Find the natural curl of the ribbon. Even when the curling ribbon hasn’t been curled, it will have a natural curl to it. You will want to follow that natural curl when you’re using the scissors to curl it. [2] X Research source Note which side is shiny and which is dull. The dull side will need to face downwards, towards the ground, when you’re curling the ribbon with scissors. Typically the curl follows the shinier side of the ribbon. [3] X Research source

It’s easier to tie the ribbon on the package and then curl it because then you only have to grip it on one end. Otherwise, you have to tape down one end to hold it in place. If you’re right-handed, place the ribbon in your left hand, and vice versa if you’re left-handed.

you must do this part quickly because if you do it too slow the ribbon won’t curl. In some cases, it will get flatter.

Find a dowel stick (pencil or rod works, too) which you’ll use to curl the ribbon around. A bigger diameter creates a bigger curl, while a smaller diameter creates a smaller curl. Get a length of fabric ribbon. The width doesn’t particularly matter, it just depends on what you want in terms of width. Make it a few inches (or centimeters) longer than the final desired length because curling will make it smaller. Mix cornstarch and water in a spray bottle. Grab a couple of clothespins or clips or use tape.

Tape or clip the end of the ribbon in place, so that it is secured on both sides.

Get your fabric ribbon. When it curls it is smaller than what you started with so always cut off a bit more than you think you need. Grab some wooden dowels or skewers to wind the ribbons around. Get clothespins to hold the ribbons in place. Use a spray bottle with water to spray everything before baking it. Line a cookie sheet with tinfoil on which to bake your ribbons.

Secure ribbons on both ends of skewers with clothespins.

Spray the clothespins as well, so they don’t burn when they’re in the oven either.

That would be about 93 degrees Celsius.

Check underneath to make sure that it is completely dry on all sides.