Easy Decorative Flags for the 4th

When something in a magazine interests me I cut the picture out and put it in a binder. Hopefully someday I’ll actually make it or use it as some sort of inspiration. I cut this picture out last year. I think it was from Better Homes and Gardens, but I’m not sure. Cute flags, huh?

I’ve had these pails for a few years. I bought them from the $1 section in Target.

I looked through my fabric stash and picked out the fabric I wanted to use for the flags. To make them as easy as possible I used pinking shears instead of sewing them. I cut my pieces 4 1/2 x 5″. I think their flags are bigger though.

I cut a skinny dowel into 3 equal pieces (you could use a skewer instead of a dowel). Then I wrapped the material around the dowel and secured it with hot glue.

I made 12 flags, 3 out of each fabric.

I stuck one flag of each

fabric in the pails.

Arranging them a little different

and securing them with beans.

And then I put them on the shelf in the Entry with my new little boat.

Another quick, easy and inexpensive 4th of July decoration.

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  • Sydney June 28, 2010, 10:52 pm

    thanks for stopping by my site. You used two of my favorite things – things from the Target dollar section AND a no-sew project! what a cute little festive display or centerpiece you have there. so fun.

  • Stephanie Lynn June 28, 2010, 11:08 pm

    Oh this is super cute! Love the simplicity. Adorable Fabrics! Visiting from TJ. Hope you have a wonderful week! ~ Stephanie Lynn

  • Staci Johnson June 28, 2010, 11:19 pm

    That looks so simple, and soo cute too!! What a great inexpensive way to decorate! Visiting from tip junkie

  • cyndi June 29, 2010, 12:12 am

    i really like those, i can definitly see my little neices and nephews having fun with those on the 4th!

    i like to find ways to dress up non specific decor stuff, (to save on storage space) so i could cover a clear vase or recycle bin jar with scrapbook paper and put the flags in there..

    or clear vases and layer red white and blue M&Ms (or jelly beans) in them instead of the beans. before the fireworks, pass out little cups of the candies for the guests to eat them so they dont go to waste!

  • miss corner cape June 29, 2010, 6:38 am

    what a great and festive look! love it!

  • Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage June 29, 2010, 8:24 am

    Too cute Leanne!!

  • Makalani June 29, 2010, 9:19 am

    Love it! I have started tearing out pics from magazine that I hope to craft one day as well. I have not gotten them to the binder yet, they are a stack on my desk still. TFS!

  • Eos Mom June 29, 2010, 10:07 am

    Quick and easy–I love it!!!

  • down bedding June 29, 2010, 11:30 am

    This is adorable! I think I am gonna steal the idea from you if you don’t mind. It’s so simple but definitely cute!

  • Amanda @ Serenity Now June 29, 2010, 8:06 pm

    Hi, Leanne! I love your cute little flags. 🙂 They look so neat all grouped together!

  • Julia June 29, 2010, 10:52 pm

    This is darling! I think I saw that same article and loved the little flags. I am going to try this for our 4th of July decorations! Thanks for the idea:).

  • ColleenwithMurals&More June 30, 2010, 9:18 am

    I’m loving this! I think I’ll take it outside. Won’t the flags be cute flapping in the breeze? (I hope we have a breeze!)

    Would love for you to stop by tonite/tomorrow for Fab Finds for the Fourth! Readers will love this project!

  • Ginger June 30, 2010, 11:09 am

    Stopping by from Centsational Girl…love your ideas. I have to know about the clock/wheel behind the pails on the shelf. Details please????? You may have already talked about it before, but I’m new here, so any help would be great. Thanks!

  • Wendy June 30, 2010, 11:24 am

    What a cute idea! It looks great!

  • Condo Blues June 30, 2010, 11:29 am

    I love this idea. I really like ways to switch up the stuff I already have into something cute for the holidays.

    PS: All Hail the Target Dollar Spot!

  • Kim @ Starshine Chic June 30, 2010, 12:58 pm

    I love this easy, fast & cheap idea. And they look fabulous to boot.

  • Lisa~ June 30, 2010, 9:10 pm

    So so cute! The flags are so simple, but clever. Thanks for showing them to us! Lisa~

  • Carol @ Old Glory Cottage July 1, 2010, 2:21 pm

    I can’t believe how many great ideas I’m getting from the Stars and Stripes Party! I love how your flags turned out! They’re so festive, and I’m thinking that this idea would work well for other holidays too. Thanks so much for sharing!
    Happy 4th!
    Carol~~Old Glory Cottage

  • Denise July 2, 2010, 11:34 am

    This is something even my non-sewing self could do, and it’s perfect for a quick, last-minute party decoration. I hope you don’t mind if I link you up on my site. Thanks for the tutorial!

  • KJ July 8, 2010, 3:58 am

    I clipped the same photo. Yes, it was from an interior photo shoot at BHG last year. I love your mantle!

  • custom flags July 15, 2010, 11:31 pm

    Thanks for sharing the tut with me/us. It was beautifully described. Well done. Looking forward for more tuts from you!

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