DIY RIBBON FLAG
Posted by Ashley Robustelli on
This is my favorite summer DIY project ever! It’s a no sew project that is perfect to spruce up your porch for July 4th and display your patriotism in a unique way. Some shops sell these flags for $75+, but I made this one for myself for around $20! Such a steal, and super easy!
To watch the video tutorial, check out my Instagram profile. It is saved in my story highlights. Look for ‘DIY Flag.’
Supplies
- Wooden Dowel
- Variety of red ribbon
- Variety of white ribbon
- Blue star fabric
- Scissors
- Super Glue
When purchasing your ribbon, be sure to grab a variety of sizes, patterns, and texture!
*Before beginning, I cut my dowel down to 20″ wide. You may choose any width of your choice!
To begin, choose your largest ribbon and roll a large portion out. I cut a long piece and bent it in half. This will be the length of your flag. Choose whatever length you want!
Reference the photos below for these next steps. While pinching your folded ribbon, place the halfway point behind your dowel and pull it forward over the front of your dowel. Then, put your thumb and your index finger through the hole that was created with your ribbon and grab the tails while pulling them forward through the hole. This will create a knot around the dowel.
Continue to do this with each of your ribbons. Be sure to space out the colors, patterns, and textures across the dowel, leaves at least 1″ on each side of your dowel empty.
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Once you are happy with your ribbon placements and the amount of ribbon on your dowel, you’ll cut your star fabric down to a proportional size. I only purchased 1/3 yard of this fabric, and it was about $2 total (and I only used a portion of it). The size of this portion isn’t important as long as you are happy with the proportions to the size of your flag.
After cutting the fabric, you’ll be gluing it in the top left corner of your flag. In general, whenever dealing with the American flag, the stars will always go in the top left. Position the fabric where you would like, while leaving at least 1/2″ stick out on top over the dowel. You will bend this portion around the dowel and use the super glue to attach it to the back. Make sure to still leave 1″ on either side of the dowel.
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After the glue dries, use an extra piece or ribbon (or lace or twine) to create the hanging piece for your flag. Cut it to your desired length and tie each end on either side of your dowel in the extra space. This is what you’ve been saving the 1″ for!
Next, hang your flag on a hook or doorknob and make sure it’s even. Then use your scissors to trim the ribbon at the bottom so it is all the same length.
Once you complete this step, your flag is done and ready for hanging!
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