Q&A for How to Tie a Ribbon Around a Box

Try to "massage" and soften up your ribbon before you are going to tie it so that is less stiff.

You can just tape the ribbons to the corner of the box.

Use two or even three lengths of ribbon. Wrap one length horizontally around the box and tape it in place on the bottom of the box, using tape that won't damage the box; it only needs to be long enough to go around the box. Wrap a longer ribbon vertically around the box and tie it so the bow is on the lid of the box, or use a length of ribbon just long enough to round the box and tape it on the bottom again. Tie a bow with a third length of ribbon around where the two ribbons meet on the box lid.

To make the bow neat, secure the initial knot tightly around the box. Create even and symmetrical loops on either side of the knot. Secure the bow with a separate knot or half-hitch. Finally, adjust the loops and tails, and trim the ends for a neat finish.