18. Whimsical Pressed Bow Magnet

Ribbons and bows have taken over contemporary fashion and interior styling, adding a sweet, hyper-feminine touch to everything they adorn.

  • Materials Needed: Soft pink, baby blue, or cream clay; a craft knife; a toothpick; and strong magnets.
  • Step-by-Step Instructions:
    1. Roll out a thin sheet of clay and cut two identical long rectangular strips.
    2. Loop both strips inward toward the center to form the two fluffy loops of a bow, pinching them together in the middle.
    3. Wrap a third, shorter strip of clay horizontally around the pinched center knot to secure the loops and create a realistic tied appearance.
    4. Cut two small triangular notches out of two trailing ribbon tails and attach them neatly to the bottom back of the bow center.
    5. Bake or dry securely, then attach your magnetic backing.
  • Pro Tips: Support the delicate loop cavities with tiny wads of scrap paper while drying to prevent them from sagging under their own weight.
  • Variations: Paint a delicate gold foil border along the outer edges of the ribbon loops for an upscale, gift-wrapped aesthetic.