I made a beautiful garland for my home using B&M’s bows – it only took a few seconds
THIS season, bows are everywhere: in our hair, on our gifts, on our clothes and in our homes.
The festive trend has indeed taken over, with countless home décor retailers offering beautiful bow garlands to their customers.
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But what if you could make your own Christmas garland for a fraction of the price and get into the festive spirit at the same time?
This is exactly what a clever DIY fan known only as @at_the_mcgillens on TikTok, decided to do so, sharing the tutorial and epic results on social media.
In the videothe frugal woman explained that she had bought two sets of cute bows for just £3 each from B&M, in a cute baby pink and forest green colour.
The rest was pretty simple: After removing all the backing, the DIY enthusiast grabbed the hot glue gun and proceeded to glue the bows together on the side.
“Two packs made one long garland in front of my fireplace – and I absolutely love it.”
The stunning transformation cost her just €6 – or a whopping €120 less than buying a similar ready-made one from chic brand Anthropologie.
Absolutely delighted with the stunning makeover, which perfectly matched the aesthetic of the living room, the woman continued in the comments: ‘So, so easy.
“Pink and green can’t be beat.”
If your local B&M is out of must-haves for festive decorations, they also recommend checking out The Range, which has a wide variety of colorful bows and ribbons.
The video has clearly made an impression on many as it has already been viewed over 70,000 times and more than ten people flooded in comments.
One shouted: ”Looks like I can’t get any bows anywhere this Christmas!”
Another DIY fan wrote: “I just bought this today, planning to do the same.”
“I have to do this!!” someone else was inspired after watching the simple tutorial.
10 DIY hacks for less than £1 each
These easy and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative and save money at the same time
Homemade air freshener:
Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your house smelling fresh.
Upcycled Tin Planters:
Clean and paint empty tins to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants.
Custom Phone Stand:
Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to make a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint.
DIY lip scrub:
Combine sugar and a little honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container.
Personalized Bookmarks:
Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to make unique bookmarks. Make a hole at the top and add a ribbon for the finishing touch.
Decorative Mason Jars:
Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers or candle holders.
Simple cable organizer:
Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape.
Magnetic spice jars:
Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them to a metal plate or refrigerator so you can easily access the spices.
Handmade coasters:
Cut squares from old pinboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to make your own coasters.
Natural all-purpose cleaner:
Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home.
A fourth thought the color scheme ‘gave off wicked vibes’.
If you don’t have a hot glue gun to hand, you can order the DIY essential from several retailers including Amazon, where it sells for just £6, or Hobbycraft.
The popular store offers a handy mini version that costs just £2.50 as it’s currently on sale.
Glue guns can also be used for gluing small joints in furniture assembly and woodworking projects.
The hot glue adheres very well to materials such as MDF, laminate, foam, wood, fabrics and chipboard.
