Transform a simple paper chain into a Halloween ghost banner. What a great way for young artists to create Halloween decorations. Gather these supplies: Orange, white, and black cardstock or construction paper Liquid glue Pattern template for ghosts Let’s make the ghost banner: Cut several 6″ x ½” strips from the orange and black cardstock. […]
Show your Irish spirit with this easy-to-make shamrock banner. You only need these supplies: Two 8½” x 11″ sheets of tan cardstock Variety of solid and green patterned paper scraps 24″ twine or narrow ribbon Liquid glue, glue stick, or double-sided adhesive Shamrock Banner templates Let’s make the Banner: Print the Banner templates. Trace the […]
The kids are back to school. The morning air is turning crisp. Time to think about fall decorations—especially ones that young artists can create or help to create. Here’s a fun banner that’s highlighted with easy-to-make bows created using the Mini Bowdabra. Here are the supplies that you’ll need: For the banner: Two 8½” x […]
Get kids involved in the celebrations making this patriotic Fourth of July banner. Choose the size that works best for your young artist from the free downloadable banner templates. Gather a few supplies: Red, white, and blue cardstock Scissors Red and blue markers White glue or double-sided tape Yarn or narrow ribbon Patriotic Banner Flags […]
Get the kids involved in Thanksgiving decorating with this felt leaf banner. Gather these supplies for the Leaf Banner: Leaf Patterns Letter Patterns Fine tip marker 5 pieces of 9″ x 12″ felt in autumn colors 6′ of cord, yarn, or ribbon Liquid adhesive or double-sided tape Here’s how to make the Felt Leaf Banner: […]
Use natural leaves to make this colorful leaf rubbings banner. A great activity for kids, and a beautiful addition to your home. Gather these supplies for the Leaf Rubbings Banner: Leaves with prominent veins Fall color crayons or crayon pieces Banner Letters 60″ narrow ribbon (or twine) Copy paper (white or light color) Let’s make […]
Kids of all ages will be successful making this patriotic banner with sponge painting. It’s easy to add segments to spell any greeting. Gather these supplies: Center cut out saved from the patriotic paper plate wreath or a paper plate for a palette Old sponge Red, silver, and blue acrylic paints String Cardstock or glossy […]
It’s not to late to show your Irish spirit with this St. Patrick’s Day Banner. There are options for making the banner, but the gorgeous bows made with the Bowdabra bow tool kicks it up a notch. Supplies for the St. Patrick’s Day Banner Two 36″ lengths 1½” patterned grosgrain ribbon Six 5″ lengths 3/8″ […]
Brighten up the drab winter blues with a bright welcome spring banner. You can easily create the welcome spring banner with some ribbon and cardstock paper. The banner would look gorgeous over a mantel or in a foyer. So let’s get started! Updated 2019 Materials: Mini Bowdabra with hair bow tool and ruler attachment Bowdabra […]
Transform an ordinary Halloween banner into a great display home decor display piece. Jazz up a Halloween banner with colorful bows. Supplies for Making Bow to Jazzing Up a Halloween Banner For each bow, you will need: Five-inch length each of 3/8″ green and purple glitter ribbon 5″ length 5/8″ orange glitter ribbon 6″ x […]
We’ve had a weird winter here in central Ohio with 60°days in January and February. Can’t wait for spring to truly be here. I’m ready with this spring home decor banner. Supplies for Spring Home Decor Banner: For each bow you will need: 8½” x 5″ length of tulle 24″ length of 3/8″ satin ribbon […]
