How to Make a Fairy Headband

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find a suitable headband.

   Ensure that the fit is comfortable for the wearer before proceeding.
   
   Choose a headband in the color you'd like to show through.
   
   If this isn't possible, select ribbon in that color and wrap it around the headband.
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   Step 2: Find the flowers.

   Do you want artificial flowers or real flowers? Artificial flowers are easier to add––they only require gluing.
   
   Fresh flowers will take a bit more work with wire, etc.
   
   This method focuses on the artificial variety.
   
   Sourcing the flowers:
   Craft stores, remove from hair clips, thrift store finds, etc.
   
   You could even make your own. , There is no hard and fast rule about how a fairy might like flowers to be arranged; that's up to you to be creative about! But some ideas that you might like to consider include:
   A row of the same flower in the same color across the entire headband.
   
   For example, a row of sweet small pink satin roses.
   
   A few large flowers placed in one spot of the headband, with the rest of the headband left free of embellishment (the method images here show such a result).
   
   A mixture of flowers of differing sizes.
   
   Flowers entwined with leaves, stems and artificial gems.
   
   Any other ideas you have for fairy-like floral arrangements. , Use glue suitable for attaching fabric to the headband material.
   
   As you're gluing, wipe off any congealed glue to ensure that it doesn't create unsightly blobs when dried. , Read the instructions on the glue package for details on drying times. , Make any adjustments as needed. , It's time to add the fairy costume and head off to the party!
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   Step 3: Design the flower fairy arrangement before gluing in place.

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   Step 4: Fix the flowers in place on the headband.

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   Step 5: Leave the flowers to dry on the headband.

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   Step 6: Try the floral fairy headband on.

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   Step 7: Finished.

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