A couple of weeks ago I came across some cardboard Union Jack bunting in a local gift shop. Sadly, it was not for sale - display only.
So, I thought, I can make that! And make it I did!
I took a basic image of the flag and set to work giving it a more rustic look using Pixlr
First I aged it. Then I had a nose around the other effects and came across one called 'Karen'. I had to use that!
After printing out a load, I used a craft knife and pinking shears to cut them into shape. Plus a hole punched in each of the top corners to thread through the twine.
The past few days have been glorious and yesterday I hung out my bunting to cheer on Englebert in Eurovision (less said about the results, the better!)
Cheap and cheerful!
33 comments :
Looks awesome! Great idea!
These are beautiful, and so simple. I might have to make some of my own after reading this! Thank you for your link up in my Link Party! <3
Love it! It turned out so cute, especially hanging outside. It would be great for a party. (Newest follower)
This is an excellent project - I love it!!
Sarah
http://acatlikecuriosity.blogspot.co.uk
Your bunting is lovely! I want to make some now!
Claire
Well done! How smart of you to print some out and age them digitally. Now you're ready for the Jubilee.
That's really clever! Such a good idea.
I love the rustic look of these- both the digital effect and the twine work brilliantly.
I love it - simple but very effective!
That is a fantastic idea. It turned out wonderful. Thanks for sharing with the newbie party.
Well done, it looks really good. Great to have a go at making things in a different way. Hope you have a good week.
It looks amazing - really great idea :)
Great idea. Visiting from newbie party.
Anne
That is great! I love it and am pinning it for future use (I'm thinking Fourth of July American Flag themed). Also your newest follower! :)
Thank you for the sweet words on my blog :] I had fun with it & since everyone has been so encouraging, I think I shall do it again. Maybe soon :]
Thanks again,
Zie
great make!
poor old Englebert :(
your banner is very cool! Good job!
That looks great! What a good idea! :)
These look so great! I'd love for you to link up to my new link party: http://naptimedelights.blogspot.ca/2012/05/tuesdays-tidbits-2.html
Thanks!
- Sarah
{http://www.naptimedelights.blogspot.com}
Brilliant idea and looks so effective. Love it
Those came out so great! I love the fact you aged them.. and the zig zag border makes it even cuter!
looks great!
visiting from dip and chips.
this looks awesome, definitely going to make my pinterest party bunting in the same way!~
Very nice idea!
It is really effective - well done :)
This looks great!
Love it! Nice work, and thanks very much for linking up!
I live in the USA but I may display this around July 4th, what do you think? I mean it is the Jubilee isn't it.
Janice
Thank you so much for not only sharing this wonderful idea but also for linking your post to my weekly Say G'day Saturday party. Have you been enjoying the Jubilee festivities? We have been watching all the UKTV specials over here in Oz!
Hope to see you again this weekend!
Best wishes,
Natasha in Oz
This looks great! Perfect for jubilee and Olympic time! What a great summer to be British! I'm your newest follower...fellow British Blogger
Rebecca @ heronscrafts.blogspot.com
That is a great idea, you could apply it to all sorts of designs
Alissa@look.find.inspire
Haha, I'm glad I'm not the only one seeing things in a shop and then setting out to recreate them because they are not for sale/too expensive/not quite right.
Very cool! Thanks for linkin up! I would love it if you wold link up again today!
Kim@madeinaday
http://madeinaday.com
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