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Free Patriotic Style

Show your spirit and pride with these free fashions.

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It's the land of the free clothes and the home of the brave fashion statements. Show your spirit and pride with these 4th of July designs.

1. Print Patriotic Party Hats

Patriotic Party HatsRain Blanken

A 4th of July celebration means lots of fireworks, a cookout and maybe even a few cold drinks. Before you head out for a night with friends, deck out these hats with red, white and blue feathers, sequens, and glitter. Just print, tape, and you're ready to decorate.

See all the printable party hats.

2. Beaded Peyote Flag

Peyote American FlagTammy Powley
Learn a tradition that started with the Native Americans as you create this peyote stitch pin. Beading using a peyote stitch is easy to learn, and you can make one for each person in your picnic group. Let our Guide to Jewlery Making show you how easy it is.
Learn how to make this pin.

3. Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye

Tie DyeSherri Osborne
This colorful tie-dye is a way to show off your pride without being too cheesy about it. Our About.com Guide will show you how.
Grab the easy instructions.

4. Shining Star Necklace

Shining Star NecklaceSherri Osborn
Add some bling to your independence day outfit with this glittery star necklace. Make them for your buds before you head out to the fireworks. Our About.com Guide has the instructions.
Get the Free Instructions

5. Knit American Flag Patch/Pin

Knit American Flag Pin or PatchSarah E. White
This knitted patch can be sewn or safety-pinned to your bag, the hip of your jeans, or even on your shirt if you're feeling especially patriotic. Our Guide to Knitting will show you how to make this one in a few minutes.
Get the free pattern.

6. Make Some Patriotic Jewelry

Star Spangled EarringsTammy Powley
These crystal earrings combine playful stars with classic hematite. Our Guide to Jewelry Making will show you how to do it.

7. Crochet a Patriotic Headband

Patriotic HeadbandSandi Marshall
Showing your spirit doesn't always have to be obvious. Add a Memorial Day touch to your everyday look with this easy headband. Your Guide to Crochet will show you how.
Get teh Free Pattern.

8. Spraypaint a T-Shirt

Spray Painted T-ShirtRain Blanken
Have a parade to attend? A spray-painted t-shirt is perfect for those 4th of July parades and celebrations. Check out this free library of stencils to add to your spray paint projects.
See all the free projects.

9. Dye it Patriotic

Bubble DyeAnne Marie Helmenstine
There are lots of ways to dye clothing in order to get that red, white and blue feel. Not only can you tie-dye, but you can also marble fabric in swirls, dye with bubbles, or use fabric markers to make your statement.
See all the free projects.

10. Destroy a Few T-Shirts

T-Shirt Tank TopRain Blanken
Okay, so we all accumulate stupid t-shirts throughout the year. Whether you received one for the holidays that was just too big or you got it for free at a basketball game, there it is in your closet, just hanging there.

Reinvent these useless shirts into something that fits you perfectly or accessorizes everything. You can turn a t-shirt into a headband, purse, fitted tank top, gloves and more with these free tutorials.

See the complete tutorial.

11. Patriotic Stencils

Patriotic RibbonRain Blanken
Make something that is not only patriotic, but fashionable too. When you use your own stencils, it's easy to customize any article of clothing.
Get all the free printable stencils.

12. Sweet DIY Fashion

Cassette Tape WalletRain Blanken

Easy Clothes to Make:
How-To Pants . How-To Skirts . How-To Dresses . Recycle Your Clothes . 10 Clothing Repairs You Should Know . Beginner Sewing Projects . T-Shirt Surgery . Stencils Library . Top 10 Hippie Clothes . Punk Clothes to Make

Bracelets, Earrings, Necklaces and More:
Junk Drawer Jewelry . Decoupage Jewelry . Make Bracelets . Jewelry Making . Hemp Jewelry

Bags, Hats, and More Accessores:
Free Hat Patterns . How-To Bags . Make Scarves . College Student Accessories . Index of Accessory Projects . Gloves and Wristbands

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