DIY Patriotic American Flag Banner with Burlap
As simple as it is, this sweet patriotic banner turned out spectacular! It was very cheap and easy to make as well as you only need some burlap and a few mini flags. The burlap gives it that wonderful rustic, vintage look and it brightens up any part of you house that needs a little patriotic spirit. This can also be a ‘sew’ or ‘no sew’ project as well, which is definitely a huge bonus!
Come on ‘lil’ Tink, stand at attention!
DIY Patriotic Flag Banner with Burlap – Tutorial
Tools:
- Scissors
- Sewing machine or hot glue gun (to attach flags)
Supplies:
- Jute string
- Red and blue acrylic paint
- Paint sponge applicators for stenciling
- Star Stencil (I bought mine at Michael’s but you can also get it HERE)
- Small cotton fabric flags (approx. 4×6 inches) I bought mine at Joanne’s during 4th of July season but any craft store, party store or Walmart should have them. You can also buy them HERE.
- Burlap Fabric approx. 1/2 yard (cut triangles out the same length and width as your flags)
Directions:
For a more ‘worn’ look, you can soak your flags in some tea for a few hours and lay them out flat to dry.
Lay out your flags and burlap in the order that you want them. Place the string along the edge of flags and triangles, leaving a 3/4 inch margin at the top
Fold the flap over the string
If you are using a sewing machine, pin to secure
Now secure the flaps down either with a hot glue gun or sewing machine. I like sliding my flags around for adjusting, so I make sure to stay away from the string so as not to attach it permanently to the flag.
Gather your paint and paint applicator. I use a paper plate to squeeze a dollop of paint onto and then dab the excess off with my sponge applicator.
Place your stencil where you want your star and sponge on the paint. I placed a paper towel underneath my flag to avoid a mess.
I wanted alternating blue and red stars on my burlap, so I painted two of each color onto the burlap triangles. Now let it dry.
You are finished! Beautiful!
Time to hang it up somewhere fun!
Wishing you you a very safe and Happy 4th of July!
(I would love it is you would pin the following picture to your Pinterest files!)
Let me know in the comments how you like my DIY Patriotic American Flag Banner with Burlap! I LOVE to hear from you!
Be sure to check out my other Patriotic DIYs….Here
DIY Patriotic American Flag Banner with Burlap
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Melinda
I LOVE how simple this banner is to make and how colorful it is! I already have the burlap and flags, so this would be an easy one for me to make. Thank you Tee for sharing this idea!
Tee
Thank you Melinda! Yes, it is very easy and fast to make!
Kim
This banner would look perfect across my mantle. You have some great ideas. Thank you!
Tee
Thank you Kim, I’m glad you enjoyed the post!
Ravi
Thanks! And thanks for sharing your great posts every week!
Tee
Thanks Ravi! It’s my pleasure!
Dee | Grammy's Grid
Thanks so much! Pinned ♥
Tee
Thanks for visiting, Dee!
Lisa Lombardo
I love your patriotic banner! So cute 🙂
Thanks so much for joining us each week on Farm Fresh Tuesdays! I love seeing what you are up to!
Tee
Thank you Lisa!
DecorCraftDesign
Love the rustic look of your patriotic banner, beautiful! Love to see you again at You’re The Star Blog Hop on next Monday!
Mel-Decor Craft Design
Tee
Thank you! I’m glad you like it!
Rebecca
Such a cute Americana banner! Thanks for sharing!!
Cottage Blessings,
Rebecca
Tee
Thank you Rebecca!!
Sylvia
What a great combination of red, white and blue with BURLAP! Love the bunting! Found you at A Morning Cup of Joe Linky Party 24
Tee
Thank you Sylvia! I appreciate your sweet comments!
Cecilia
Your banner is so festive and fun! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!
Grandma's House DIY
Totally love how this turned out! Thanks for sharing with us at the To Grandma’s house we go link party, I’ll be featuring you on my blog Wednesday morning when the new party starts!
Tee
Thank you Tara! I really appreciate it!
Jen
This is such a cute banner! Thanks for sharing at the Friday at the Fire Station link up!
Tee
Thank you Jen!
Anıl Erden
I love American flag and love your art works so much.
Tee
Hi Anil,
Thank you so much and I’m glad you stopped by!