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June 29, 2011

4th of July No-Sew Pennant Banner

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As usual around here in blogland I fall in love with projects and then am disappointed when I see they involve sewing. I know some of you are snickering behind your hands right now…I SEE you and I know who you are…grin…because you know how easy sewing really is.  BUT that little machine intimidates me.  I do tell myself to get over it and get to sewing but I always seem to come up with an excuse when it’s time to put pedal to the medal…er um I mean floor.  The pedal on a sewing machine does go on the floor..right?
Anyhoo…I decided that until I am ready to tackle my “sewing machine obstacle” I was not going to let something like creating some stitches on fabric stop me from making some of the cute projects.
Like pennant banners for instance! 
They are just so darn cute, and festive, and cute! And, I wanted one. 
You might remember a few posts back I shared my no-sew patriotic pillows with you that I made from bandanas I found at Hobby Lobby! 
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I just love them.  I think they are the perfect mix of 4th of Julyish without being too cheesy. They almost look sort of “vintagey” (is that a word Debra?)
There just had to be something else I could make with them!  I headed back to pick up a few more of them when I spied a 4th of July pennant banner in the same aisle.  This pennant was plastic and really kind of not my taste and it was $14…and only a few feet long!  What the thump?! That’s when it hit me.  Why not make a pennant out of the bandanas?!
I mean they are already finished on the edges, they are nice and large and at $1.27 each super cheap!
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I headed home with 4 more bandanas and got to work on my no sew pennant.  Can I just tell you how much I ADORE it! It was just too easy to make…it would be a perfect project to do with a child if you don’t mind them getting a little glue on their fingers.

What you’ll need:
4 Bandanas in coordinating patterns or colors (This makes a 10ft banner with two halves of a bandana left over)
twine
fabric glue (I like to use the kind that dries clear)
First you will need to unfold your bandanas and following the crease lines cut them into 4 squares, keeping your cuts as straight and even as possible.
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Next lay each square so the finished edge of the bandana is facing up and towards you.  This will be the front of the pennant flag.
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Then leaving several inches at one end of your twine for hanging, start unraveling your twine and place your first pennant flag where you want it.  Open up your square and run a small bead of blue along the crease in the middle of the square and press the twine gently down into the glue.
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Then, you will need to run a light bead of glue down the left and right edge of the bottom piece of fabric making sure to place glue in what will be the tip of your pennant flag.
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Gently, press you’re the front and back of your fabric together making sure you have a nice tight seal.  If there is any fabric from the back overlapping the front piece you can trim it off for a a neater more finished appearance.
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Allow glue to dry on each flag for a minute or two so it is set well and flag won’t shift. Then, continue above steps until your pennant banner is as long as you need for displaying.
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Drape the pennant wherever you want it displayed
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I chose to place mine along my windows on my front porch
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I think it really ties in well with the pillows and makes the porch festive for the Fourth!
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This is such an easy, fun way to add a little Americana to any space!
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Do you decorate for the 4th of July? What are some of your favorite touches? We love your comments! Share them with me!
Thank you for joining me as we begin to decorate the fence for the fourth!

This post is partying at these fabulous places:

My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia: Tuesday’s Treasures
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DIY by Design: Sizzle Into Summer
No Minimalist Here: Open House Party
House of Hepworths: Hookin’ Up with HOH
Common Ground: Vintage Patriotic Party
French Country Cottage: Feathered Nest Friday
Stuff and Nonsense: Friday’s Unfolded

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  1. Michelle @ between cottage and cabin says

    June 28, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    LOVE this! I am sew-phobic too but this I could handle!

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  2. Robin says

    June 28, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    I sew but this project looks so easy and festive why bother! Great job girl. It really does give your porch a festive flare.

    Every year I have great plans for the 4th but it never fails to sneak up on me and my plans go out the window!

    Reply
  3. Sweet Young Journey says

    June 28, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    What an adorable banner! I love how simple it is to make. Have a great holiday!
    hugs, Cheryl

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  4. Something Nice and Pretty says

    June 28, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    I’m right with you on the sewing, it just turns me off and I’m always seeking the easier way to do something.LOL Your banner turned out so adorable and goes so well with your pillows! Great job on it! Love it on your window!

    Have a great day!
    Rondell

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  5. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    June 28, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Very cute Heather, I am all about the NO sew projects!! Your front porch looks lovely! Martina

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  6. Debra says

    June 28, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    Love it!! Please come and link up for VIF this weekend! xoxo Debra

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  7. Honey at 2805 says

    June 28, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    This is a great quick and easy project. The worst part of sewing, is always getting the machine out! 😉

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  8. FABBY'S LIVING says

    June 28, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    This is great and easy, I would love to make it for my window on the 4th. of July…hope I can find material to go with the Patriotic mood! You chose such pretty and perfect material, I just love this!
    Hope you can visit me, since we’re in the 4th’s mood. Hugs, FABBY

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  9. Judy says

    June 28, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    You did a great job. Even though I sew, I love this no-sew version. I’m not always in the mood to deal with bobbins and thread.

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  10. Anonymous says

    June 28, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    We suffer from the same fear – I’m afraid in all my grace I’ll run over my finger. My daughter sometimes questions me if I really have the ability to sew on a button

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  11. Tauja @ Simply Mod Mom says

    June 28, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    This is absolutely ADORABLE! And I can’t believe it’s a new sew project!! I’m off to find some cute bandanas, in hopes that my banner turns out as great as yours! Thanks for sharing-love it!!

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  12. Michele Smith says

    June 28, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    This is an awesome idea, love it!!!

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  13. michelle says

    June 28, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    So adorable and even better that it is no-sew!! 🙂 Happy Fourth of July to you both!!
    xoxo

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  14. Sarah @ Modern Country Style says

    June 28, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Ooooh, nice idea!! SO quick and easy too – and, most improtantly, utterly gorgeous!! It looks great hung up like that!

    Big hugs to both of you,

    Sarahxx

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  15. NanaDiana says

    June 28, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    You are too darned cute! I soo wish I lived closer. I would come over and you would have tamed that sewing machine in less than an hour! Great job for a None Sewing banner! Love it…is it okay if I SEW my own?xo Diana

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  16. Gina says

    June 28, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    As a person who cannot sew, I say Amen…this is too cool, I love it!

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  17. Susan in SC says

    June 28, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Love the banner! I sew but this is way cute. I bet hot glue would work as well. Now, another project to do!

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  18. Anita @ Cedar Hill Ranch says

    June 28, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Great idea!! I will have to remember this one for later.

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  19. Debbie~refreshrestyle.com says

    June 29, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    Love these! And the glue! Brilliant idea!
    Debbie

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  20. Kristy says

    June 29, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    Love the idea…. so simple, so easy! It’s perfect!!!

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  21. Jan@southernjunkin' says

    June 29, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    Cute Cute!! I have this thing about sewing…I don’t do it!! But I know how to handle glue! Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
  22. Crystal @ Ordinary Days says

    June 29, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    Now this is just too cute! It looks so nice and festive on your porch! I have been thinking about tackling a scrapbook paper pennant banner. Surely I can handle that! 🙂 Hope you are having a great week!

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  23. Maggie says

    June 29, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    i luv luv it, since I don’t have a mantel I have a small hallway table, I use that to decorate then when the holiday is over I donate to Goodwill..
    I am inviting you to our weekly party every Wednesday, would luv for you to join us, you will get more visitors to discover your blog 🙂

    https://www.passionatelyartistic.com/2011/06/2011-4th-of-july-celebration-menu-from.html
    Have a great week,
    Maggie
    https://passionatelyartistic.com

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  24. Lakeshore Cottage Living says

    June 29, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    I was JUST trying to figure out how to make something like this for our wooden fence in the front yard…I DON’T SEW either…and the little machine intimidates me too…so a BIG thank you to you for this idea…now I am off to find some hankys like yours or maybe even just some cute fabric I could cut with pinking sheers. hmmmm. Thank you Heather!!!

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  25. bj says

    June 29, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    OMYGOSH…this is sooo cute and seems easy enuf that even I, the lest crafty person in Blogland, might…I SAY MIGHT…can do it.
    Heading for HL and see if they have these. So so cute..thanks so much.

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  26. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    June 29, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Heather, I am terrified of my sewing machine so this is the perfect project for me! Your no sew banner is wonderful.
    xo,
    Sherry

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  27. once in a blue moon says

    June 30, 2011 at 3:23 AM

    great idea and cut porch~

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  28. alison says

    June 30, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    only snickers of collusion because i avoid sewing whenever i can and fabric glue? my bestie…love this hanky banner idea…thanks for sharing at ff!

    Reply
  29. Vicki @ vickidesigner says

    July 1, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    Heather, that’s a great project!! I don’t sew either, simply because I don’t have a machine. But, I love those bandana’s at hobby lobby, they always have great seasonal ones. You could do that for every season, etc. I think you need a cute little framed printable on that porch table, wink, wink. (See my DIY by design submission #88.)

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  30. Christina says

    July 1, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Sew cute-sorry couldn’t help it. Pennants are one of my favorite things ever and this is such a great idea. I would LOVE it if you would share this idea on my July “It’s a Celebration” link party. Everyone should see this!
    You’re newest follower-
    Christina @ http://www.inspirationforcelebration.com

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  31. Carol says

    July 3, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    LOVE THE BANNER AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL FRONT PORCH. WISH WE COULD JOIN YOU FOR ICE TEA & A GOOD VISIT.

    MOM & DAD

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  32. Becca says

    May 28, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    Oh I love me a no-sew project!
    Your porch looks A-May Zing!! Love!
    xo Becca

    Reply
  33. Kodi Olson says

    December 28, 2014 at 7:47 PM

    Thank you for sharing this! Looks great!!!

    Reply

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