Tutorial - Folded Ribbon Rose
Once you have mastered the basic folding technique of these Roses, they can be created from a wide variety of Ribbons. The photo above shows them in Satin Ribbon, Satin Ribbon / Organza Ribbon Combination and Organza with a Gold Thread Edge. Hand Dyed Silk Ribbon 25 mm. For a much softer effect of course you would use Silk Ribbon. The Hand Dyed Silk Ribbons which are available in the wider sizes are ideal for this. The variance in colour through the ribbon becomes shading in the petals, making it more realistic. Ribbon Edged Organza Ribbon 20 mm. 1 : Cut the Ribbon edge at an angle. Fold the ribbon forward diagonally, leaving a tail. 2: Fold over the ribbon starting from the right, making a firm centre for the rose. Stitch to hold in matching thread. 3: Fold the ribbon diagonally...