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Uncle Sam’s Hat Vase

May 30, 2018 By: Michele McDonald17 Comments

Make a patriotic statement centerpiece using scrapbook paper!

Make a patriotic statement centerpiece using scrapbook paper!
I love a good patriotic craft, and today I have a super fun and EASY patriotic craft project! And the entire thing is made from paper!

Seriously, the hardest part about this red, white, and blue decor is deciding whether you want Uncle Sam’s hat to sit upright or upside down. (I still can’t decide which way I like better. I would love your input!)

 


Read on for a full picture tutorial, but I have also put together a video for you!

Make a patriotic statement centerpiece using scrapbook paper!
You don’t need many supplies for this craft project, but I am pushing the need for glitter. When I think of July 4th I think of sparklers and fireworks which makes me think: GLITTER!!

So for this project I am using some of the glitter papers from American Crafts as well as their glitter tape and the Pebbles glitter stars.

You can use solid sheets of glitter, but I’m choosing to use some more decorative glitter paper.

The red strip glitter paper is perfect for Uncle Sam’s hat. The blue polka dot glitter paper helps add a touch of whimsy to the brim of the hat.


Uncle Sam’s hat is traditionally shown as red and white striped so I added white glitter tape to the red striped glitter paper.

Next, roll the paper (I have kept it at its original 12×12 size) into a cylinder and staple it in place.

Wrap one end of the cylinder with blue glitter tape. I did 3 rows of tape.

Add the red and silver Pebbles stars on top of the blue tape. The stars are self adhesive and stick great to the glitter!

Make a patriotic statement centerpiece using scrapbook paper!
Roll another sheet of 12×12 paper (it does not have to be glitter paper, any cardstock will do, but I used blue glitter paper) and place it inside the cylinder you already have. Now the inside of our vase looks nice!

Take the paper you are going to use for the brim of the hat and cut out two 6.5″ circles.

Then cut out a 3″ circle in the center of each of the 6.5″ circles and adhere them together back to back.

Glue the cylinder (blue glitter band down) to the circles.

Now we have our Uncle Sam’s hat!

Make a patriotic statement centerpiece using scrapbook paper!
Grab a vase that will fit inside the hat (you can find ones that will fit at the dollar store) and some long stem fresh flowers.

Slip the hat over the vase then insert and arrange the flowers.


Now the tough choice: right side up or upside down??

I think it depends on where you place the vase.

I currently have mine on my mantel and think it looks best upside down. Otherwise you can’t see the brim on  a ledge that high up.

If I set it on a table I think I would place it right side up.


Make a patriotic statement centerpiece using scrapbook paper!

So what do you think? Upside down or right side up??

Disclosure: This is part of a paid campaign with American Crafts. I was provided with these materials to use. All opinions and ideas expressed are 100% my own. And I do believe 110% that glitter should be used with all holiday crafts!

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Comments

  1. Donna Powell says

    May 25, 2018 at 10:34 AM

    These would definitely be a hit at a summer party. So adorable. Visiting from The Pin Junkie Party.

    Reply
  2. Rhonda says

    May 24, 2018 at 8:20 AM

    I love this idea. The vase is perfect for center pieces. Thanks for sharing on Sunday’s Best.

    Reply
  3. Liz @ Home and Gardening With Liz says

    May 23, 2018 at 6:18 AM

    What a cute idea! I like that it’s easy to create and offers a lot of wow factor!

    Reply
  4. Sonja says

    July 7, 2015 at 5:24 AM

    What a great idea for a centre piece! Thank you for linking up on the #HomeMattersParty linky. I hope you will come back and link up again.

    Reply
  5. Lou Lou Girls says

    July 5, 2015 at 11:20 AM

    Super cute! This looks so good. Pinned and tweeted. Thank you for bringing this to our party and we hope to see you on Monday at 7 pm. Lou Lou Girls

    Reply
  6. Tanya @ Mom's Small Victories says

    July 3, 2015 at 3:13 PM

    Very cute! Thanks for sharing with Small Victories Sunday linkup. Pinned to our linkup board and hope you join us again this weekend.

    Reply
  7. Tayrina says

    July 3, 2015 at 9:44 AM

    What a great idea! Thanks for sharing and inspiring me! I’m visiting you from Wildly Original LinkUp

    Tayrina
    http://www.atinymixof.com

    Reply
  8. Jenn says

    June 27, 2013 at 8:01 PM

    This is super cute! Saw this on Craftaholics Anonymous. I like it with the brim at the bottom. 🙂

    Jenn
    http://www.endlesslyinspired.com

    Reply
  9. Sumo @ Sumo's Sweet Stuff says

    June 21, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    This is so stinking adorable! I’ll be featuring it on my blog tomorrow!

    http://www.sumossweetstuff.com

    Thanks for linking up!
    Sumo:)

    Reply
  10. Gail Wilson says

    June 20, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    cute! I don’t decorate at ALL for the 4th. How sad is that!

    Love the disclosure 110% glitter! hahahah

    Reply
  11. Holly says

    June 17, 2013 at 6:15 AM

    OH WOW this is sooooo cute! I am going to add to my old fashioned binder of ideas… I don’t pin… don’t hate on me. But I will try it for my next patriotic tablescape and party. Thanks for sharing – this is awesome! Hugs, Holly
    http://coconutheadsurvivalguide.com/blog/

    Reply
  12. Connie @ Measured by the Heart says

    June 17, 2013 at 12:44 AM

    Too cute! I personally like it down but either way it’s adorable!

    Reply
  13. Connie @ Measured by the Heart says

    June 17, 2013 at 12:44 AM

    Too cute! I personally like it down but either way it’s adorable!

    Reply
  14. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon says

    June 16, 2013 at 9:10 PM

    This is adorable! How cute!

    Reply
  15. Carol TheAnswerIsChocolate says

    June 14, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    Too stinkin cute. I can’t decide up or down either. Both work!

    Reply
  16. Beverly {Flamingo Toes} says

    June 12, 2013 at 1:47 PM

    Ok. Cutest vase wrapper ever!! I think you’re right, up high it needs to have the brim up so you can see it, but otherwise I like it so the brim is down. Either way it’s adorable!!

    Reply

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