Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique and fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Summer is right around the corner and adding some patriotic décor around your home is a must.  Today I’m going to show you how I used some upcycled spindles to make a Patriotic Wood Flag that you can use in multiple ways.  Let’s get started!

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Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Supplies you’ll need to make your own Patriotic Wood Flag décor:

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

This project started with some upcycled spindles that were cut in half long ways.  You can find old spindles at thrift stores, flea markets or garage sales.

PRO TIP:  When you see architectural salvage that you like, grab it up for future projects.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Along with the spindles, I used a precut set of stars from Twin Knobs Woodworks.  You can shop with Twin Knobs HERE.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

For the base of the flag, I used a 1×12 board that was cut down to 3 feet long.  Feel free to make this project fit your space by changing up the size of the board, as needed.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Now that we have all of the pieces gathered, it’s time to paint.  I used the colors Barn Red, Bunker Hill Blue and Fluff from Dixie Belle Chalk Paint.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

To begin the painting process, measure a space for the stars and tape it off accordingly.  Next, paint the section where the spindles will go with the color Barn Red.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Once the red portion is dry, remove the tape and add a new piece that will guide you as you paint the other portion of the board with the color Bunker Hill Blue.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

While that dries, you can move onto painting the rest of your project pieces.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Using a makeup sponge, paint the wood stars with the color Fluff.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Then, use the same color and a small brush to paint the spindles.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Once the blue paint is dry, remove the tape.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

This should leave you with a board that looks like this.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Then, use a palm sander to distress the surface of the board.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Now it’s time to glue everything in place.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

I used a Medium Strength Multi-Purpose adhesive, but you can use whatever glue you like best.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Once all of the pieces have been glued in place, add a layer of Clear Coat to preserve the finish.  Let the clear coat dry completely before displaying.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

And here it is!  Perfect for your summer front porch.

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Or – as indoor patriotic décor!

Upcycled spindles make this DIY Patriotic Wood Flag a unique a fun summer décor idea that can be used inside or outside your home.

Want more fun and easy DIY home decor ideas??  Find me on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest!  Also – be sure to share your finished projects with me by tagging @rusticorchardhome on Facebook and @rustic_orchard_home on Instagram!

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