DIY Wedding Rosette with 100 Yen Store Items♡

2018.02.20 published

Rosettes are a must-have for stylish weddings ♡

In Europe, the rosette, which means "medal," is currently trending in weddings ♡ Many brides-to-be are DIY-ing rosettes in their unique designs ♩

How to make a wedding rosette＊

Although it looks complicated, it's surprisingly easy ♡ This time, I'll show you how to make a box pleated design rosette using materials that are mostly available at a 100-yen shop＊

Basically, you just need to make a covered button and attach it to the pleated ribbon and fluttering tails, so even those who are clumsy should be able to do it ♩

Here are the materials ♡ Most of them can be found at a 100-yen shop ♩

[1] Two types of ribbon with different widths (I’ll be using 24mm and 12mm this time)

[2] A divider board with a height of 6cm

[3] Two pieces of masking tape

[4] Double-sided tape, sturdy or fabric type 1.5cm wide

[5] A 38mm covered button

[6] A printed center piece (it's convenient to buy a template and print it on fabric transfer paper!)

➡ Here is the rosette template＊＊

[7] Felt

[8] Glue gun

[9] Lighter

[10] Thread and needle

[11] Dual-purpose clips [to attach without making holes in the dress] → available at stationery stores or Tokyu Hands

[12] Thick paper

[13] Scissors

➡ You can also find convenient DIY kits on Rakuten ♡

Let's create the "Rosette Supporter" item to make the box pleats beautifully!

First, cut the divider board as shown (19 pieces x 2, 2 pieces x 3, 1 piece x 2)

Assemble the divider boards.

Align the divider boards as in the photo, ① place 1 on the edge of 19 pieces at the position in the photo, and wrap around with masking tape as shown in ②. Make two of these. Then arrange the two pieces in a horizontal row of three and tape them together with masking tape to achieve the state in ③.

Combine the three pieces that were taped together in the orientation and order of the photo.

Start taping from the longer side of the divider board. First, combine the item where 19 pieces are taped to one piece, and the item where 2 pieces are taped in a horizontal row of three, as shown in the photo, slightly overlapping the masking tape,

Fold it to the back.

Return to the original position and apply masking tape in a straight line. Be careful not to wrinkle＊

Flip it once and apply masking tape in a straight line again without cutting.

Attach another piece.

At this time, overlap as shown in the photo, tape it in a straight line again. Although it may be shaky at this position, we will fix it later, so be careful not to tighten the masking tape too much so you can tape it in this position.

Flip it over again and cut at this position.

Tape the shorter side of the divider board together, ensuring the shakiness is stopped by masking tape wrapped around it.

Tape both sides together, and the 'Rosette Supporter' is complete ◎

Make a covered button.

① Prepare the button base and your favorite fabric. ② Carefully press the top part of the button to fit the design, ③ fold the back neatly, and ④ press the back part firmly to complete.

Using "Fabric Transfer Paper" allows you to print on fabric with a home printer, which is convenient. Using a template with guide lines allows you to freely insert text and photos for printing, making it very convenient＊

➡ Here is the rosette template＊＊

Next, ① remove the part that will be sewn on the back. ② Prepare a small piece of cut felt, and ③ stick the pieces together with glue. ④ Align the height to complete ◎

It's cute to place a covered button in the center of the ribbon, but you can also use a can badge, a larger button, or a charm for a cute look ♡

The thick paper will form the base of the rosette.

Cut the thick paper to about 5cm in diameter. While you can use a compass, you can also use a cup of approximately this diameter as a template, sketch with a pencil, and cut it out ◎

Lets create the tails and base part.

① Cut one ribbon of 24mm width and two ribbons of 12mm width to 15cm. ② Cut the 12mm width ribbon diagonally as in the photo, and attach narrow double-sided tape. ③ On the back of the 24mm width ribbon, attach tape on both sides, fold it in half, ④ cut it diagonally, and melt the cut ends with a lighter to stop fraying. Holding the blue part of the lighter will give a nice finish without turning it black, but be careful not to scorch it too much＊ (Some ribbons may not melt with heat. If that happens, applying a little wood glue to the edges will help prevent fraying.)

Attach the cutout thick paper with double-sided tape, and the tails and base part are complete ◎

Finally, let’s sew the ribbons together ♡

This time, we’ll make a rosette with two layers of frills. Start with the 24mm width ribbon. Beginning from position ①, once you’ve hooked about three "moko moko," secure it in place with masking tape so it doesn't come loose. When tying the ribbon, be careful to keep it taut for a nice finish, but not too tight to avoid unwanted wrinkles when you take it off; aim for a slight slack. After making 11 "moko moko," cut the ribbon with a little slack and secure the final part with masking tape as shown in ③.

Start sewing the edges of the rosette ribbon together. Sew one complete loop for half a "moko moko," (1 round for ①②, 2 rounds for ③④).

Sew together the front and back of the pleats like this. Be sure not to let the thread slack.

Stop at the position in the photo for the last section!!

Remove it from the supporter while leaving the thread and needle in place. Cut the sides so they’re the same length and burn the cut edges with a lighter.

Edge and,

the edges (where the thread is sticking out),

overlap them so that the overlapping part is not noticeable, and sew them securely. Sewing around once more will stabilize the roundness ◎

Make nine pleats with the 12mm width ribbon, and now all parts of the rosette are ready＊

Assemble the parts ♡

① Apply hot glue to the larger pleats, ② attach it to the base with the tails, ③ apply hot glue again to the larger pleats, and ④ place the smaller pleats in the center ♩

Finally! Set the covered button ♡

① Put plenty of glue in the center of the covered button, ② place it on the base! ③ Press it down firmly＊ (Be careful of burns, as the glue is very hot; it's better to hold it this way ◎) ④ Finally, attach a dual-purpose clip slightly above the center of the thick paper... and the rosette is complete!

The handmade rosette is finished ♡

The covered button, pleats, and fluttering tails come together to create a wonderful rosette ♡

From here, it’s all up to you… ♡

Box pleats are best made with smooth, glossy satin ribbons ◎ You can make longer tails, vary the widths and materials of the ribbons, and use iron-on transfer paper to create unique covered buttons. Please DIY a rosette that reflects your personal style＊

Additionally, I wrote an advanced version article! Please use it as a reference.

➡ You can also find convenient DIY kits on Rakuten ♡

➡ Here is the rosette template＊＊

➡ If you haven't decided on a dress yet, try contacting the "Dress Concierge" ♡ You can rent a dress at a great price＊