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Multi-Size Fabric Bow for Porch Goose & Dolls

Writer: Bankky N.
Bankky N.
Aug 26
3 min read

Updated: 7 days ago


Want to add an adorable finishing touch to your porch goose, doll outfit, or handmade gifts? This easy Fabric Bow Tutorial shows you how to sew beautiful bows in four different sizes, making it simple to create the perfect look for any project.

Whether you're decorating a 23-inch porch goose, a 17-inch porch goose, an 14 or 18-inch doll, or even making bows for home décor and gift wrapping, these bows are quick to sew and beginner-friendly.


The pattern includes four finished bow sizes:

  • 🎀 Oversize – 8 inches

  • 🎀 Large – 6½ inches

  • 🎀 Medium – 4½ inches

  • 🎀 Small – 3½ inches


Each bow uses the same sewing method, so once you've made one, you'll be able to create all four sizes with ease.


🎁Free Printable patterns at the bottom of the page!


Porch Goose Series tutorials






🧵 Materials


  • Fabric

  • Matching thread

  • Polyester fiberfill (optional)

  • Sewing machine

  • Hand sewing needle

  • Scissors

  • Fabric clips or pins

  • Iron

  • Elastic (optional)




📺 Watch the Full Video Tutorial




Pattern Pieces




Step-by-Step Sewing Instructions



Step 1 – Choose the bow size & Cut Your Fabric



Choose the bow size you'd like to make and cut the bow and center band pieces using the pattern.





Step 2 – Make the Center Band


Fold the center band with right sides together and sew along the long edge.
Fold the center band with right sides together and sew along the long edge.



Turn it right side out and press flat.
Turn it right side out and press flat.



Step 3 – Fold and Sew the Bow


Fold the bow piece in half with right sides together.
Fold the bow piece in half with right sides together.
Sew around the bow, leaving a 2–3 inch opening along one straight side for turning, Trim the corners clip the curves.
Sew around the bow, leaving a 2–3 inch opening along one straight side for turning, Trim the corners clip the curves.





Step 4 – Turn Right Side Out


Turn the bow right side out through the opening.
Turn the bow right side out through the opening.

Use a turning tool or blunt object to gently push out the corners.
Use a turning tool or blunt object to gently push out the corners.

Press the bow flat with an iron.
Press the bow flat with an iron.



Step 5 – Stuff the Bow (Optional)


Lightly stuff the bow with polyester fiberfill, to create a soft, puffy shape.
Lightly stuff the bow with polyester fiberfill, to create a soft, puffy shape.




Step 6 – Close the Opening


Stitch the opening closed.
Stitch the opening closed.






Step 7 - Wrap the center piece


Wrap the bow with center piece until you're happy with the shape.
Wrap the bow with center piece until you're happy with the shape.


Hand stitch the ends together on the back.
Hand stitch the ends together on the back.


Step 8– Add the Elastic (Optional)



Measure the elastic to fit your doll or goose. For reference, I used:


• 18-inch doll: 10 inches of soft elastic

• 14-inch doll: About 8 inches of soft elastic

• Porch goose:  About 6 inches soft face-mask elastic


If you're making the bow for a porch goose or doll, Insert the elastic on the back after closing the center band.
If you're making the bow for a porch goose or doll, Insert the elastic on the back after closing the center band.

Tie the knot and hand stitches so it stays firmly in place.
Tie the knot and hand stitches so it stays firmly in place.





Finished!



Your fabric bow is ready to decorate your porch goose, doll outfits, wreaths, gift baskets, or seasonal home décor.

Try mixing different fabrics for every season—gingham for spring, patriotic prints for summer, pumpkins for fall, or festive holiday fabrics for Christmas.

Happy sewing!


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