I favorited something really similar to this bunting from Oh, Albatross a month or more ago but it was made of vintage metal signage. Sadly, it sold and left a bunting sized hole in my vintage loving heart. It didn't take long to realize I could make my own version from the black vinyl letters they sell at hardware stores so I gathered some supplies (twice since the first round I forgot to space the letters out) and got to work. It's not quite the same but it's a great alternative to something I may not find again online.
Supplies: Vinyl stickers from the garage sale sign section of your local hardware store, baker's twine or yarn, cardstock or photo paper, scissors or a paper cutter, and a hole punch.
Peel and stick each letter on your cardstock or photo paper with about 1/2" of space on either side so you can cut them out with edges to spare. Cut them all the same height with about 2/3" of space above the top of the letter for your holes. Then punch two holes near the edges but not so close that they might rip. String them up and hang.
I made ours for our sun room/front porch and sand the song as I hung it. The kids had never heard it before so if you are familiar with toddlers you can guess that Ruby has had it on repeat since then - at least this part of the song.
Banners are a fun way to personalize your space without spending a lot of money. My letters cost $ .68/piece so you could essentially make one for almost nothing depending on your word or phrase.
What would your banner say?
-Rachel
I'd make one that said " be lovely". Love your banner and that porch!
Posted by: Samantha | 07/20/2012 at 09:38 AM
how cute!! i love this idea:)
Posted by: Caralyn @ glutenfreehappytummy | 07/20/2012 at 09:53 AM
super cute! i love banners - i actually made laser cut wood 'banners' for my wedding. and this idea is so inexpensive - it'd be cute for any party.
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Posted by: katherine | 07/20/2012 at 10:02 AM
Supper cute. My grandmother has something like this in her house and I always admired it.
Posted by: Jess Dynarski | 07/20/2012 at 10:07 AM
Super cute! Might make one for my dorm :) Not sure what it should say though... I might just copy you ;)
xo Heather
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Posted by: Heather | 07/20/2012 at 10:11 AM
I love all your DIY posts as of late! You're making your home a beautiful place!
Posted by: Friedl Vanluchene | 07/20/2012 at 10:12 AM
Wow, I love that idea! Your right, it really does personalise the space. I REALLY need to redecorate my room soon, maybe I'll string a banner up in there once it's done. I have no idea what I would have as my saying though!
Alice x
Posted by: Alice | 07/20/2012 at 10:35 AM
How do you keep the letters from sliding together?
Brilliant idea :)
Posted by: Elizabeth | 07/20/2012 at 10:54 AM
Very cute, great for parties! Love all your ideas Rachel, so creative.
Posted by: Bohemian Kate | 07/20/2012 at 11:14 AM
I love it! I love the phrase you used too :) I want one that says "Let's Dance" or "Let the Good Times Roll" or something along those lines.
Posted by: candace | 07/20/2012 at 11:56 AM
Very cute. I was thinking of making a saying for my brother for his wedding day and putting up but this is a good idea. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Evelisa | 07/20/2012 at 12:19 PM
That's adorable!
Posted by: ruthie | 07/20/2012 at 01:00 PM
How cute! I wish my local stores had letters like those in England. Might go on a hunt for some! Jacob xxx
Posted by: Jacob | 07/20/2012 at 01:35 PM
This is such a good idea, I have a wall in my bedroom that I am decorating to the max and might just do this!! I am not sure what mine would be maybe "Here Comes the Sun" x
Posted by: Maisy | 07/20/2012 at 02:49 PM
This is beautiful! Mine would probably say "live victoriously."
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xo
Posted by: Gina | 07/20/2012 at 06:06 PM
i love this idea. very cute!
Posted by: Laura P. | 07/20/2012 at 06:20 PM
what a great idea, and beautiful space!
Posted by: Tereza | 07/20/2012 at 07:36 PM
I really like this idea! Since I am a high school English teacher, I can see this working well in my classroom!
Posted by: Erin Kloosterman | 07/21/2012 at 06:17 AM
How darling :)
Posted by: Megan Lane | 07/21/2012 at 07:36 PM
This is such a cute idea!! Love it.
Posted by: Mariana | 07/22/2012 at 09:42 AM
Awww this is soo sweet and such a creative idea! :)
Cathy Trails
Posted by: Cathy | 07/22/2012 at 03:29 PM
i actually might be making a love is sweet banner for wedding candy bar and this might be the perfect tutorial!!! thanks!
Posted by: margot | 07/23/2012 at 07:13 AM
i'm gonna make one that says, "la vie est belle" for my french classroom when i return to work in november from my year-long maternity leave (thank you canada!). i've decided that i'm gonna cope with going back by decorating my classroom all pretty and bloggy and vintagey!
Posted by: mary | 07/23/2012 at 07:17 AM
Might not be the same as what you saw, but works perfectly well. Really enjoyed the words you chose... left a song in my heart... oh my darlin, oh my darlin, oh my darlin Clementine. Happy Monday.
Danielle ~ http://awonderfullifeinfullframe.blogspot.ca/
Posted by: Danielle | 07/23/2012 at 08:35 AM
I made one for our bedroom door saying "Goodnight Sweetheart". I can't find such lovely vinyl letters in the UK though :(
Toni x - ettas-corner.blogspot.com
Posted by: Toni | 07/23/2012 at 09:11 AM
What a great idea!
Posted by: Miss K | 07/23/2012 at 08:11 PM
Absolutely adorable! Really cute.
Posted by: Chloe Eleanor | 07/24/2012 at 04:03 PM
LOVE! This is precious. I have to think of something to say and where to put it. My kiddos' room is already bunting-filled... sadly. Perhaps the dining room.
Posted by: Christine | 07/26/2012 at 03:24 PM