15 SUPER SIMPLE AND CHEAP DIY PATRIOTIC HOME DECOR PROJECTS FOR SUMMER

In this video I present 15 different patriotic (red, white, and blue) DIY home decor projects that are free or really cheap. These projects include a lampshade basket, patriotic sachets, decor books, colorful thread spools, a framed flag and vintage song lyrics, a can of flags, a mini banner, colorful planter ideas, a patriotic bead strand, and more.
Links for images used in this video:
Vintage matchbox label: pin.it/2LjRfN4
Vintage toothpick box label: pin.it/3ha5nwj
Various vintage patriotic images: pin.it/62p3qRi
Vintage Flag image: pin.it/6USNWoj
For Old Glory image: pin.it/6GC6voC
Stars and Stripes Forever image: pin.it/jrJHuMW
The Banner image: pin.it/6USNWoj
America the Beautiful sheet music: thevintagemoth.blogspot.com/20...
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[@CanterburyCottage]

I hope today’s projects are not too simple! I was concerned that I didn’t do anything particularly difficult or clever this week. However, I have a couple of really fun projects in mind for next Tuesday! See you in a week!

[@PattyPaints]

Not too simple at all!! If you have good ideas, then there's no need to be overly complicated, and you have GREAT ideas! 💕

[@RLR117]

I don't think they were overly simple. Also, a lot of KZbinrs are doing the same kind of projects for patriotic DIY's, whereas yours are new & different from what I've seen. I enjoyed watching, & definitely want to make some of them. TFS.

[@thescoop1772]

All great and so much cottage cuteness!

[@TRoth858]

Not too simple at all. It's nice to have projects that are quicker and easier sometimes. Not everyone has a lot of time, so when you show things that aren't super time consuming, I think it's awesome, and helpful.

[@melissahyatt9626]

Perfect! Loved all of it and not too simple at all! Those pillows were adorable and the utensil holder was great. A basket from a lampshade? Wow. The color on the footstool was awesome. You consistently blow me away so don’t worry about them being too simple. I might actually be able to do a couple of these!

[@estellesmith6418]

Hi all. I'm from South Africa. We don't have Halloween, 4th of July or Thanksgiving celebrations in SA but I binge watch this channel. I just live it here.

[@CB-pf7go]

Starting with Memorial Day and ending with Labor Day, I decorate with a red,white, and blue patriotic theme.These simple decorations are right up my alley!🇺🇸

[@RLR117]

I decorate red, white, & blue Memorial Day thru Labor Day also. Love to get new ideas from DIYers on KZbin, & she did amazing with these projects. Definitely gonna make some of them.

[@barbaradzitko1826]

True Yankee ingenuity, Sherry. 👍🇺🇸

[@laurieshafer2266]

I get so excited when I'm notified you have a new video. I'm never disappointed. Your creative mind, your ability to take general items and turn them into such wonderful creations is so refreshing. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! 😊 That is so very sweet of you to say, Laurie! ❤️❤️❤️

[@SherryNerreau]

I was glad you demonstrated how to tape a light cotton fabric to cardstock to put it through a printer. Didn't know you could do that. Thank you for some interesting, vintage looking, patriotic projects!

[@m.cooper1372]

I'm still amazed, I love how you turned the lamp shade into a basket.

[@christiewade7184]

Wonderful. I'll need to watch again and take notes.

[@anitahouse3600]

The turning a lamp shade into a basket....BRILLIANT!

[@michelletate7750]

Hi, Sherry! 😃 These patriotic projects❤🤍💙🇺🇸 were so darling!! 🤩And, I love the vintage touches with wooden spools, 🧵vintage labels,🏷 stained flags,🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 jars of buttons,🔘 books, 📚 and those muslin pillows are super-cute!! 😍😍😍 Love❤ them, all!❤🤍💙🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@The_Tinkers_Cottage]

Oh Sherry, I absolutely love your channel! You always have such clever, inexpensive ways to decorate and warm a home with texture and color, I have a running list of things I "need" to thrift. The love of thrifting has become a passion these days, the thrill of the hunt, and finding the perfect item, as a low cost is the best feeling.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Kim! ❤️ I totally agree-thrifting is SO much fun! Can you believe the prices I scored on those blue enamel pots?! I was so excited-you would have thought that I won the lottery!😜

[@lesliejackson8188]

@Kim Tyler - what SHE said, LOL❣👍🥰🤣

[@robertahall4553]

I love Fourth of July ideas I'm going to make a couple for here at my house thank you for sharing

[@bonitaharrison1037]

Love the framed flag with sheet music. I love images of the good ole flag any time of year. (OMG! the Baby head in the geraniums. Oh No!)

[@carmenrousseau7815]

What a sweet old carriage and baby to right up my style.

[@kristinacleveland1805]

The baby! haha Your ideas are so simple, yet they look really high end. My absolute favorite was the blue stool/plant stand!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks, Kristina! 🥰 I have never seen a chalk paint that changed color so much from the wax as that blue paint. I have a lot left, so you’ll probably see a number of other things painted blue in upcoming videos!

[@JaeRae2024]

Well, aren't you the clever one! I loved all of your projects. They were every bit as cute as those in the decor stores that cost so much more. And 15 projects is amazing! Your channel is an inspiration.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Janice! 🥰 I can only get 15 done if they are simple like these projects! 😜

[@terryciavola5962]

Love all of these projects. Very patriotic and easy to make. 🇺🇸💙❤️

[@robinpesek3657]

It is obvious you are a very talented lady. But, the incredible ideas you have taken you a lot of hours of planning and work. Thank you so very much for you dedication And just plain old hard work. Your results are always way above the rest. What a pleasure your channel is.

[@cherylmacedo5521]

Lol Sherry. I have a creepy Halloween collection of doll parts so I loved that head peeking out of the baby carriage planter !!! 🤍🖤🤍 And I hope you NEVER get tired of hearing me (and many, many others) say “I LOVE YOU(R) CHANNEL”. ❤️🤍💙

[@CanterburyCottage]

I will certainly never tire of hearing nice things!🥰 We are going to have so much fun at Halloween! I kept that doll’s body. I have some ideas, and I bet you do, too!

[@carrlinewhitfield5282]

Love every one of these cute patriotic projects

[@paml2642]

These may be simple but SO creative! I will be copying them. Thank you!

[@elainereynolds9532]

Love them all........ YOUR HAIR LOOKS ADORABLE IN THIS VIDEO, UP in a Ponytail........

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Elaine! 😊

[@jeanettegibbs9148]

Your DIYs are so original and genius,so refreshing to watch your videos,I wait for your new DIYs from week to week ,thank you !! xxx

[@janetrichardson2644]

They may be simple but they are really cute.

[@mariaugust1169]

What awesome ideas! Simple but yet so beautiful . Thermos with the flag filled with red geraniums the lace ribbon and red gingham ribbon just made it come alive !Just beautiful!🇺🇸😀

[@CanterburyCottage]

I’m so glad you liked it! I think thermoses make the cutest vases!😊

[@elizabethsaffioti1432]

Hehehe... I love your new patio addition!

[@ChristineJonah88]

I love the little pillows and tiny flag garland.

[@Patricia-168]

Fun and Festive decor! I love 💗 Red, White and Blue colors and ALL things Americana!!

[@beeline22]

Good morning, Sherry! These patriotic diys are so clever & darling. I want to try all of them. 😊 The tea pot planter , framed flag & the lampshade basket are simply genius. The baby in the carriage...that is the best! Thank you for inspiring & sharing. Can't wait for next week's episode. 🌞

[@CanterburyCottage]

Good morning, Bobbie! I’m so glad you liked this week’s video. I was concerned that the ideas might be too simple. I didn’t really do anything fancy this week (like a book lamp or chandelier turned plant stand). Can you believe the prices on those enamel pots?! I don’t know who is pricing things at my local Goodwill, but I am NOT going to complain. I would have payed 2 or 3 times that much a year or two ago!

[@beeline22]

@@CanterburyCottage Yes! I was floored about those prices! You always find amazing bargains. I am on the hunt for pieces for my patio & deck area. I finally started painting my patio furniture. It's been clear & not too hot in Chicago, so I'm able to be outside without melting! Lol. Have a great week! 😊

[@TuckerSP2011]

I love the small patriotic pillows. They were so cute and you had so many wonderful ideas in this video.

[@sherryfronterhouse8512]

YES...those were so cute and I really liked the idea of adding essential oils to the filler. Now I know what to do with my old pillows!

[@CanterburyCottage]

I don’t know how long the scent will last, but they sure smell great right now!

[@tygerlily1700]

Enamel ware is so homey! It reminds me of when I was a child...love the Decoupage ideas! Thank you🙋‍♀️❤🎉

[@vickimadsen3739]

I used packing peanuts in the bottom of a flower pot and the first heavy rain....they floated to the top and out onto the patio!!

[@mariannworley9538]

Love the doll head!

[@kimaoyama9594]

The pillows!!! I didn't know you could inkjet print onto fabric. They were marvelous!! Thanks for all the great decor ideas!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

I know, right?! I just tried it and it worked! Sometimes I get some black streaks; it may be because I use generic ink cartridges. The streaks are usually on the edges though and the image still looks perfect. Make sure to let them sit for awhile to let the ink dry before handling them.

[@kimberleyp5333]

Terrific, Terrific, Terrific! You are so creative and I loved the chorus of birds in the background during the intro! 🌞FL.

[@CanterburyCottage]

LOL! I didn’t even notice the birds while recording the video, but when I went inside and previewed it-boy, those birds were loud! 😜

[@kimberleyp5333]

@@CanterburyCottage and they were gloriously chirping!😁

[@jackieburnett6881]

OMGOSH!! You did it!! Sooo cute! I loved each and every one of these projects! You are hands down the absolute best!!! Ty for sharing

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Jackie! You are too sweet!🥰

[@marilynrodgers3626]

So many cute and functional ideas! I love your channel. Thank you! I'm going to make some of these for sure.

[@debbyroisen630]

I Enjoy your quick DYI’s- especially the 4th of July decor ideas. I also like how you show the final projects staged. My top 3 likes were: 1. The framed flag/ printed song 2. Thermos decorated for the 4th of July 3. Match holder.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much, Debby! I was afraid viewers might not like today’s video because I didn’t do anything difficult or fancy, so I really appreciate the feedback!🥰

[@lesliejackson8188]

@@CanterburyCottage please don't overthink it, Sherry. I almost didn't continue watching once you said 15 simple items, because my mind immediately groaned thinking about other KZbin videos I watched and felt were just a regurgitation of something someone else did. Thank goodness I pushed past that initial assumption and told myself to keep watching because you are unique and creative and I just might be surprised - AND I WAS‼️🙉🥰 I L❤VE PATRIOTIC DECOR ❤🤍💙 and have little snippets of it interspersed in my home at all times. Bits of Patriotic ephemera sprinkled here and there YEAR 'ROUND does that for me, because Patriotism 🇺🇸 IS an EVERYDAY state-of-mind for me. I am SO HAPPY I KEPT WATCHING😎❣😅WHEW💨🎯🙉‼️😁💯% So glad I didn't allow ASSUMPTION to make an ass out of you and me, Sherry, LOL❣😁🤣👱‍♀️😘💋

[@GrandmaSandy]

Thank you so much for a great garden tour today my awesome friend

[@carols1229]

Loving everything you create. A nice mix of levels of difficulty. As you probably know, aging your flags in brewed tea works great. I'm sure there must be more Tuesdays in a week!

[@marytstockdale4713]

Never doubt yourself. You are a creative genius!

[@michelletapsell7507]

This was super fun! The enamel pots are gorgeous! And the baby made my favorite project from last week even more charming. You are an endless font of clever ideas. The lampshade basket being a perfect example!! Your videos are SO very enjoyable to watch. Thank you, Sherry!

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so welcome, Michelle! I truly appreciate you watching and leaving such lovely comments!🥰

[@danieljohnson6795]

Hands down, you win! I am always amazed with your videos, you are incredibly creative and talented. Pure inspiration!

[@thepennycrafters7616]

Loved the little spools ! So many great ideas. I'm going to have to watch this several times 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@williamkunkel8293]

Betty here........love all these Americana DIY'S and your hair looks so cute!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so sweet, Betty! 🥰

[@sherryfronterhouse8512]

The buggy baby materialized!!! So funny!!! I too have a fondness for things in miniature and really liked the display you did with the driftwood numeral 4 and the tiny pennant. I look forward to your videos every week. Truly, thank you for the time you spend on your very creative ideas and sharing them. Canterbury Cottage is my favorite YT channel by far!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much for watching and for your kind comments! I really appreciate you!🥰

[@alanbirkner1958]

Sherry, I love your ideas. I keep some ribbon, yarn, glue, etc. I never know when I will feel like making one of your projects. Tina, Al's wife

[@crystalblank7581]

Liked all the projects this week. The lamp shade basket was my favorite. Jasper thinks the doll head is "kinda creepy" 😂

[@CanterburyCottage]

So, funny! He is not going to like when I start making Halloween projects-I like creepy!

[@gracegrasso9376]

I love the number 4 project. Everything was just lovely. Thank you.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Yay! My husband made fun of that 4 project, saying that he could have made that (and he is not handy at all)!😜

[@caroltaylor3261]

Loving all your patriotic projects and your painted blue stool! I just keep looking back at past videos as I love your site!

[@janetkleid6450]

Your patriotic ideas are absolutely brilliant. I absolutely love the simplicity of these projects.

[@meliss36]

Everything is SUPER cute!! You have such creativity and an eye for decor and “DIY’s!” Thank you for sharing!

[@grettamcbean258]

I love all of the diy’s especially the blue plant stand. Beautiful

[@yvonnerivera644]

Love the new addition love from South Ayrshire Scotland xxx

[@miriambrooks1087]

Lovely summer 4th ideas! Thank you. The 4th is my favorite family event!

[@Blessedgirl1955]

I always look forward to your videos and it amazes me how you take something simple and make it so high end looking. I will never look at a lamp shade the same way again lol. That blue stool was just adorable but I loved all the ideas and your patio looks awesome. I had to laugh at the genius of adding a baby doll with the plants, just too cute!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Charlotte! 🥰 I you liked the doll head, just wait until Halloween!😜

[@CrepeMyrtleRow]

I love all of the projects! I have boxes full of vintage wooden thread spools so I think I’ll try doing something with them now.

[@CanterburyCottage]

I am so glad you liked this week’s projects, Lisa!🥰 I was worried that the projects might be too simple. I have another idea for spools that I’ll try to include in next week’s video.

[@conniesanders9755]

Love the baby doll head. Your projects were just perfect. Thanks again for sharing.

[@CanterburyCottage]

If you liked the doll head, wait until Halloween! 😜

[@marycoffee7366]

The lampshade basket is just genius!,!!! I will definitely be making this project. Thank you so much for the wonderful videos. Tuesday is my favorite day of the week.

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so sweet, Mary! Thank you so much!🥰

[@trishdoughty1965]

Hi Sherry, I'm a little late to this party lol. I'm also English, so don't decorate for the 4th July but I can adapt some of these for Christmas and Easter. Your cheeky little wink at the end, then the baby in the pram - I was howling with laughter. Love it xx

[@fancynancy2870]

Love the baby carriage!

[@pamdennis1007]

As usual I love every thing you make. Wish I could watch you all day long. You inspire me.

[@lyndaslocum7575]

The baby carriage is so cute

[@pamcadd8658]

I love the pile of books! Your ideas are so practical and do-able. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@carlawolf8260]

Everything is gorgeous

[@elizabethrocha975]

I had a terrific time watching your projects and ideas. Thanks a million. Liz

[@claudiacooper1934]

You have some really great ideas and I love the fact that you show some demonstration of your transforming process yet do not force us to watch the entire process. Finally I love seeing how you use your transformed pieces in your home or your booth.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Claudia! I appreciate your feedback. It’s good to know that I am not moving too fast. I don’t enjoy watching someone paint for five minutes, either!😜

[@cindyclark9534]

Your ideas are absolutely wonderful! I love everything you’ve done...absolutely everything! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@valeriehensley3005]

I look forward to Tuesdays! Love your style and presentation!👍👏🙌

[@kathleendolphin9154]

I’m not surprised that you decided to add a doll head to the old carriage.😀

[@CanterburyCottage]

I guess you know that I have a weird sense of humor!😜

[@donnadesantis2005]

I can’t wait to recreate these unique ideas!!

[@terrythomas2735]

That was awesome. Those little pillows can be turned into bean bags easily by adding beans instead of stuffing for bean bag toss. You are so creative. Thank you 💕

[@CanterburyCottage]

What a great idea, Terry! 🥰

[@terdenise7575]

You make the most adorable projects! Thank you for the labels...I love to make vintage items too!

[@denisejordan8648]

Those were very beautiful and unique projects. The basket look great. Stay safe.

[@Igtttu]

These are SUPER! I love them all. You are so creative and inspiring. Thank you!

[@greggibbs5288]

Yikes on the new addition- the doll head was scary!!! 😱 love the little carriage plant holder though!

[@donnaball9730]

Another inspiring video! Thank you. Love the addition to your patio! 🤪

[@bethbranson9050]

Oh my goodness! I feel so inspired after watching all of your great ideas! Especially loved the vintage labels application! You are just the best and so much fun to watch!! Thank you!!🇺🇸

[@CanterburyCottage]

I am so glad you liked today’s projects, Beth.😊 I was concerned that they were too simple and not clever enough for viewers. Sometimes, simple is nice-especially, since I don’t usually decorate much for July 4.

[@pegeggeggleston4315]

Hi Sherry - You are fabulous. I love all the thrift store redos. My favorite were the little pillows - what a cleaver idea. Love it. Thanks for sharing and continued success. Love PegEgg

[@sharonwilliamson4592]

Your baby needs a sun bonnet..lol..very cute. Nice projects. 👍💕🇺🇸

[@CanterburyCottage]

Yes, she does! Or, sunglasses!😜

[@lisaconnelly7731]

Lovely. I especially liked the little sachet pillows!

[@anitawells3705]

I love the baby buggy and doll

[@coreymerrell6673]

Simple but clever! I don’t generally decorate for 4th of July but I do love americana decor. That chalked blue paint is gorgeous! I think my favorite is the framed flag and music sheet. I also love how you used the scarf for multiple projects, very creative. And those little spools...well, I guess I can’t really pick a favorite 😊

[@lourdesa6774]

These are fabulous! Hard to pick a favorite! Your creativity is so inspiring!

[@pamshuff4582]

Love the Patriotic theme. Wanted to do mire if these this year.

[@ladiafontenot5767]

Your videos really inspire my creativity! The lampshade turned into a basket was a wonderful trick. I like more earthy tones so I think I will try with jute. All of your crafts were quite adorable but the framed flag and lyrics was definitely my favorite. Have a blessed day!

[@chellepitts1990]

LOVE EVERYTHING!!

[@katherinejohnson3998]

Those ideas are so wonderful. I want to try them myself.

[@inspiringcreativeexpressio9993]

Thank you for sharing!

[@UnderAPileOfScrap]

Sometimes the best ideas are the simplest! I love the images you selected and I hope I can get my printer to work for me so I can use them too. Thank you for your inspiration!

[@gailallen2895]

Been slow this year but will put out my red white and blue the next few days. I use it as my Summer look. Thanks for the ideas. Can't beat a flag! Happy and safe 4th.🇺🇸❤

[@sylviaschell1496]

Love…… your style 😮❤ Definitely following ALL of your videos❣️ Thanks so much !!!

[@wandablaylock3352]

Super ideas! So easy and affordable but look high end!

[@donnadoiron8884]

Loved all of these ideas

[@sherribrown7670]

Loved them all

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Sherri! I appreciate the feedback. 😊 I was worried today’s projects might be too simple and not fancy or clever enough!

[@connietowler3725]

Red White and Blue are my colors. Love this video. Really like your Baby Buggy, so adorable. Thank you :)

[@sherryroberts7716]

LOVE the flag picture! I REALLY does look like an antique! Great job!

[@tlea1223]

Beautiful ideas...love that they have a vintage theme too...

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks, T! I love vintage patriotic images!😊

[@marilyncausey9348]

Sherry, your videos are like a great magazine so full of ideas you want to save it for reference! You cracked me up with the babydoll!

[@lesliejackson8188]

@Marilyn Causey - what YOU said, LOL 🎯🙉😎‼️🤣

[@CanterburyCottage]

If you liked the baby doll, just wait until Halloween! I go all out creepy!

[@marilyncausey9348]

@@CanterburyCottage Can't wait!

[@cdawood1050]

This is great! I love what you did with the candle jars.