There is something so fun about this time of year and the way it makes me want to dust off my crafting supplies to create little projects to spruce up my holiday decor. I’ll be honest, though: during the holiday season, I am often completely short on time, so quick and easy projects are the way to go for me! If you feel the same, this cute DIY Christmas banner will be right up your alley. Let’s get started!
DIY Christmas Banner Supplies:
- Darice Christmas Tree Pennant Kit (Or consider decorating one of these Darice wood banner kits).
- Craft Paint.
- Darice Foam Brush.
- Mod Podge.
- Darice 3/4 inch Circular Sponge Dauber.
- Darice Extra-Fine Glitter in Assorted Colors.
- Darice Pom-Pom Garland, Red.
To begin your DIY Christmas banner project, use the foam brush to pain the entire surface of each of the Christmas tree pennants with the craft paint, applying as many layers of paint as needed for even coverage. Allow paint to dry completely.
Pour a small amount of the Mod Podge onto a paper plate. Press the foam dauber down into the Mod Podge, and then dab any excess onto a paper towel. Working with one tree at a time, use the dauber to create a polka dot pattern on the surface of the piece.
While the Mod Podge is still wet, sprinkle an even layer of the glitter over the surface of the tree, making sure to amply cover each dot.
Gently shake off the excess glitter, and–voila! You have a sweet glittered polka dot tree for your DIY Christmas banner! Set the tree aside before repeating the glittering step with the remaining wood tree pieces. Allow all pieces to dry completely.
When the glitter dots are dry, string the tree pieces onto the jute twine provided in the pennant banner kit.
To display your DIY Christmas banner, hang along with the acrylic pom-pom garland to add a sweet, whimsical touch of Christmas cheer to any space!
I love the idea of using this DIY Christmas banner on a mantel, or even above a doorway. Or, if you would like to display it outside, simply use Outdoor Mod Podge to give everything added durability.
This same concept would be great for creating easy Christmas ornaments, too!
Thanks so much for stopping in today. I hope you are inspired to see that even during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, a fun, easy Christmas craft, like this DIY Christmas banner, is a great way to get into the spirit of the season. Check out this paper ornament DIY Christmas garland for another striking holiday statement piece idea!
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Having grown up in a home brimming with sewing notions and paintbrushes, Amy Bell has a deep love for all things creative. On any given day at her blog, Positively Splendid, you’ll find her knee-deep in her latest creative endeavor, with projects ranging from sewing and crafts to recipes, home decor and kid-friendly ideas. Amy believes that everyone, regardless of skill level or experience, possesses the ability to create things that matter with their own two hands, and Positively Splendid was born of her passion for helping others harness their innate creative potential. Amy is married to her high school sweetheart, and they reside outside Austin, Texas with their four young children and one wily beagle.
I made my own version of this. LOVE it!!
http://www.thecreativemom.com/christmas-tree-pennant/