Making awareness ribbons is a fun way to demonstrate your understanding of climate change. By making awareness ribbons, you can show others how you care about the environment and help them understand what they are seeing is important.
You do not need a lot of supplies to make these. All you need are some clear tape or cellophane grocery bags and some extras of any products you plan to give out during the event or after the event has ended.
The best way to make your ribbons is to start with a short one and then add more length until you are finished with all of the event or Finals Week at the conference.
Contents:
Choose your cause(s)
While it is fun to try and make awareness ribbons for every cause you love, it is even more meaningful to create awareness ribbons for your cause.
Why? Because when people see your ribbon, they will be encouraged to do the same!
Making a ribbon for a cause you care about can help generate momentum to continue funding your cause. It is also fun to do together with your friends and family members, so why not do it.
By using a non-profit as your cause, you are more likely to receive support from the community. You may also be able to receive support from the government as well, as the country’s foundation may fund non-profits that focus on issues that affect people.
Download here (http://www.makingawarenessribbonscampaign.com/content/text_text_text) an easy guide on how to make awareness ribbons.
Get supplies
Most businesses that sell awareness ribbons will offer a kit. These kits can include things such as paper awareness ribbons, computer Aha! printed awareness ribbons, and in-plant printed awareness ribbons. Each of these has its own benefits and you can create your own kit or mix and match to create more options.
Some companies will even do the hard work for you by printing theawareness ribbon, designing the font, and creating the shape. The only way to get this is by having the business buy it from the supplier, but it is cost effective compared to having to make yourself one.
A paper ribbon is usually made out of recycled paper so there is no nipping of glue sides when cutting it. The thickness of the ribbon can be changed to fit what size awareness ribbon you want to make.
The thickness does depend on what material though as some thicker ones are better for print than others.
Decide how long you want your ribbon to be
When creating your awareness ribbon, make sure to take your time to measure your dog. A common mistake is to cut the ribbon too short or to cut it long and skinny.
Too short: This can result in your dog being blind or not being able to tell when a transition is happening. A short awareness ribbon may look nice, but it will be thin and may not last long.
This can result in your dog being blind or not being able to tell when a transition is happening. A short awareness ribbon may look nice, but it will be thin and may not last long. Too long: This can result in my dog wearing off before the rest of me does. A long awareness ribbon may be overkill and create a prideful attitude towards my dog.
This may result in my dog wearing off before the rest of me does. A longawareness Ribbonmay be overkill and create a prideful attitude towards my dog.
Fold your ribbon
Now is the time to fold your awareness ribbon. Begin by placing one end of the ribbon in the center of the other end.
Then, gently but firmly pull the two ends of the ribbon together until they are close to touching. This causes it to become increasingly harder for others to see your message.
Secure the fold with hot glue or tape
Once your ribbon is laid out, let it cool completely before handling. If you have to fold the ribbon in two or three sections to make them longer, let it sit until next time.
To fold the ribbon, first remove one end and then the other. Solder them together and then start wrapping. When you get half way through, take a break and re-start wrapping. It takes about an hour to be done!
To undo the knot, first untangle one end from the other, then carefully untuck the knot from the rest of the ribbon. You can now easily wrap it up again if you need to.
Place the ribbons on a flat surface until dry
Once your awareness ribbon is made, let it dry completely before using. This ensures that the barcode and texture are properly registered, and that the ribbon is fully secured.
To use, cut them about one inch long and fold in the middle. Then wrap them around a object or person to display!
Now you can add graphics or messages to them to make them more creative. You can add your name or a slogan to a regular awareness ribbon, for example.
Heavier awareness ribbons may need more than one cut of the ribbon to fit all sides. Regular awareness ribbons do not need any cutting! Make sure to check your ribbon for any cuts before attempting to stretch them!
If you have difficulty stretching your awareness ribbons, try heating the material slightly first! They are only resistant to heat if they are soft enough to stretch.
Hang your ribbons to show support for your cause(s)
While awareness ribbons are a great way to show support for your organization, you can also make them by hanging them from a tree, on a wall, or even in your yard!
Making awareness ribbon is a fun way to do some quick work off the computer and back. You can create many types of awareness ribbon such as flags, banners, and even crocheted ones.
By doing this extra effort, you are giving yourself an extra reward for your hard work. You will also be able to give yourself a difficult time telling that this was done out of love rather than just needing to make money.
Many people purchase their Awareness Ribbons through Web sites or Facebook groups, so taking your new ribbonmakers to show them how to make ones is a good way to start.
Share with friends and family who support your cause(s)[
Creating awareness ribbons is a great way to make a difference. Using the same techniques as making cards and posters, you can create many times to share your cause(s).
Cardmaking is your favorite way to make a difference. There are many ways to help spread awareness of causes you support. Make some cards for your friends, family, or yourself!
There are many ways to support awareness ribbons. Some people use them as decorations on bags or clothing, or make them representing specific causes such as red for blood cells, white for bone calcium, and gray for general non-perishable foods.