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Scrap Ribbon Flag Sewing Tutorial

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Scrap Ribbon Flag Sewing Tutorial

Use your scrap ribbons and trims to create a cute flag decoration.  It would make a great decoration for Memorial Day, or later in the summer for 4th of July.  Donna Herron has a tutorial showing how to make one.  There’s no sewing required and it’s easy to make.

You probably already have everything you need to make this flag in your scrap stash.  You’ll need ribbons and trims, a handful of buttons, some craft paint, and a bit of cardboard.  (You could also use a stretched canvas or canvas board in place of the cardboard.)  This would be a fun afternoon project to make with the kids.  They can enjoy helping, and then see their creation hanging on a front door or on a wall in the home.  Go to the tutorial to see how to make this cute summertime craft.

If you’re looking for more fun flag crafts, here are some ideas:

How about a cute flag pillow? This tutorial by Patchwork Posse uses a quilt as you go technique to create a patchwork flag pattern.  You can use your fabric scraps to make the flag design.  If you’ve never tried quilt as you go, this would be a good project to give this technique a try.

Upcycle an old pair of jeans into a flag banner!  This flag banner uses one pair of jeans, plus craft paint and a hanger.  The long skinny shape is perfect for hanging on a front door.  Go to Orange Bettie for the tutorial.

Kids will enjoy helping make a cute flag t-shirt.  This tutorial from Clumsy Crafter shows how easy it is to make!  This would be a fun afternoon craft to make with the kids.  Wear the shirts to Memorial Day parades and picnics, or to fireworks for 4th of July!

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Twist Wire Headband Sewing Tutorial

Cute summer hair is easy with a twist wire headband like this.  Headed to the beach?  To the park?  Just running errands around town?  Pull your hair back in a twist wire headband and you’ve got fun summer hair with no fuss.  There’s no need to tie a knot – just twist the ends of the headband around each other and the wires inside will hold it in place.  It’s also great for holding your hair up in a bun.  Perfect for hot summer days when you want to keep your hair off your neck!

Petro at Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can sew a twist wire headband.  It’s a quick little project you can sew in about 30 minutes.  Though I have a feeling that once you sew one, you’ll want to sew a bunch!  And why not?  Because if one cute headband is good, a stack of them is even better!  And then you can have one to match any outfit.  Head to Easy Peasy Creative for the twist wire headband sewing tutorial.

Are you looking for more things to sew for easy summer style?  Here are some suggestions:

This kimono cardigan is easy to make and dresses up even the most casual of outfits!  It also makes a great swim coverup if you’re headed to the beach or pool.  It takes just a few seams and there’s no pattern required.  Use lightweight, flowy fabrics to create a beautiful drape.  Go to Simple Simon & Co for an easy sewing tutorial. 

Take a basic t-shirt pattern and use it to sew a beautiful maxi dress!  It’s Always Autumn has a tutorial showing how.  Maxi dresses are the perfect summer dress.  Just throw on a maxi dress with some cute sandals and you’ve got a complete summer outfit.  It doesn’t get easier than that!

[photo credit: Easy Peasy Creative]

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