What To Do With Thin Waist Ties?

I have a Baby JSK that was detachable waisttes. The dress has no shirring, so if you don't fit the measurments exactly the bodice can look awekward. However, this makes the waist ties a bit...silly. So I was wondering what to do with them since they're too think to make into a headbow. Any ideas?

Edit: Here's a pic of the dress. The material is quite thick and stiff.