"Give Thanks" Pennant Banner Idea

Don’t wait for November to remember to give thanks. Remind yourself every day of the year with this enchanting “Give Thanks” Pennant Banner. With jute cord and a creative array of flowers and butterflies, this DIY banner is sure to make a charming addition to your decorations be it spring, summer or fall.

1. Choose a color of acrylic paint for a background. Apply to the majority of the center of each pennant, varying the depth of the color/coverage. Dry completely.
2. Choose a text background stamp and cover with brown or orange ink. Stamp over the painted area of each pennant. Dry completely.
3. Draw or stencil the letters for “GIVE THANKS”, one letter per pennant. Paint over with dark brown paint. Dry completely.
4. Cut out several flowers and/or butterflies. To make the flowers more 3D, cut a base shape and then cut individual pieces for petals, leaves, etc. Gently bend the individual pieces along their center lines and glue onto the top of the base shape. Allow to dry and then cover all with Mod Podge® to strengthen. Let Mod Podge® dry completely.
5. Cut 6 strands of jute cord approx. 5 ft. each. Take 3 strands and knot the ends together. String the combined piece through “GIVE”. Then knot the 3 loose ends together. Repeat with the other 3 strands and string through “THANKS”.
6. Lay your 2 banners out on a flat surface. Position your flowers and butterflies as you desire and attach with Aleene’s® Tacky Glue. Dry completely.