I'm an original "Troll Hair Bow" sub-contractor from the 1980's. That was when and how I learned to make hair bows. I personally measure, cut, seal the ends of the ribbons for the bows; then I assemble the double-stacked bow-tie hair bow and hot glue the material to the french barrettes and top the hair bow off with a vintage or new button, sport ball bead or bauble. I also can offer customization color scheme and themed hair bows. I use french barrettes because they're gentle on your hair and will work on any hair type.