gather together
A piece of wire
I used 19 gauge, annealed, approx 20” in length
1” wide Ribbon-
I used grosgrain
Vintage monograms
-or other tiny fabric embellishment
Tacky glue
Cut your ribbon into several 3” long strips.
I like odd numbers best for the “symmetry” factor.
Snip the bottom of each ribbon strip to create a “V”.
Turn your ribbon piece over to the wrong side and “turn down” from the top a ¼” seam.
Iron—this will create your “pass through” for the wire.
Run a very thin bead of tacky glue under the edge of the folded over ribbon to seal the seam.
If your glue tip is not small enough to create a thin strip of glue—use a bamboo skewer to help spread the glue {my all time favorite crafting tool}.
Repeat with all of your ribbon pieces.
Turn your ribbon pieces over to the right side.
Glue 1 set of tiny monogram initials about half way down.
Thread your tiny flags onto the wire.
hang and admire the wiry wonkiness of your itty bitty bunting
variations:
- experiment with different textures + widths of ribbon--try velvets or moirés
- you can stitch your "pass through" instead of using glue, either by machine or by hand--use thread or embroidery floss as a decorative element
- embroider an initial onto each tiny "ribbon flag" to spell out a name or a special occasion greeting
- stitch a tiny locket onto each flag
- experiment with different gauges and colors of wire
2bunting
Function:
noun
Etymology:
perhaps from English dialect bunt (to sift)
Date:
1711
1: a lightweight loosely woven fabric used chiefly for flags and festive decorations
©J.Rusnak+Papier Valise 2009
