How about bringing the sweetness of gingerbread cookies into your décor with this playful banner?

Each little flag holds a happy gingerbread man, framed by classic red-and-white checks that give it a farmhouse feel.

It’s lightweight, easy to hang, and looks just as cute draped across a tree as it does over a window.

A project that’s equal parts charming and simple, perfect for craft enthusiasts who love details.

Materials Needed

• Cardstock or thin wood banner pieces (5” tall × 3.5” wide, 5-6 pieces)
• Acrylic paint (red & white)
• Mini gingerbread embellishments (plastic, wood, or clay - about 2” tall, 5 pieces)
• Red gingham ribbon (1” wide, 12” per bow, 5 pieces)
• Hot glue gun & glue sticks
• White twine or jute string (5-6 ft)
• Hole punch (if using cardstock)

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: Paint alternating banner pieces red and white. Let them dry completely before assembly.

Step 2: Hot glue one gingerbread embellishment to the center of each panel.

Step 3: Tie gingham ribbon into bows and glue them to the top of each banner piece for a farmhouse touch.

Step 4: Punch two holes at the top of each panel and thread them onto twine. Then space them evenly at 2-3” apart.

Step 5: Hang your garland and adjust bows so they sit neatly.

Tips:

If you don’t have ready-made gingerbread embellishments, you can cut cookie shapes from craft foam or felt for a budget-friendly alternative.