Create a triangle template for the flags by cutting a piece of printer paper into a large triangle. To do so: Fold the paper in half (hot dog style) and mark the center, draw a straight line from the center to each side of the opposite corner, and cut to create the triangle. 

Fold the painter's drop cloth into layers, and trace the triangle pattern. Then, cut the fabric to create individual fabric triangles. 

Create a star stencil with your Cricut - you can click here for my free pattern. If you don't have a Cricut, you can purchase a pre-made stencil, or simply use painter's tape to create stripes and skip the stars. 

Place your template on the flags, make sure it is pressed firmly down. Use a sponge paint brush to paint over the stencils, then remove the stencils to reveal the stars! Use this same method with painter's tape to create stripes.

Once the triangles are dry, use hot glue to secure each triangle to baker's twine. I spaced my triangles out about 6-8". 

Decorate!