Flip Flops and Corker Bows

I had seen similar flip flops on Zulilly a while back. But I just couldn't bring myself to order yet ANOTHER pair of shoes for Bristol.

I found these plain sandals at Target for $1.50 and decided to re-create the ones off Zulilly.

First things first though- the curled "corker" ribbon. 

Here is how I make it. 

First, cut ribbon twice as long as your dowel you will be wrapping it around.
Then securing each end with a clothes pin, tightly wrap around your dowel.

 Bake in the oven on a cookie sheet at 300 degrees for 10 minutes.

 Let the ribbon cool completely before removing them off the dowel. 

I burn the ends of the ribbon to keep from fraying as well. 

You can use these for hair bows or party decorations- I know super exciting. :)
Ok on to the flip flop. 

So then to attach them I sewed a button on the front with embroidery floss and hot glued the back on to my flip flop.

Sorry for the "off" pictures. I think someone played with my settings ha. 

Anyway wouldn't these be great for birthday party favors?!