Start with end in right hand
extending 1" below that in left hand. |
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Cross the longer end over the
short end then pass it back and up through the
loop making a loose overhand knot. Tighten the
knot so it fits snugly around your neck.
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Fold the lower hanging end
up and to the left. Make sure the unfolded end
is hanging down over the front of the bow.
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Pull the bow ends forward and
gently squeeze them together, forming an opening
behind them. Now, turn to the right and notice
the opening you have created. |
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With your left thumb or forefinger,
push the middle part ot the tie with your finger
through the opening from left to right, taking
care not to let the end of the tie pass all the
way through the opening. Use your right hand to
help pull the back loop throughring right end
down "over" left end |
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Your bow tie will be uneven
at this point. Pull the loop ends to tighten the
bow. This is where your personal touch comes in.
You can make a small knot or large knot. To take
your bow tie off, simply pull the straight ends.
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