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Create Shape and Size for Bunting
Based on the overall size of the wall or area for which the banner will be suspended, first decide the proper size for the banner. A good standard to stick with is a banner height of 10 inches and width of 8 inches.
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Mark Back of Vinyl or Faux Leather Bunting
Based on the intended size of the bunting, measure and mark vinyl or faux leather with a ruler and permanent marker.
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Cut Vinyl or Faux Leather Bunting
Referring to the marks made with permanent marker, cut the vinyl bunting to size with craft blade or upholstery scissors.
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Print the Font on Card Stock Paper for Letter Detail
Choose a classic font online, and then print necessary letters for name or message on card stock. Cut the font letter into a stencil.
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Trace Letter Stencil to Back of Vinyl
Use permanent marker to trace the silhouette of each letter directly to the back of the vinyl.
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Cut Letter Detail
Use upholstery scissors or craft blade to cut letter detail from vinyl.
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Fuse Letter Detail to Bunting
Attach letter detail to bunting using fabric glue. Allow one hour for glue to dry before moving on to the next step.
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Layout and Attach Ribbon
Unfurl ribbon on a flat, level surface, and then lay out each section of bunting separated with a one-inch gap. Fold ribbon in half along the top of each section of bunting. Then add a bead of fabric glue between the ribbon and each side of the bunting to keep it firmly held in place.
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Add Riveted Detail
Steampunk style is known for infusing classic Victorian aesthetic with turn-of-the-century industrial touches. To add a bit of industrial flair to each section of bunting, add riveted detail by creating a hole with craft blade directly through section of ribbon above each one-inch gap.
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Add Brass Fasteners
Next, insert the brass fasteners through the front of each hole and secure along the back of the ribbon. Lastly, tie approximately 18 inches of contrasting silk or satin ribbon along each end of the banner.
Step 11
Attach to Wall
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Set the Stage
Make your festive party banner the focal point of your party decor, chances are, you'll leave it up well after the party is over.