Lyrical Bunting DIY

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

Comments

[Samantha]

I'd make one that said " be lovely". Love your banner and that porch!

[Caralyn @ glutenfreehappytummy]

how cute!! i love this idea:)

[katherine]

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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[Jess Dynarski]

Supper cute. My grandmother has something like this in her house and I always admired it.

[Heather]

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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[Friedl Vanluchene]

I love all your DIY posts as of late! You're making your home a beautiful place!

[Alice]

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

[Elizabeth]

How do you keep the letters from sliding together?

Brilliant idea :)

[Bohemian Kate]

Very cute, great for parties! Love all your ideas Rachel, so creative.

[candace]

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.

[Evelisa]

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.

[ruthie]

That's adorable!

[Jacob]

How cute! I wish my local stores had letters like those in England. Might go on a hunt for some! Jacob xxx

[Maisy]

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

[Gina]

This is beautiful! Mine would probably say "live victoriously."

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xo

[Laura P.]

i love this idea. very cute!

[Tereza]

what a great idea, and beautiful space!

[Erin Kloosterman]

I really like this idea! Since I am a high school English teacher, I can see this working well in my classroom!

[Megan Lane]

How darling :)

[Mariana]

This is such a cute idea!! Love it.

[Cathy]

Awww this is soo sweet and such a creative idea! :)

Cathy Trails

[margot]

i actually might be making a love is sweet banner for wedding candy bar and this might be the perfect tutorial!!! thanks!

[mary]

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!

[Danielle]

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/

[Toni]

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

[Miss K]

What a great idea!

[Chloe Eleanor]

Absolutely adorable! Really cute.

[Christine]

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.