Another young bow tie maker, an 11-year-old from Memphis, was recently featured on the “Today” show. “It’s coming back, and we’re kind of riding that wave,” Sivan said.

Paquette bought 40 bow ties to hand out to kids who want to look fancy at school, he said. They also have head pieces and barrettes. “The next step is for us to identify kids that don't have a ...