You know that moment when you’re racing out the door and those beautiful hair bows are a tangled mess in a basket?
The frustration is real!
We’ve all been there, and honestly, those tiny accessories deserve better than a cluttered drawer.
That’s why this list of 20 DIY bow holder ideas is a total game-changer for your craft space or your kiddo’s room.
Seriously, these aren’t just for organization; they transform those bows into the cutest wall art imaginable.
Think of it as hitting the easy button on morning routines!
Every single idea here is simple, super budget-friendly, and perfect for even the newest crafter.
It’s time to trade the mess for a masterpiece.
1. Hanging Display
This one is just gorgeous and such a smart space-saver!
I’ve actually seen this exact style in a nursery and it totally changes the room.
All you need is a simple wooden dowel and some strips of fabric or ribbon.
You hang the ribbons from the dowel, and then clip your adorable bows right down the line.
It’s fantastic because it uses the wall vertically, and you can fit over sixty bows, easy!
The best part?
Arranging them by color creates a beautiful rainbow effect that’s better than any store-bought decoration.
It makes choosing a bow in the morning fast and fun!
2. Macramé Board
This idea is seriously classy and perfect if you like things neat and tidy.
I adore how clean this looks on the wall!
It starts with a simple flat wooden board, and then you drill or cut those horizontal slots.
You then weave little lengths of twine or macramé cord through the slots, tying them off to create tidy hanging loops.
This design is brilliant for bows attached to headbands or elastic loops.
Plus, etching the word “Bows” right on top gives it that cute, personalized touch.
It keeps every piece separate and easily visible.
It’s a clean and grown-up look for the most precious accessories!
3. Leather Strap and Dowel Rod
I’m obsessed with how modern and clean this looks!
If your style is simple and natural, this holder is perfect.
It uses plain leather strips tacked to the wall to hold a thin wooden dowel rod.
You simply slide S-hooks or clip rings onto the rod and hang your items.
This setup works perfectly for thicker accessories like head wraps on the top row, and smaller clipped bows on the bottom.
It turns a collection of soft bows into a very stylish wall feature.
4. Tiered Dessert Organizer
Who knew a cake stand could be so practical?
I love this idea because it frees up wall space and sits right on your dresser or shelf!
If you have tons of bows that clip on, this is the perfect solution.
You just use a three-tiered metal or plastic dessert stand and clip the bows right onto the edges of each level.
This keeps them stacked and separated by size or color.
It’s awesome for big collections because you can easily spin it around to find the exact bow you need.
It looks super cheerful and pretty, like a flowery centerpiece, but it’s just pure organization!
5. Hook System
I saw this setup and thought, “Now that’s brilliant utility!”
It takes two simple, horizontal pieces like shelf rails and mounts them on the wall.
The magic is using small shower curtain hooks to hang your bows and headbands.
Just clip the bow onto the hook, or slip a headband over it, and hang the hook on the bar.
You can hang a huge number of items this way without taking up much space.
Keeping them in rainbow order, like they did here, makes this simple idea look truly polished and orderly.
6. Gold Wire Grid Display
I’m really impressed by this one because it looks like a chic piece of metal wall art!
If you’re tired of fabric holders, try this.
You simply hang a couple of geometric wire organizers, the kind often used for mail or notes, on the back of a door.
The wire design is perfect because you can clip bows directly onto the top wires.
The genius part?
You can also loop headbands or bows attached to elastic right onto the lower rods for an instant, multipurpose organizer.
7. Metal Rod Organizer
If you want a clean, modern look that really makes your bows stand out, try this one!
I love how professional it appears…it looks totally store-bought.
You start with a sturdy flat board (like MDF or thin wood) and cover it in a fun fabric.
Then, you secure three thin metal rods across the front.
The rods are perfect because they let you slide both your clipped bows and your thick elastic headbands over them for display.
It’s perfect for the person who loves order
8. Monogram Ribbon Drop
This is such a charming way to display a few special bows!
I love how personal this DIY looks right away.
You start with a painted wood circle or plaque and glue on a big, pretty initial.
It makes the piece instantly unique.
Then, attach a single long length of grosgrain ribbon to the back and let it hang down.
The best part is that you simply clip your bows right onto the ribbon strip.
9. Board and Ribbon Strips
I just love how charming and functional this piece is!
This design takes a plain wooden board and transforms it with a sweet coat of paint and some hand-stenciled flowers.
You personalize the top with a name, which makes it extra special.
For the bow display part, you simply staple several strips of thick, white ribbon vertically down the back.
Because the ribbon is attached at the top and bottom, the bows clip on easily and stay put.
10. Simple Wire Grid Art
I’ve seen this brilliant trick used everywhere, and it always looks fantastic!
This holder is built around a simple square metal grid, often sold as a dorm room photo display.
It’s so easy because the grid gives you a ready-made structure to clip bows onto every single intersection.
Arranging the bows into a half-circle rainbow shape, like in the photo, turns the whole setup into a cheerful piece of wall art.
It’s super quick to hang up and is the perfect backdrop for all those beautiful colors and patterns.
11. Drawer Organizer Boxes
This idea is perfect if you want a holder that is totally hidden and protects your bows!
I use little drawer organizers like these for everything, and they work wonders for accessories.
You simply buy a set of small, nesting bins like the blush pink color here!
Then, you group your bows by style.
Clip-on bows in the middle, headbands in one square, and scrunchies in the smallest sections.
This system is great because everything is neatly sorted and safe from dust or getting crushed.
It makes morning routines so much faster when you can just grab a whole container of clip-ons!
12. Bow Wreath
This project is a perfect mix of cute wall decor and smart storage!
I love how the round shape makes the bows look like little petals.
You simply use a metal hoop or a wire wreath form and clip your bow collection all the way around the circle.
The little extra touch that makes this great is the long ribbon streamer hanging from the bottom.
This is ideal for bows you use often or those that don’t clip well onto the wreath form.
13. Yarn Canvas Boards
I just love the texture and softness of these yarn-wrapped canvases!
This is a simple DIY that gives you huge visual impact.
You take two small art canvases and wrap them tightly with thick yarn in different colors
Just like the pretty lavender and peach shown here.
The yarn creates built-in, horizontal rows that are absolutely perfect for sliding in small accessories and clipping bows right into the fibers.
Since the yarn is slightly bulky, it holds every clip and pin firmly in place.
14. Decorative Ladder Hanger
I’ve seen this cute idea used for lots of tiny items, and it works so well for hair accessories!
This design uses small wooden dowels threaded onto colorful macramé or braided twine to create a mini ladder.
It’s the perfect spot to hang thicker things, like those adorable banana clips or claw clips, by sliding them over the dowel rungs.
I also love the sweet detail of the tiny bows tied along the sides for extra flair.
15. Simple Clothesline Display
I absolutely love how charming and playful this idea is!
It turns your bow collection into a tiny laundry line, which is super cute.
You just run a piece of twine or string underneath a shelf or from one wall hook to another.
Then, grab a bag of those miniature wooden clothespins.
This is a brilliant way to display many different colors and patterns all at once.
It’s affordable, requires almost no tools, and uses that empty space below a shelf perfectly!
16. IKEA Rail and Hook System
This is a true organization powerhouse!
I absolutely love this idea for anyone with a huge collection.
It uses the simple, rail-style picture ledges or kitchen utensil racks from IKEA.
You mount them horizontally, then use the hooks or clips that come with the system to hang your items.
This setup is amazing because it holds three rows of looped headbands and bows, which are sorted by style and color here.
17. Pegboard and Dowel Rod
I’ve made something similar using a leftover piece of painted wood.
The genius is in the two parts.
The top uses a simple painted pegboard to hang small keychains or tiny bow clips on little hooks.
Below that, you mount a couple of metal towel bars or thin dowels.
This setup is amazing because it lets you hang medium and large bows right over the bars.
The hooks on the lower bar are perfect for scarves, collars, or even more accessories.
It keeps lots of different items neatly grouped together.
This makes it a super efficient closet organizer that looks pretty too!
18. Polka Dot Clip Board
This is another view of the clever board and rod idea, and it really shows off how you can customize the colors!
I love this light blue polka dot fabric, it’s so cheerful and bright.
You take a sturdy board and cover it with your favorite patterned cloth.
Then secure thin metal rods right over it.
The secret here is making sure the rods stand out far enough to hold bulky items, like scrunchies and thick headbands.
The polished, shiny metal looks so chic against the soft fabric.
Plus, the top section is great for pins or tiny clips that you hang on simple nails or pegs!
19. Chunky Yarn Wall Hanging
This is a wonderful choice if you want your bow holder to feel soft and bohemian!
I love the texture of this one.
It’s like a cozy blanket for your accessories.
You just hang different strands of thick, chunky yarn or fabric strips from a small dowel rod.
The strips can be braided or looped like macramé to add more visual interest.
The best part is that all of your clip-on bows slide or clip right into the fibers of the yarn and hang without slipping.
20. Rainbow Drawer Dividers
If you hate seeing clutter, this out-of-sight solution is simply the best!
I saw this used in a vintage dresser and it looked stunning when the drawer was opened.
You just use clear plastic drawer dividers to section off a large drawer.
The magic comes from sorting your clip-on bows into a beautiful rainbow gradient inside those dividers.
It keeps everything perfectly separated by color, so you know exactly where the purple or red bows are.
This keeps your bedroom surfaces completely clean.