You have spent hours and hours training, you traveled, you performed at the horse show, and you won that coveted ribbon! So what now? Below are some ways you can preserve your ribbons.
First up is the ribbon cylinder! This is what I currently do with my ribbons. I have a glass apothecary jar (purchased at Hobby Lobby) that they go into after each show. I even write specific details on the back of the rosettes so I will remember what each ribbon was for. Not only is it a great way to preserve them, but it also a great way to display them. It will definitely add a pop of color to any room!
Next up is the shadow box! You can add in more than just ribbons with this option. Include photos, a halter, anything you want! This would be very special for a beloved horse that has passed. Another great decor piece as well!
Turn your show ribbon into a bookmark! Every time you read you will be reminded of that special memory and smile! 😉 For a step by step guide on how to make one, click here.
This is another fun DIY project…the ribbon picture frame. You could easily cut the ribbons to fit, glue, and wrap around a frame!
These other options can all be created by Distinctive Designs by Diana. A whole site dedicated to preserving your horse show ribbons in a unique way!
Ribbon Wreaths
Ribbon Tote Bag
Ribbon Pillow
Ribbon Quilt
Ribbon Banner
And the ultimate horse show ribbon room! 🙂 I hope this has helped you come up with some creative ways for showcasing your hard earned ribbons!
Love these!!! So cool!
Thanks! 🙂
Great ideas, but I’d note for those making pillows, etc., is that the ribbon streamers and printing are not usually very durable (especially if they’re a few years old) and they may easily split or lose the lettering with much wear.
Back them with stabiliser for strength.
I framed my horse ribbons with GoldStandard Frames! They have an online framing system expressly for horse ribbons where you can pick the mattes, frames and place your ribbons. I liked it, but I found out I wasn’t much of a designer, so I called them.
They were surprisingly nice!!! And they’re designers!!! Yay! I got exactly what I wanted!
I have the frame in my office at work! Everyone comments on it, some people even walk by in the hall, then come back and ask about it. Since I love talking about Rex, it’s such a joy! Perks me up during the day!
Check them out! http://www.goldstandardframes.com
Thank you so much for sharing! Will definitely check them out!
LOVE the ribbons in jars. And the wreath is fantastic too. I’m going to share these ideas!
Does anyone know where I could find directions on how to make the ribbon wreath? Thanks!
I haven’t found specific instructions but my suggestion would be to cut the tails off most of the ribbons to where you just have the rosette part left. Most of the time they have a silver hook on the back that you should probably be able to hook into the wreath; otherwise, you could superglue the rosette to the wreath. That’s how I would give it a go! 🙂
I can’t tell by photo what sizes the glass jars are, can you tell me approx. sizes? Thank you.
I don’t know the exact sizes but tall glass apothecary jars would work.