Are you hoarding red and white ticking in your stash for Christmas crafts? Well break it out now for these quick and easy stick American flags. I was pleasantly surprised when I made up a batch of these flags for the local store where I sell my crafts. They sold right away and I had […]
Category: Patriotic
Scrap Wood Patriotic Tags-DIY
If your scrap wood pile is getting out of control and Independence Day is right around the corner, DIY a set of scrap wood patriotic tags. Yes, I’ll admit I hoard my scraps. I have a hard time throwing away even the tiniest pieces because I think I may need it for something else. My […]
Patriotic Flag Wall Decor From Recycled Bottle Caps
I can’t decide if this would be classified as a recycling craft or junk crafting. Either way, it was way cool to make. This patriotic flag made from bottle caps was a fun project, mainly because it was simple and turned into wonderful wall decor for my home. I do feel I need to clarify […]
American Flag Upcycled Crib
What do you do if your babies have outgrown the crib? Restyle that crib into an American Flag Upcycled Crib. With so many patriotic holidays in the summer, you will be able to enjoy it for several months. Let freedom ring on your front porch or patio! Things You Need: Acrylic enamel craft paint-red, white […]
Crochet Uncle Sam Hat Straw Covers-Tutorial
Keep the bugs out of your drinks with Uncle Sam hat straw covers. It’s that time of year again. The heat is on and we are spending a lot more time outside. You will inevitably have drinks with straws and lids. No matter if the containers come from your own cupboards or a fast food […]
Chenille Bedspread Flag Throw Pillow-Tutorial
Recycle an old chenille bedspread into an American flag pillow to use it as a summer holiday decoration or as an accent to Americana room decor. An old white chenille bedspread provides vintage charm, while the addition of tea dyeing gives it that loved-for-years age. The appliquéd pieces are quickly attached using a simple sewing […]
Outdoor Decor Crafts-Tutorials
This is a recent article I finished for LoveToKnow. Technically, the title is Outdoor Decor Crafts, but these projects can easily be made for use indoors. Construction of each also make them great summertime crafts for kids. Seashell and Rope Candle Holder Watermelon Mason Jar Vase Patriotic Rag Strip Flag Hanging Click on the highlighted […]
Crafts to Make With Old Window Shutters
Crafts to Make With Old Window Shutters Somehow I had accumulated quite a pile of window shutters, so when an opportunity to write an article on projects to make with window shutters came along, I was thrilled. It was just the incentive I needed to reduce my pile. Click on this sentence or any highlighted […]
Patriotic Funky Chicken Sometimes you just gotta let your funk fly. I haven’t done anything with albums since I made my snowmen signs last year, but my pile of vinyl has been calling. A couple coats of tan paint created the background and then a line traced horizontally across the record, just above the center […]
Summer Wine Glass Coasters
Summer Wine Glass Coasters Okay, these can actually be used any time of the year, but when the weather heats up the glasses sweat badly. Insert the foot of your wine glass inside these “cozy” little coasters and your furniture will be protected. You also don’t have to worry about tips or losing the coaster […]