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Ribbons and bows

How to extend the life of ribbons and bows

Gift bows

Ribbons

Decorative bows

How to dispose

There are two ways to dispose of ribbons and bow depending on whether they are usable or unusable.

Usable ribbons and bows

  • Extend the life of this item by reusing, selling, or donating

Save ribbons and bows for future gifts and other occasions.


Unusable ribbons and bows

  • Put into your black cart

Put unusable ribbons and bows into your black cart as garbage.​