TOOLS - 4-Angle Dovetail Cutting Guide — “X” Tail Tool (For Ribbon Makers)

4-Angle Dovetail Cutting Guide — “X” Tail Tool (For Ribbon Makers)

This shop-designed tool helps ribbon makers create clean, even dovetail (fishtail) ends without worrying about cutting crooked.

Shaped like an “X,” each arm gives you a different tail angle — from gentle to dramatic. Choose your favorite look, line it up, and trim. You get consistent, professional-looking tails every time, without guesswork.

Great for rosettes, award streamers, bows, sashes, and decorative ribbon projects.

Features:

• Four different dovetail angles in one compact tool

• Perfect, repeatable cuts — fast

• Ideal for beginners and production work

• Designed specifically for use with scissors

• Flat, durable, and easy to position

How to Use

1. Choose your angle
   Each arm of the “X” creates a different look. Pick the one you like.

2. Fold the ribbon
   Fold the ribbon lengthwise so the edges line up neatly.

3. Position the tool
   Place the chosen arm over the folded end so the center of the “X” sits right at the fold.

4. Hold and cut
   Hold the tool steady and cut along the angled edge using scissors.

5. Unfold and you’re done
   Open the ribbon — both sides will match perfectly.

6. Repeat for matching sets
   Use the same arm for every tail so your ribbons stay consistent.

Tips for Best Results

• Use sharp scissors for the cleanest cut

• Keep your fold crisp so both sides stay even

• Pick one favorite angle and stick with it for uniform orders

• Practice once or twice on scrap to find your preferred look