Etsy Store Product Ideas: Americana and Patriotic Items

No matter what time of year it is, Americana and Patriotic craft items are hot sellers for Etsy store owners. These items are perfect for military families to show off their pride, or simply any American who just loves their country.

Lawn Décor

Consider creating front yard décor for your customers. Almost any design can be made from a dowel rod, a small piece of wood, acrylic paint, and a hot glue gun. Try "Stars and Stripes" or even a simple yellow ribbon design supporting our troops.

Car Magnets

Car magnets are another item that is perfect for your Etsy store. These can be printed at your local copy and print shop for fairly inexpensive and adhered to magnetic backing. (For best results, use an acrylic type material versus paper for an all-weather product.) Again, flags and yellow ribbons are perfect for this item.

Outdoor Dinnerware

Just in time for all those summer barbeques, consider creating hand painted, outdoor safe, patriotic dinnerware! Many shopping outlets carry plain colored acrylic dishware and drink ware. Add a bit of Delta Perm Enamel Air-Dry Paint in an Americana pattern, and you have created a one of a kind product. Create several different styles for a unique product selection.

Wall Art

Vintage looking, Americana wall art is definitely chic. Many home décor stores and department store chains sell such décor, but usually at a hefty price. All you need is a piece of plaque wood (available at most craft and hobby stores), a bit of Krylon Crackled spray paint, a bit of acrylic paint, and an artist's paintbrush and you have a product that is unique and very popular.

Kitchen Canisters

The look of vintage tin canisters is quite popular right now. Consider adding your own patriotic twist by painting them using spray paints (in red, white, and blue of course!) and a star shaped stencil. Seal the outside for longer wearing with an acrylic finishing spray. Several old canister sets can be purchased at flea markets and junk stores. Simply wash well, dry well, and decorate to your imagination's content!

Wreaths

Whoever said wreaths were limited to the holidays was crazy! Patriotic door wreaths are simple to create. Just choose a bit of fabric and sew into a tube/donut shape. Adhere red, white, and blue hearts that have been sewn together and stuffed using fiber fill. Add additional details, as desired, to create a gift item that your buyers will adore!