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How to Make a Double Bow Headband for a Porch Goose and Doll

Writer: Bankky N.
Bankky N.
2 minutes ago
3 min read

Welcome to Episode 12 of my Porch Goose Sewing Series!

In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to make a Double Bow Headband for your porch goose or doll.


This pattern is designed to fit 14-inch and 18-inch dolls, and 17-inch and 23-inch porch geese. Choose the matching pattern size before you begin.


Follow along step by step as we attach the elastic, gather the two bow layers, and wrap the center piece around the bow and headband for a neat finish.



What You’ll Need

  • Felt

  • Elastic

  • Matching thread and a sewing needle

  • Scissors

  • Pins or sewing clips


Elastic Cutting Lengths

Cut one piece of elastic using the measurements below.

Pattern size

Elastic length

14-inch doll

2.5 inches

18-inch doll

2.5 inches

17-inch porch goose

2 inches

23-inch porch goose

2.5 inches


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Print and cut out the pattern pieces





🪡 Cutting Guide




Step 1: Attach the Elastic


Cut the elastic to the correct length for your chosen size.
Cut the elastic to the correct length for your chosen size.
Sew one end of the elastic to one end of the headband.
Sew one end of the elastic to one end of the headband.
then sew the other end to the opposite end of the headband. Secure your stitching at both ends.
then sew the other end to the opposite end of the headband. Secure your stitching at both ends.


Step 2: Align the Bow Layers


Place the two prepared bow layers together, lining up their centers.
Place the two prepared bow layers together, lining up their centers.



Step 3: Sew a Running Stitch to Gather and Pinch the Center


Using a needle and thread, sew a running stitch along the center of the layered bow pieces. Gently pull the thread to gather the bow layers.
Using a needle and thread, sew a running stitch along the center of the layered bow pieces. Gently pull the thread to gather the bow layers.

Wrap the thread around the pinched center several times to hold the gathers in place. Tie the thread securely.
Wrap the thread around the pinched center several times to hold the gathers in place. Tie the thread securely.



Step 4: Position the Bow on the Headband


Place the double bow on the headband, lineup center with the band and hold the pieces together
Place the double bow on the headband, lineup center with the band and hold the pieces together



Step 5: Wrap the Center Piece


Wrap the fabric center piece around the middle of both the bow and the headband. This holds the bow and band together and covers the gathered center.
Wrap the fabric center piece around the middle of both the bow and the headband. This holds the bow and band together and covers the gathered center.


Bring the ends of the center piece to the back and sew them securely in place.
Bring the ends of the center piece to the back and sew them securely in place.
Keep the stitches neat and hidden at the back.
Keep the stitches neat and hidden at the back.

Your Double Bow Headband Is Finished!


Fluff and adjust the bow layers, then slip the headband onto your doll or porch goose. Try different fabrics to create a look for everyday decorating, holidays, or the changing seasons!





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