This project was inspired from a picture I saw on Pinterest, but is my interpretation of it, using what I had on hand to make it.
This banner above is so pretty and seems to have more decorative trims than scrap fabric, but I had more scrap fabric than decorative trims. I also didn’t have a fabric with stars, but did have this white fabric with blue polka dots, so I used that.
I gathered up the scraps that had red and white {and one that had some red, white and blue in it}. Mine is also a bit wider. I guess I should have referred to the picture more frequently as I was making it to keep the size in check!
Lots of cutting and ripping of fabric strips, along with a few pieces of a lace trim I had left over, all sewn onto a neutral colored flat trim. It was wide enough for me to just stick the cup hooks under my mantle through the trim.
I’ve got a check, a script, a stripe, and an all-over country styled pattern involved here. If nothing else, it has made me realize that I need to get {and keep on hand} more lace type trims. Especially since I have pinned several other projects that call for them that I’d like to try making.
I won’t call this a “fail”, but I would like to try it again using supplies much closer to those used in the inspiration picture. I will be on the look-out for some blue fabric with stars, as well as some lace trims!
Linking up with:
Show and Share at Coastal Charm
Inspire Me Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life
Sizzle Into Summer at DIY by Design
Home Sweet Home at The Charm of Home
Sunday’s Best at My 1929 Charmer
22 comments:
I love it--it looks great! But you are right--I am sure your next one will be even better. Have a great 4th!
I think it's cute! I never decorate for July 4th but I'm kind of jealous of all the stuff you girls are making. :)
Such a cute idea!!! Love it, Kathy.
It doesn't seem much like July here today. Clouds & rain in the forecast. Hope your 4th is full of fun!
Hugs,
Lin
Super Super Cute!! I love it Kathy!!
How clever is this. I love it.
It's adorable! Love the blue polka dots!
Jeanine
I think it turned out great. I can't see the inspiration picture on your post.
Kathy, It's super cute! I love how it turned out. The fabric designs are all so cute. Thanks for stopping by the blog and commenting about Olivia's party. It was a great time! :) ~ Jamie
Love the second one..It's gorgeous..Have a Happy fourth..
Kathy, I think it's cute and a great way to recycle fabric scarps. I love decorating for the Fourth. I put my decorations up for Memorial Day and leave them up until right after the fourth. Happy Fourth of July!
Kathy I love your banner. Really a great project and yours turned out great.
Hugs
I love your interpretation, Kathy. Cute!
Well I think you did great! What a cool idea, I've never seen it before. But you certainly got my wheels turning....hope you have a happy 4th!
xo Kathleen
this is such a cute idea--what a great way to use up a lot of bits of laces, too! tfs, kathy! happy 4th!
What a great idea. Looks sooo pretty!
Love this Kathy. So cute. Happy 4th.
Kris
I love, love, LOVE this! If I had the time I'd be whipping one up today :) My daughter sent me a pin of men's ties made into a flag like this and it was cute too but I can't seem to find where I pinned the pin. Thank you for sharing Kathy.
Blessings to you,
Patti
This is a great project, Kathy! Such a cute idea.
Mary Alice
G'Day from Australia! I love your 4th of July decoration and after seeing all the gorgeous patriotic stuff everyone's posting I'm jealous I'm not an American!
Happy 4th and have a great day.
Best wishes,
Natasha in Oz
This is such a great idea for scrap material. I really love your mantle and everything on it.
Have The Best Day Ever!
Aim
That's super cute and unique! I've never seen one like this before. Love it!
Have a wonderful 4th!
What a cute decoration! I saw that inspiration photo on Pinterest and I loved it too. Great idea! Thank you for linking with Home Sweet Home!
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