INSIDE: How to make a fun USA patriotic banner from paper goodie bags, cocktail napkins and scrapbook paper. Easy 4th July home decor.
How do you celebrate the Red, White and Blue? In our pre-kids life, we would lounge around the pool and enjoy any excuse for a patriotic beverage.
But now with three cute “party crashers”, these summer holidays are spent doing something. It’s either heading to a small town 4th of July parade as we drag along snacks and sunscreen, or chasing three kids going in three directions at a local carnival.
Patriotic chaos aside, these summer holidays are always a good excuse to pull anything red, white and blue out of the decoration closet.
Like this easy DIY U.S.A.patriotic banner using paper goodie bags and cocktail napkins….
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How to Make Fun USA Garland with Paper Goodie Bag
Supplies:
– Patriotic-themed USA goodie bags
– Scrapbook paper
– Red, White and Blue-themed cocktail napkins
– Craft glue and scissors
– Hole punch
– Craft twine
How to Make Paper Goodie Bag USA Patriotic Garland
Open the cocktail napkin. Use craft scissors to cut the napkin in half.
Gather each individual napkin square and form a bow shape with your fingers.
Secure the bow with some craft twine.
Use a hole punch to create two holes at the top of each paper goodie bag.
String the twine through these holes until you form a chain of paper bags.
Add a dab of craft glue to the back of the paper napkin bows. Glue them onto the top of each paper bag.
how to make a 4th of july patriotic banner
Use letter stencils, or freehand, the letters “U”, “S”, “A” onto patriotic scrapbook paper.
Cut and glue onto the paper goodie bags.
How do you celebrate all these summer holidays, like the 4th of July?
Think of us sweating in the sun, chasing our three Red, White and Blue clad kids around…somewhere!
Another paper goodie bag 4th of July patriotic garland for home!
Other Summer Ideas You May Like:
- Goodie Bag Patriotic Garland
- Use paper straws to make Stars and Stripes stars
- Free printable baseball snack bag tags
- Summertime fiesta wreath using paper napkins and plastic margarita glasses
- Decorate your wagon or bike for a 4th of July parade
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Jen says
And here I am someone who has always been intimidated by making one of these. No more! This is super cute and something totally in my wheel house. I love it! Thanks for sharing this as part of The Spectacular Summer Blog Hop 🙂
Janine Huldie says
I honestly couldn’t love this idea more, as not only does it look relatively easy to make, but also inexpensive, too. So, definitely going to try this out for the 4th of July and can’t thank you enough for sharing with us for The Summer Summer Blog Hop!! 🙂
Seana Turner says
Nice meeting you on Janine’s blog, Victoria. You and I could “hang” as I love anywhere with a beach and a view as well. And Coronado – beautiful. I also loved your answer to her question about your proudest accomplishment. That isn’t easy to achieve, but it sure pays rewards for years and years. Love the banner – patriotic crafts are one of my favorites:)
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thanks so much Seana!
Cynthia says
Came over here from Janine’s blog. What fun! I know kiddos can help with this project, too. I hope you have a great summer and what a fun post! 🙂
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thank you Cynthia for visiting!
Sue Purdy says
Great project Victoria. I love how you made the fun little bows using the paper napkins. It’s perfect for July 4th decor.
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thanks so much Sue! It’s all about using what you have, right?!
[email protected] says
what a sweet and thrifty way to make a patriotic banner. Loved the napkins, especially with the sailboats on them! Pinned!
Sarah says
What a great way to use those goodie bags!!!
Gentle Joy Photography says
Great swag. 🙂
Claire says
Love the napkin bows!
Carolann says
This is super cute and perfect for the 4th! Love it!
Tammy says
Thank you for sharing this sweet little banner! I can’t wait to make one for an upcoming event.
Janice at Sawdust Sisters says
Easy, inexpensive and beautiful! Love it. Thanks for the great tutorial!
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thanks Janice! I love thrifty crafts like this.
Helen at Pleasures of the NW says
I love the 4th of July and all the fun ideas!! Thanks for sharing at the Pleasures of the NW’s DIY party!!
Michelle Leslie says
I’m loving all the things you come up with for paper napkins Victoria. Strange how we call them serviettes here in South Africa
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
LOL! I grew up in Canada and they were called serviettes there too.
Mary Leigh says
This banner looks so cute and unique! I love the little napkin bows so much! What a great project idea!
Kate | The Organized Dream says
This is a great idea I never would have thought of! I love those little bows, too! They’re so cute!
Kate
Jenn says
What a cute patriotic banner! I love that you used goodie bags. It is great when we can find a duel purpose for products we buy. I plan to remember this idea next time I have leftover bags! Thanks!
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thanks Jenn!
Angie ~ ambient wares says
Such a great and clever use for those napkins, Victoria! Turned out super cute. Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday! Pinned & sharing
Sam @ Raggedy Bits says
This is such a cute idea!! Love the little bow ties that you made from serviettes!
Thank you so much for sharing your fun banner with us over at Waste Not Wednesday!
Danielle @ A Sprinkle of Joy says
This is such a cute idea! Love how it turned out!
Teresa says
That’s a lovely idea, thank you for sharing it at The Really crafty Link Party this week. Pinned!
Carol says
A cheerful touch of patriotism for the home. Love the design.
Chas says
What a great idea, love it!
Thanks for sharing on To Grandma’s House We Go!
Kathleen says
I love everything about this banner, especially the napkin bows! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm! xo Kathleen
Kate | The Organized Dream says
It’s amazing that this banner is made from bags! That’s awesome and those napkin bows are adorable and genius!
I’d really love for you to share your banner at my party, Make Life Pretty Monday! You can join at http://www.theorganizeddream.com
Rebecca says
Such a beautiful banner! We’d love for you to come link up on Wall to Wall DIY Wednesday at R&R at home!