How to Make a Steampunk Faux Leather Party Banner

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Step 1:Determine the size of the banner

Create shape and size for Bunting

Based on the general size of the wall or area for which the banner will be suspended, first decide on the appropriate size for the banner. A good standard to maintain is a banner height of 10 inches and width of 8 inches.

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Step 2:Mark the vinyl backing

Check Back Vinyl or Faux Leather Bunting

Based on the desired size of the bunting, measure and mark the vinyl or faux fur with a ruler and permanent marker.

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Step 3:Based on your markings, cut the vinyl.

Cut Vinyl or Faux Leather Bunting

Referring to the marks made with a permanent marker, cut the vinyl patch to size with a craft knife or upholstery scissors.

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Step 4:Source the follow-up letter to create the template.

Print font on letterhead for lettering details

Choose a classic font online, then print the necessary letters for the name or message on the card stock. Cut the font letter in a template.

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Step 5:Trace vinyl letter stencil

Trace Letter Stencil to the back of vinyl

Use a permanent marker to trace the outline of each letter directly onto the back of the vinyl.

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Step 6:Cut the vinyl card with scissors.

Cut letter detail

Use upholstery scissors or a craft knife to cut out the lettering detail from the vinyl.

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Step 7:Stick the vinyl letter on the banner.

Detail of the fuse letter for Bunting

Attach letter details to the bunting with fabric glue. Wait an hour for the glue to dry before moving on to the next step.

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Step 8:Attach the ribbon to the top of the banner

Layout and paste tape

Unfold the tape on a flat, level surface, and then spread each section apart with a one-inch gap. Fold the ribbon in half along the top of each bunting section. Then add a bead of fabric glue between the ribbon and each side of the bunting to hold it firmly in place.

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Step 9:Cut the slot in the tape.

Add riveting detail

The Steampunk style is known for infusing classic Victorian aesthetics with turn-of-the-century industrial touches. To add a touch of industrial flair to each bunting section, add riveted details by creating a craft knife hole directly through the ribbon section over every one-inch gap.

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Step 9b – Drive a nail into the slot in the tape.

Add brass fasteners

Then insert brass fasteners into the front of each hole and secure along the back of the tape. Lastly, tie approximately 18 inches of contrasting satin or silk ribbon along each end of the banner.

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Attach to wall

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Faux Leather Party Banner

Set the stage

Make your festive banner the focal point of your party decor, chances are you'll put it down well after the party is over.