How To Make A Garden Flag For Summer

This burlap garden flag for summer can be made in just minutes. I have been making several garden flags with this same technique over the past year or so, and they are holding up beautifully! I love it when an easy project also works well!

How To Make A Garden Flag For Summer

This is a part of Craft Lightning this week, where we are sharing 15-minute patriotic crafts. If you have missed any of the fun, be sure to catch up with day 1, day 2, day 3, and day 4. You can also scroll to the bottom of this post to see the fun craft ideas from today. For now, we need to see how to make this burlap garden flag!

I love garden flags! Summer garden flags are delightful additions to any outdoor space. I have a variety of designs that capture the essence of summer, like this mason jar “welcome y’all” garden flag and this monogrammed mason jar-shaped flag.

I love to place these along garden paths or tuck them into flower beds. They instantly brighten up outdoor areas and create a warm and inviting atmosphere. These flags are the perfect way to showcase your personality and welcome guests to your outdoor oasis all summer long.

Supplies Needed To Make A Garden Flag For Summer

• Burlap fabric
• Patio paint in red, white, and blue
• Sponge brushes
• Painter’s tape
• Star shape
• Sharpie
• Paint brush
• Sewing machine and thread    

Step 1: Cut Burlap

Start by cutting two pieces of burlap to the exact same size. If you have a garden flag already, cut them to about the same size as an existing one. Otherwise, estimate what will look good on the hanger that you have.

Step 2: Paint Burlap Blue & Red

Paint one piece of burlap in red and blue, sectioned like the American Flag. I find that the sponge brushes work best with burlap.

Step 3: Mask Of Burlap To Create Stripes

Allow to dry completely then mask off for your stripes. Use a few small pieces of tape to space your stripes.

Step 4: Paint White Stripes

Use white paint and a sponge brush to paint the stripes and allow to dry.

Step 5: Print Out Star Shape

In the meantime, print out a star shape from your computer.

Step 6: Trace Stars Onto Burlap

Remove the tape once your stripes are dry. Cut out the star from the paper. Use a Sharpie to trace onto your flag.

Step 7: Fill In Stars With White Paint

Fill in with white paint using a paint brush.

Then repeat two more times.

Step 8: Sew Burlap Flag Pieces Together

Allow to dry before sewing. Sew the painted burlap piece to the one that you cut and did not paint. Remember to leave a place where you do not sew that is large enough to insert your flag hanger.

Step 9: Sew Zig-Zag Stitch Around Garden Flag

Then sew all the way around the other areas using a zig-zag stitch.

Your burlap garden flag is ready to hang outside! Enjoy this touch of Americana in your garden this summer!

8 More Patriotic Crafts

Want to see more quick and easy patriotic crafts? Check out the ideas from our bloggers for this series below!

Recycle old jeans into this patriotic garland from Beth Watson Design Studio.

Don’t have any old jeans? Use felt to make this cute garland from A Sweet Berry.

Love burlap? This burlap patriotic sign from It Happens in a Blink is easy to make.

Up next is this project using a craft cutter to make a monogrammed patriotic canvas like this one from Happy Go Lucky.

You can also use a craft cutter and some paint to make this gorgeous wood sign from Ginger Snap Crafts.

I love a good string art project and this one from Doodle Craft is perfect for summer.

Use a few simple supplies to make a patriotic centerpiece like this one from Scrappy Chick Designs.

Finally, you can also use felt to make these firecracker place mats from our guest co-hostess Me and My Inklings.

I hope you enjoyed this tutorial on how to make a burlap garden flag as well as these other quick and easy patriotic crafts. Stop by tomorrow to see a wrap-up of all of the Craft Lightning crafts from this week.

FAQs About How To Make A Garden Flag For Summer

Here are questions I frequently see readers ask about how to make a garden flag for summer. If you have a question but don’t see it answered down below, please leave it in the comments so I can answer it for you.

Can I Use Acrylic Paint Instead?

Since this garden flag is designed to go outside, I don’t recommend using acrylic paint. I would stick with the Patio Paint because it’s designed for outdoor use, is water-resistant, and doesn’t require a sealer.

Can I Hand Sew This Garden Flag?

You can, but it will take you more time to complete the project.

Can I Add Embellishments To This Garden Flag?

Absolutely! However, the only thing to keep in mind is that the garden flag will be outside, so you will want to be mindful about what embellishments will be out in the elements (rain, heat, etc.).

3 More 4th of July Crafts

Did you love learning how to make a garden for summer, and are looking for more 4th of July crafts? Then check out the projects below!

• How To Make A Wooden Flag: DIY Patriotic Decorations
• Summer Wreath with USA Cutout
• Button 4th of July Tray