Hi friends! Today I’m sharing this festive red, white, and blue DIY bandana wreath that was SO simple to make. You’ll love how easy it is to make cute home decor on a budget!
It’s been a little while since I did a craft project and I was reminded how much faster they are than painting a big piece of furniture! This one took me about 30 minutes, but that’s only because I kept stopping to take pictures.
Supplies needed for the DIY bandana wreath
- Wreath form (whatever size you’d like)
- Red, white, and blue bandanas (I used one of each)
- Scissors
- Thin string for hanging
How to make an easy bandana wreath
First I cut the bandanas into approximately 3-inch strips. I didn’t measure, I just eyeballed it.
Also, don’t worry if your lines aren’t perfectly straight.
I folded the strip into a U under the wreath and pinched the two ends together…
And pulled them down over the wreath and through the loop to make a knot.
Pull it tight and fluff the ends as needed.
Repeat until your wreath is full and festive!
Finally, loop some thin string around it and hang your beautiful new wreath.
I love red, white, and blue together – and the bandanas give this wreath such a classic American look.
This bandana wreath would also look great with pastel colors for spring or bright colors for summer – any season or holiday could work. It’s also a cute gift idea! 🙂
Jen
p.s. I dare you to try typing “bandana” over and over – see how many times you type “banana” instead. LOL
Here’s another popular patriotic project idea you might like: DIY RAG FLAG
Visit my friends’ posts below for more patriotic inspiration:
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Christy@Confessions of a Serial Do-it-Yourselfer says
Cute, Jen!! Love easy projects with big impact. 🙂
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Jen says
Thank you Christy! So do I. 🙂
Teresa says
I’m having a hard time getting the bandanas to hold tight. Any suggestions?
Jen says
Hi Teresa, are the strips about the same width as mine? I’ve never had a problem with the knots loosening up. Make sure to pull them tight and keep them close together. If you still have problems you could try a dab of fabric glue or a small stitch to keep them tight. Hope that helps.
Wendi @ H2OBungalow says
Such as fun idea! I love the patriotic theme. Can’t wait to see more from the whole group 🙂
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Jen says
Thank you Wendi! So glad you stopped by. I can’t wait to see everyone else’s projects either!
Meegan says
LOVE your adorable wreath Jen! Perfect for any door on the 4th. Lovin;’ all the red, white and blue inspiration.
Pinned and stumbled 🙂
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Jen says
Thanks so much Meegan! Funny thing- this is the first real wreath I have ever made! I might be hooked now. 😉
Paula@SweetPea says
What a cute patriotic wreath! I’m always looking for crafts to do with a few young friends and I’ll bet that both of my crafty young pals would like to make one of these.
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Jen says
Thank you Paula! It really was SO easy, anyone could make it! 🙂
Dria says
This is so adorable! I so need to make one of these, awesome job!!
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Jen says
Thank you Dria! The flag tray you made is fabulous!
Kathy, Petticoat Junktion says
This is so cute Jen. You have the best ideas! I love bandana prints.
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Jen says
Thanks Kathy! I’m excited to see your project- I know it will be awesome! 🙂
Nancy @ Artsy Chicks Rule says
So clever & creative Jen!! Love it!!
Nancy
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Jen says
Thanks so much Nancy- I can’t wait to see your project for the tour! 🙂
Sarah says
Clever idea! Thanks for sharing!
Kim @ The Cookie Puzzle says
What a totally cute and fun idea. There are so many cute bandanas available now, you can make one for every month or holiday. Thank you for sharing this great tutorial with us.
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Shanna Gilbert says
This is so cute Jen! I love it when cute crafts don’t cost a fortune to make! Great job!
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laurie says
Jen, I love this! What a splash for so little time. I’m not crafty, but I think I could accomplish this. Pinning. laurie
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Sondra @ Sondra Lyn at Home says
Love your wreath, Jen! Perfect for the 4th!!
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Amy @ StowandTellU says
Your wreath is adorable, Jen!! Bandanas are about as American as apple pie. Thumbs up to an easy project to decorate with for this patriotic season!!
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Crystal says
Super cute and fun!! Love how easy it is too! Thanks so much! Pinned!1
Christy @ Our Southern Home says
Jen,
I so love this! My 15 year old daughter loves summer crafts!! We always celebrate the 4th at the beach with a party! She will love making this to take to decorate our beach cottage with!! Buffered, pinned and stumbled! XXOO Christy
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Jeanie @Create&Babble says
What a fun and fast craft! Just how I like ’em! And it looks awesome, too. Nice job Jen! Pinning!
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Jen says
Thanks so much, Jeanie! I like easy crafts too. 🙂
chris aka monkey says
this is my kinda craft no glue no muss no fuss and i love bandanas thanks for sharing xx
Mary Ann mensching says
I was on a mission today to make this! Found a straw wreath at Michael’s and had to search all over Walmart (of all places) for bandanas. I found true red & blue at Academy Sporting Goods. My straw wreath is too large so it’s back to Michael’s tomorrow! I am determined!
Jen says
I’m so happy you’re going to make this wreath! I hope you have better luck finding the supplies. I know you can buy the foam wreaths at Joann’s or Hobby Lobby – and I bought the bandanas at Hobby Lobby for $.99 each. (They have lots of color choices!) Please let me know how it turns out! 🙂
T'onna Peters (Navy Wifey Peters) says
Cute wreath! I have some many bandanas, and I’m always looking for different ways to use them.
susie says
I love making wreaths no matter what season or what color. you can make a wreath out of anything or take one apart and re do I love your bandana wreath so simple yet so cute and who would not love the price. thanks for this quick craft project
Kelley S. says
Love this project! What size wreath did you use?
Jen says
Thank you Kelley! The foam wreath is 10 inches across.
Wendy says
What size wreath form did you use for this? Thank you in advance!
Jen says
Thanks Wendy! The wreath form is 10 inches across.
Liz says
This is ridiculously adorable and easy!!! Thanks for the awesome idea!
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Jen says
Thanks Liz! It was definitely easy – glad you like it! 🙂
Stacey says
This is so cute! My mom, sister and I got together this weekend and each made a wreath using your tutorial! Ours turned out a little different due to wreath size, but we had so much fun making them! Thank you!! So happy I found your blog 🙂
Jen says
Stacey, that’s so great! Thanks for letting me know. 🙂 I’m glad you guys had a fun time making your wreaths and I hope you love them as much as I love mine!
Kate says
What a cute wreath! I am featuring your project over at my blog I hope You enjoy!
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Jen says
Thank you Kate!
Sarah says
My father passed away a few months ago. He always used bandanas and now I know what to do with them. Thanks for the idea!