The 17th of May is a national holiday in Norway, and it's known as Norway's Constitution Day. It's a day of celebration, and Norwegians love to decorate their homes and streets in red, white, and blue. If you're looking to join in on the festivities, you can create your own 17 mai pynt (17 May decoration) with just a few simple materials and some creativity.

Materials You'll Need

To create your own 17 mai pynt, you'll need a few basic materials:

• Red, white, and blue ribbon
• Scissors
• Glue
• Cardboard or thick paper
• A ruler
• A pencil
• A string or ribbon to hang your decoration

DIY 17 May Wreath

A 17 May wreath is a perfect decoration for your front door or any wall in your home. Here's how you can make your own:

1. Take a piece of cardboard or thick paper and cut it into a ring shape. You can use a plate or a bowl as a guide for the size.
2. Cut strips of ribbon in red, white, and blue, and glue them onto the cardboard ring. You can create a pattern or alternate the colors.
3. Once you've covered the entire ring, tie a ribbon or string to the top to hang your wreath.

DIY 17 May Flag Bunting

A 17 May flag bunting is a great decoration for any party or gathering. Here's how you can make your own:

1. Cut a piece of cardboard or thick paper into a triangle shape. Use this as a template for the rest of your flags.
2. Cut out several triangles from red, white, and blue paper or fabric.
3. Glue the triangles onto a long piece of string or ribbon, alternating the colors.
4. Tie the ends of the string or ribbon to two poles or trees to create a bunting.

DIY 17 May Flower Arrangement

A 17 May flower arrangement is a beautiful addition to any table setting. Here's how you can make your own:

1. Take a vase or jar and fill it with water.
2. Add a few drops of blue food coloring to the water to create a blue base.
3. Cut red and white flowers to the length of the vase or jar, and arrange them in the blue water.
4. You can add small Norwegian flags or ribbons to the arrangement for an extra touch of patriotism.

Conclusion

Creating your own 17 mai pynt is a fun and easy way to celebrate Norway's Constitution Day. With just a few simple materials and some creativity, you can make a beautiful decoration that will impress your friends and family. So grab your ribbons and scissors, and get started on your DIY 17 May decoration today!

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