# DIY Americana Sweaters The 'Star Spangled Hoodie' Will Amp up Your Independence Day Celebrations By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-06-25 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-patriotic-sweater References: [ohpishposh](http://www.ohpishposh.com/2012/06/star-spangled-hoodie.html) This vintage and patriotic DIY sweater, dubbed the 'Star Spangled Hoodie' by blogger Breanne, is perfect for the all-American girl. The few hours of work will be well worth it and certain to make an impression this Independence Day. This "[stars and stripes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stars-stripes-sweetness-collection)" sweater is a straight-forward project and only requires a few essentials to complete. You'll need to grab an [old white sweater](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seafarer-cotton-sweaters) (or new -- you'll be sure to find one at [American Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trucker-gear)), Tulip Fabric Spray Paint, masking tape and freezer paper. Breanne, or Beener as her family calls her, takes you through a step-by-step guide on the blog 'oh, pish posh.' Just make sure to leave yourself a few hours to complete the project. Other nationalities could take note too! The creative DIY-er should get to work and design an equally unique version that fits in with their country's colors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Sweaters:** Opportunity for businesses to offer DIY sweater kits and accessories. - **Patriotic Fashion:** Opportunity for clothing brands to create more patriotic-themed fashion items. - **Personalized Designs:** Opportunity for customization platforms to offer personalized patriotic sweater designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Craft Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for craft supply stores to offer all-in-one DIY sweater kits. - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for fashion retailers to capitalize on the patriotic fashion trend. - **Customization Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for customization platforms to offer personalized patriotic sweater designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Exclusive Patriotic Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-heart-america.md) - [Independence Day Donut Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-spangled-sweetness-collection.md) - [Patriotic Americana Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-stars-and-stripes-dozen.md) - [Patriotic Blended Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firework-frappuccino.md) - [Patriotic Americana Pastry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourth-of-july-donuts.md) - [Patriotic Grocer Dessert Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-spangled-desserts.md) - [Patriotic Summertime Smoothie Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frutta-bowls-red-white-blue-bowl.md) - [Reimagined Patchwork Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patchwork-americana.md) - [Classic Fisherman-Inspired Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seafarer-cotton-sweaters.md)