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36 Utterly Charming Nautical DIYs

Whether you're going for a nautical or patriotic theme, these sailing-inspired projects are the perfectly elegant way to decorate this summer. Whatever floats your boat.

1. Sailor's Knot Napkin Settings

2. Nautical Rope Stair Banister

Get the directions here.

3. Sail Cupcake Bunting

4. Nautical Photo Frame

5. Ribbon and Rope Boutonnieres

6. Rope Vases

7. Anchor Print Wall

8. Anchor and Rope Coasters

9. Newspaper Hat Garland

10. Nautical Table

Get the directions here.

11. Chair Bunting

12. Rope Mirror

13. Another Rope Mirror Variation

14. Rope Shelves

Get the directions here.

15. Nautical Tote Bag

16. Rope Cuff Sandals

17. Wooden Nautical Buoys

18. Paper Sailboat Place Cards

19. Nautical Lamp

20. Nautical Nails

21. Nautical Rope Bracelet

22. Rope Table Mats

23. Rope Toilet Paper Holder

24. Lighthouse Candle Holder

25. Golden Anchor Sweatshirt

26. Jute Twine Maritime Knot

27. Monkey Fist Knot Door Stop

Get the instructions here.

28. Quick Hanging Sailor Hat DIY

29. Dip-Dyed Rope Bracelets

30. Rope Knot Napkin Rings

31. Anchor Print Bunting

32. Nautical Stripe Bracelets

33. Life Preserver Napkin Rings

34. Sailor's Knot Wine Stopper

35. Nautical Canvas Art

36. Braided Doormat