I had left over yarn scraps in patriotic colors … so, I decided to use them in simplistic ways to celebrate America's upcoming celebration.
My door swags are simple crochet chains, designed to fit my inside doors. I put tassels at the ends of them, to add a bit of light weight to keep the crochet lengths from kinking up - as chains can sometimes do.
My door swags are nothing fancy, but they are made with colors that have strong representation in them. And when I glance across the rooms, I am visually comforted & mentally encouraged by the messages those colors represent.
Materials: Ruler; Worsted weight yarn; #I crochet hook; scissors; tapestry needle.
Process: Decide where you want the tassels to fall along your doorway - measure the length & work your sc chain lengths accordingly, occasionally checking your work against the doorframe. (I made my length's in staggered lengths = see tasseled ends pic, above). If you make a center draw swag, you'll want to figure in extra stitches for the hang on each side of the center draw - you can do this by gauging the length of your crochet chain along the door frame sides where you want your longest tassel to fall, up to the center of your doorway + the swag drape: count the swag drape sts & work opposite side to match: this is easier than it sounds.
Trust me - you can do this!
I chose Independence's (our Home's namesake; chose specifically for it's Patriotic meaning) inside swag colors, to represent the purpose of Old Glory - America's famously recognized Flag colors chosen in 1777, sewn by Betsy Ross (our trusty 4x Beast's namesake): we are unapologetic Patriots. We live our lives reflecting America's birth, real purpose, and true intent. Our Home & our vehicle reflects those sentiments.
Red represents courage, bravery, and the willingness to sacrifice for freedom. It also evokes passion, energy, and determination.
White stands for purity, honesty, and peace. It symbolizes unity, hope, and the ideals of a just society.
Blue signifies loyalty, justice, and perseverance. It also conveys calmness, trust, and vigilance.
Together, the colors embody sacrifice for freedom, justice, and hope; core ideals of the United States.
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