Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Wedding Ceremony & Reception Wedding Décor & Details DIY Wedding Projects Tuxedo Bow This tuxedo bow, whether rendered in grosgrain, satin, or velvet ribbon, bespeaks tailored elegance. By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Published on May 20, 2015 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Eugenie Verdel The Tools RibbonFabric glue Anna Williams How-To Fold the ends of a piece of ribbon in toward the center, overlapping them; secure with fabric glue, and let dry. Flatten at center and glue to secure. Wrap a second piece of ribbon around loops at the center, gluing at back of bow. Adjust the loops to the desired fullness. To add tails, cut notches in both ends of a length of ribbon slightly longer than the bow. Then, glue the bow on at center. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit