concerned was too large. I can tell you all that the troops and spouses left behind will appreciate these ribbons. We always remember those who deploy but I ask you to please remember the family members left behind also. Some of my ideas for the ribbon included giving them to our teens when they go on class trips or for those who are going to be Springbreakers. Many have spouses who travel for their jobs, even friends and neighbors going on vacations. Just a reminder, I used organza when I made mine so I could cut out around the outline and be sure it would hold together.