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Diy Hair Ties - Fun And Super Easy!

By Damjana Jakos • Last updated on Jan 17, 2024 • This post may contain affiliate links.

Aren't these diy hair ties just irresistibly cute! They are so easy to make and comfortable to wear. In these bright colors, a perfect diy springtime hair accessory!

This tutorial will show you how to sew a bunch of knotted hair ties using my free knotted bow hair ties pattern. It's part of the free scrunchie pattern in the shop - scroll down to get the free pattern link!

diy hair ties

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Table Of Contents
  • Finished Size
  • Supplies
  • How to Make Fabric Hair Ties
  • How to get the FREE Diy Hair Tie Knot Bow Template
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Want fun? See how to make hair ties with a diy knot bow. It's the perfect hair tie for ponytails! The free pattern is part of the free scrunchie pattern in the shop (no coupon needed, scroll to the bottom for the link)

It's perfect for topping off a high ponytail and for anybody who wants a bow but doesn't like headbands. (Oh, you want a headband too? - this free diy headband tutorial!)

Finished Size

The bow measures approximately 5" (12 cm) from tip to tip and is perfect for both adults and children. Good for a matching look with mommy & daughter too.

fabric knot bow hair ties in yellow, pink and blue colors

Supplies

This is what you need to sew a diy hair tie:

  • fabric scraps
  • hair elastic (my favs are these soft cotton hair ties or these Ouchless Hair elastics)
  • a point turner or a chopstick for turning
  • sewing machine or needle, thread, pins or sewing clips
  • scissors or rotary cutter plus cutting mat (I use this one by Olfa)
  • printable PDF template for the Mini Knot Bow piece – part of the FREE Scrunchie PDF, scroll to the end of this tutorial for the link.

How to Make Fabric Hair Ties

Use the free template for the Mini Knot Bow (link to the FREE listing in my shop is at the bottom of this tutorial)

Step 1 - Cut the pieces for the Mini knot bow

yellow fabric pieces cut for a knot bow fabric tie

Use the free template (link below) to cut two pieces of the mini knot bow pieces.

Step 2 - Sewing Step

yellow fabric pieces sewn together

Place the two pieces with the right sides together and sew around with a ¼" (6 mm) seam allowance, leaving 2" (5 cm) unsewn somewhere in the middle of the piece.

Step 3 - Trim

trimming the seam allowance

Once you've finished sewing, trim the seam allowance, not cutting into the seam. Feel free to either cut notches into the curved parts or use pinking shears. This will reduce the bulk.

Step 4 - turn right Side out

fabric project being turned right side out with a chopstick

Turn the piece right side out, first one side and then the other. Fold the seam allowance on the opening towards the inside and press.

Step 5 - Close the Turning Opening

yellow knot bow fabric piece sewn

Stitch the opening closed using invisible stitching.

Step 6 - Attach to Elastic band

steps to knot a knot bow

Finally, tie the finished piece onto the elastic band, making a simple knot. Congrats, you've made a beautiful, unique elastic hair tie to hold your hair in place. And all you needed was just a scrap of fabric and some thread. How cool is that!

How to get the FREE Diy Hair Tie Knot Bow Template

The MINI KNOT BOW is part of a different FREE pattern - the scrunchie pattern. Get it from the shop here – absolutely FREE!

Use the free template for the Mini Knot Bow from my free scrunchie pattern in the SHOP at this LINK (click on SCRUNCHIE pattern)

As always, I’d love to see if you’ve made diy hair bands using this tutorial. Please post a picture to Instagram and tag me @applegreencottage or #applegreencottage – so I can take a look!

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diy hair ties with knot bows in bright colors

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Comments

  1. Amanda Geldart says

    May 21, 2024 at 7:39 am

    Do you perhaps have a pattern for a bucket hat - all sizes

    Reply
    • Damjana Jakos says

      May 24, 2024 at 6:29 pm

      Amanda yes! It's super popular - https://www.applegreencottage.com/tutorial-cute-bucket-hat/
      Enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Marci says

    March 29, 2021 at 7:20 pm

    How CUTE are these?! Our granddaughters love wearing braids. I better get busy making some of these darling bows! pinning and sharing on Facebook -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

    Reply

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