribbon, the fuller and bigger the bow will be.

This bow is fun and fancy! And, for an added touch, combine two pom-pom bows made from different ribbon types together for a pew or chair bow. The tails on these bows are great for accent pieces for presents and decorations.

So, no matter your ribbon, make sure to have fun with it. And now you can start creating perfect bows for anything.