Skills Required: Beginner. You should have a basic knowledge of how to use a sewing machine to try this project.

Hi, this is Jessica from Cutesy Crafts, here to show you how I made this super easy bandana skirt for my daughter’s 4th of July outfit. I’m seriously loving the bandana trend for 4th of July!

The great thing about bandanas is that they are already hemmed, which make them perfect for skirt-making. And, if I can add lace to anything, I will. I love the frilly, feminine touch that the lace adds to this skirt!

This is a very simple sewing project! I would estimate this to fit a 3 – 5 year old child, depending on their waist size. This will fit approximately an 18″ – 22″ child’s waist.

Learn how to make the skirt below!

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Bandana Skirt

Learn how to make a bandana skirt in a few simple steps! This cute sewing project is easier than you think.

Course Sewing Crafts

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Servings 1 skirt

Cost $2

Equipment

• Sewing machine
• Safety pin
• Scissors

Ingredients

• 1 Bandana(s)
• Elastic 1/2-inch wide
• 1 1/2 yards Eyelet lace trim
• Thread

Instructions

• Fold your bandana in half and cut along the fold to get two equal pieces.
  
• Put the bandana pieces right sides together, with the cut edges on the top. Pin and sew a 1/4" seam down both sides.
  
• Fold the cut edge over 1/4" and press it with an iron. Fold it again about 3/4" and press again. This will be the casing for your elastic.
  
• Sew around the top of the skirt, close to the bottom of the fold. Leave an opening a couple of inches wide to thread your elastic through later.
  
• With your skirt still inside out, pin and sew the eyelet lace trim to the bottom.
  
• When you get to the ends, trim and fold the raw edges under.
  
• Put a safety pin through one end of the elastic and use it to help you thread the elastic through the casing. Sew the ends together with your sewing machine and then sew the opening closed.
  
• Turn the skirt right side out to finish.
  

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And if you Want to Make the Matching Shirt

Just iron some Wonder Under or thin interfacing onto the back of the bandana, cut out the star, iron it to the shirt, and sew around it. Standard appliqué process. So cute, right?!

If you enjoyed this tutorial, you’ll want to see our red, white, and blue bandana headbands! You can see how cute they are in the image below.

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Skills Required: Beginner. You just need to know how to braid. If you’re not that experienced with crafts, you’ll be fine with this project.

Bandanas are always a hot summer trend, especially for 4th of July. Red, white, and blue ones seem to be out of stock in all of my local craft stores!

I eventually tracked some down and made these fun red, white, and blue bandana headbands that are a great 4th of July craft.

These DIY hair accessories are so easy to make, and you only need fabric bandanas and elastic (plus some basic supplies you already have on hand).

You can sew them or use hot glue to make them no-sew. Fun for older kids and grown-ups too. Easy, cute, and just in time for 4th of July. Get the how to below:

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Make a Bandana Headband

Learn how to make a bandana headband the easy way! Options for both sew and no-sew.

Course Sewing Crafts

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 1 headband

Cost $3

Equipment

• Sewing machine
• Large sewing ruler
• Scissors

Ingredients

• 3 Bandana(s) red, white, and blue, 1 of each
• Elastic trim 1/2 inch wide
• Thread

Instructions

• Cut a 3-inch wide strip from each bandana using scissors and a ruler. This part is really easy to do with a rotary cutter, if you happen to have one.
  
• You'll end up with three strips for each headband. Fold one end of each strip to make a "W" shape.
  
• Stack all of the strips together and place one end of the elastic in the middle; sew through the end.
  
• Braid the fabric together until the headband is long enough to fit around the head. Trim the elastic with scissors.
  
• Sew (or glue) the trimmed end of elastic to the other end of the headband as you did before.
  

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Step 3: It doesn’t necessarily matter the order of your strip colors, as they are all going to be braided together. I wouldn’t worry about it.

It was really easy for me to just hold the pieces; pinning would’ve taken too long! Or maybe I’m just impatient. Either way, use pins if you need to.

And here’s the best part if you’re looking for a no-sew option. Simply glue it all together with a hot glue gun and glue sticks, one layer at a time.

Step 4: Make the braid looser if you want a bigger/thicker headband, and tighter if you want a smaller/skinnier headband. I loosely tied the elastic around the back of a chair to keep everything steady while I braided.

If you are looking for another fun bandana craft for the fourth, check out this girls’ skirt.

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Skills Required: Very Beginner. You’ll simply be cutting and folding tape over onto itself. This wreath can take some time to make depending on the size of the form, but even this large size (15 3/4″) was made in a few hours.

The Fourth of July is a time for barbecues, fireworks, and all things red, white, and blue. This year, I decided it was high time my front door reflected the festive spirit of Independence Day with a splash of patriotic charm.

And what better way to do that than with a DIY patriotic door wreath? But not just any wreath – one that braves the summer sun and the occasional thunderstorm with unwavering vibrancy. Enter the hero of my crafting adventure: Duck Tape.

Yes, you heard right. That sturdy, dependable tape that’s fixed everything from leaky hoses to broken furniture in our house is now the star of our Fourth of July decor.

So, when the idea struck to fashion a wreath out of this versatile material, I knew I was onto something special. A patriotic door wreath that not only celebrates our nation’s independence but also withstands whatever the weather throws at it? Count me in.

The project is so simple, it’s almost foolproof – if you can wield a pair of scissors and wrap tape around a form, you’re overqualified.

The real joy, however, came from playing with the different patterns and colors of Duck Tape. Red, white, and blue hues intertwined, patterns layered upon each other, all coming together to form a vibrant testament to the Fourth of July spirit.

I experimented with stripes, solids, and everything in between. Each roll of tape brought a new idea, a new pattern, a new way to celebrate the day of independence. The result? A unique 4th of July door wreath that’s as fun to look at as it was to make.

So, if you’re looking for a craft that’s a bit out of the ordinary, weather-resistant, and screams ‘Happy Fourth of July!’ from your front door, you’ve come to the right place.

Join me as I show you how to create your very own patriotic door wreath with nothing but a wreath form, some scissors, and, you guessed it, Duck Tape. Make a door wreath that’s sure to be the talk of the neighborhood this Independence Day.

First, here’s what you’re going to need.

Gather These Supplies

• Duck Tape in multiple colors – Chrome, Red, White, Blue, US Flag. We also used the Ducklings mini Duck Tape rolls in White, Silver Glitter and Red
• Extruded wreath form – we used one that was about 15 3/4″ in diameter
• Craft mat
• Scissors

Tips and Thoughts for This Project

If you are cutting a lot of Duck Tape, let me tell you my secret: Fiskars Duck Edition Scissors. These scissors cut Duck Tape like “buttah” with no sticking to the blades. I promise they are worth it!

This wreath is very, very lightweight, so just about anything will hold it up.

Do you want to know something funny? Our neighbors liked this wreath so much that they wanted it, so we gave it to them! This is actually a picture of the wreath on their door instead of ours, which is kind of hilarious.

But what I’ve decided is that I’m going to make another wreath for the upcoming fall in the same style, and hang that on my orange door – I may make a Halloween version as well. I mean, why not . . . it’s too easy!

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Patriotic Door Wreath

Learn how to make a front door wreath for the Fourth of July! This is easy to make and completely waterproof.

Course 4th of July Crafts

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 2 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 1 wreath

Cost $10

Equipment

• Craft mat
• Scissors

Ingredients

• 4 rolls Duck Tape in multiple colors: Chrome Red, White, Blue, US Flag
• 1 Foam wreath form 15 3/4" in diameter

Instructions

• Place a piece of Duck Tape on your craft mat approximately 14" long. This is the time that you can decide to layer up the tapes if you like. You can use the marks on the craft mat to cut strips, or use your smaller rolls of Duck Tape to layer on top.
  
• Starting with one piece, place the tape with the sticky side up. Make sure that the wreath is placed over the tape so that the halfway point is right below the wreath form. You should overlap the tape a little bit.
  
• Bring the bottom piece of tape up and over, meeting in the middle on the top of the wreath. Place the two ends together and smooth.
  
• Cut across the top of the tape, leaving 2 – 3 inches exposed.
  
• Cut a "V" shape into the top of the Duck Tape as shown above – this just adds a little bit of interest to your 4th of July wreath.
  
• Repeat until the wreath is complete. Then hang it on your door using Command Strips or some kind of temporary tape.
  

Notes

I only had to buy the wreath form, and had all the Duck Tape. Costs will vary.

Note that you are working on a curved surface, so YES you are going to have some wrinkles in the Duck Tape! Don't worry about it. Just smooth them out the best you can. It's hardly noticeable and adds to the character of the wreath (in my humble opinion).

If you enjoyed this easy 4th of July craft, let me know in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out these other posts for Independence Day:

• 4th of July Wreath Made in Fifteen Minutes!
• Fourth of July Stickers for Your Planner (Free!)
• Nautical Flag Sign That Says Home
• 4th of July Deco Mesh Wreath with Sparkly Stars
• 4th of July Party Favors Shaped Like Rockets

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Skills Required: Beginner. You’ll be cutting mesh, rolling it, and attaching it to a wire form. It’s easy to put this Fourth of July wreath together because it’s all about how you arrange the colors. There’s a little painting too for the stars!

Have you ever made a Fourth of July wreath? I did a firecracker wreath in 15 minutes, and then also a very simple Duck Tape wreath using solid colors and a flag pattern.

Both were fun and easy to make, and I knew it was time to kick things up a notch, so to speak . . . it was time to tackle a 4th of July deco mesh wreath.

My mom was the one who came up with this idea and then taught me how she did it. I’ll be completely honest, I love the results!

The stripes do everything for me and are so festive, and then the stars add the perfect “flag inspired” touch on a field of blue deco mesh.

I got to use a little Mod Podge too, which was pretty fun.

If you’re ready to make a wreath, I’m going to show you how it’s done. Once you get used to the technique, you’ll want to adapt this to a variety of different holidays! Learn how to make it below.

Fourth of July Deco Mesh Wreath

Gather These Supplies

• Wire wreath form – 24″
• 10” X 30 ft rolls of decorative mesh
  • Blue (navy) – 2
  • Red – 2
  • White – 2
• Chenille pipe cleaners, 12″ – 100 of them (approximately) cut in half
• Heavy duty scissors or wire cutters
• Extreme Glitter Mod Podge
• Wood stars – I used 19
• Acrylic paint – white
• Paintbrush
• Spouncer brush
• Ruler
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Note: you may need more or less chenille stems depending on the size of your wreath form and how tightly you pack the mesh. As far as colors, you can match the mesh, but it doesn’t really matter. You shouldn’t see the stems.

Cut the Pipe Cleaners

If you haven’t, start by cutting all of the pipe cleaners in half. Or you can cut them as you go, but I like to have them ready.

Regular scissors “work,” but they can make your hand tired cutting pipe cleaners and can ruin the blades. I’d use bigger kitchen scissors or ideally wire cutters.

Cut the deco mesh into approximately 14-inch to 18-inch lengths. I recommend you stay as close to 14” as you can. Longer makes it more difficult to add each noodle as you get toward the end of the wreath. Don’t go below 14 inches, or your mesh wreath will not have the fullness and impact.

Roll the Mesh

From one cut end to the other, roll into a noodle. Pinching the center of the noodle, place a 6-inch length of pipe cleaner all the way around and twist tightly.

Note: I do about ten at a time so that I don’t cut too many pieces and waste product. For the rest of the tutorial, I call these tubes with the wrapped pipe cleaners “noodles” for short.

Attach the Noodles

Beginning in what will be the upper left “corner” (blue field of flag), fold a blue noodle in half at the pipe cleaner, and wrap the pipe cleaner around two wire bars. Twist tightly from the back 2 to 3 times. You’re going to work in rows of three. Here’s a visual.

Each red line is a row of three mesh noodles of the same color, and the black dots are where you’re going to twist the pipe cleaners. So in the diagram above, that section would use 21 noodles. Let me know in the comments if you have any confusion about this step!

As you add noodles, you will want to flatten the ends by twisting with the ends of other pipe cleaners attaching the noodles.

Attach enough so that there are no gaps. It helps to bring the ends of the noodles forward by folding as the area gets crowded.

Make the Stripes

When you have 20% to 25% of the wreath ring covered with the blue, begin adding red and white stripes. Continue adding rows of red and white around the wreath until you meet the blue portion again.

When all noodles are added, see if you have any blank spots and add more if necessary. Fluff everything toward the front, making the back (and the pipe cleaners) as flat as possible.

Finish with Stars

This is what your 4th of July deco mesh wreath will look like before the stars are attached. This next step is fun!

You’re going to use a little friend of mine, also known as Mod Podge Mega Glitter! I chose the Hologram color. This is for SERIOUS glitter enthusiasts only.

Paint the wood stars with white acrylic paint; give them a few coats (letting dry between coats) and let dry. It helps to paint small wood items by pushing a pushpin into the back and holding onto it. If you’re not going to see the back of the wood shape, it doesn’t matter if there’s a little indention!

Once dry, use a spouncer to apply Mega Glitter Mod Podge. Let the first layer dry and see if you would like more. Repeat until your desired glitter level is achieved.

To finish your deco mesh wreath, hot glue the sparkling wood stars to the blue area.

I really can’t believe how much I love this 4th of July mesh wreath. It looks great on my covered front porch!

It’s the little details, my friends. Happy Independence Day, America’s birthday, Fourth of July – have a great one!

I hope you enjoyed this 4th of July deco mesh wreath tutorial and that you’ll check out these other wreaths for various themes and holidays:

Candy Cane Mesh • Christmas • Christmas Mesh • Christmas Pom Pom • Coffee Filter • Dia de los Muertos • Easter Mesh • Fall • Felt • Halloween Mesh • Halloween Ornament • Pinecone • Mini Pumpkins • Pool Noodle • Pool Noodle Floral • Pom Pom • Ribbon • Skeleton • Snowman • St. Patrick’s Day Mesh • Valentine Mesh • Vintage Valentine • Wine Cork • Witch Hat

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