Materials Needed:
22 inches of 1-1/2 inch wide ribbon (ribbon must have wire on the edge, but of course, with experience, you can make ribbon roses from any ribbon).
Make a knot at one end of a 22 inch ribbon length. At the opposite end, poke out the wire from one side. Loosely gather ribbon along this wire down to knot. Do not pull hard as it could snap. Continue gathering until entire side is completely ruffled and curling naturally. Leave wire end free, do not cut off.
Form rose by holding knotted end in one hand and being to spiral gathered ribbon around knot loosely with other hand. Wrap tightly at first to form a "bud", then continue wrapping lightly so that it flares out and acquires an open rose effect.
At end, fold raw edge down to meet gathered edge. Secure by wrapping wire length around knot tightly and catching in free end. Cut wire end off and adjust rose "petals" as needed to create desired effect.
To make green leaves as shown in photo example: cut a 3 inch strip of 1-1/2 inch wide ribbon. Fold each end diagonally to center. Then fold each side towards center again forming a point. Gather the bottom end and wrap with wire to secure.
Once you get the hang of these, they make wonderful gift decorations attached to ribbon around a box. You can attach them to hair accessories to dress up a barrette, and even attach to a pin (for sale at any craft store) to make a permanent piece of jewelry.
