Easy DIY Patriotic Banner

Need an easy decor fix for Memorial Day and the 4th?? Add some red, white, and blue quickly and easily with a fun burlap banner!! See how I created this easy DIY patriotic banner for my mantle in a matter of minutes!!

The Supplies…

I’m using rectangle burlap rectangles from Hobby Lobby for the base, scrapbook paper, Mod Podge, and a little hot glue!!

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First up trim the top of each rectangle (I’ll be using 5) in order to cut the hole from the top and pull threads from each side to give a frayed look.

Secondly cut triangles from the scrapbook paper. I’m using 3 blue with stars and two red stripes. I have a poster board triangle on hand that I’ll be using to trace, but you could also print a triangle to use as a template.

Adding the red, white and blue to the easy DIY patriotic banner…

Now it’s time to adhere the paper to the burlap. You could use any type of glue, but I like the Mod Podge method since it leaves a smooth surface. I’m brushing Mod Podge on the back of each paper triangle, letting it dry, then ironing it onto the burlap. A mini iron works great for this part!!

Finishing touch…

Once all the triangles are attached I need to secure them to a wood bead garland that I already have hanging on the mantle. I found the easiest solution was a drop of hot glue. After the 4th I can heat the glue with a heat gun and it will peel right off the wood beads!!

So EASY and just like that my mantle has a patriotic touch!! What do you think?? I’m sure I’ll be adding more to this soon so I’ll keep you updated!! Looking for more patriotic inspiration? Check out this cute project!!

Angela