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Patriotic Crafts

Patriotic Star Wreath

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Patriotic Star Wreath

By Noreen Doll. This patriotic star wreath is easy for kids and cheap to make. The lunch bags required for the basic wreath can be found for about 30 for $1 at the Dollar Store. Or you can recycle 2 lunch bags. And crepe paper ribbon rolls can be found at the Dollar Store, too. This could easily be a group project, or a 4th of July craft. Materials. 2 … [Read more...] about Patriotic Star Wreath

Star Soda Can Lights

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Star Soda Can Lights

By Noreen Doll. Create colorful star soda can lights for many occasions. They're perfect for patriotic occasions such as Veteran's Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day. You could also use them for Christmas, birthdays, or graduation in school colors. Save your soda cans to recycle into this fun project! Supplies. String of … [Read more...] about Star Soda Can Lights

Patriotic Mini Gift Box

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Patriotic Mini Gift Box

By Noreen Doll. Make a fun and easy patriotic mini gift box for 4th of July favors. Fill it with Snaps for the kids, or small toys or candy. And it can be used for adult prizes, too. Since the boxes are so quick and easy, round up the family a day or two ahead and have a craft day to make them. Supplies. Paper, cut to 4x6 inches Narrow Ribbons: red, … [Read more...] about Patriotic Mini Gift Box

Aluminum Can Dimensional Star

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Aluminum Can Dimensional Star

By Noreen Doll. Create an aluminum can dimensional star to use with your decorations. Aluminum cans are bright and shiny, and come in so many colors that you can find one for any occasion. The red, white and blue cans are perfect for patriotic occasions, red and green are nice for Christmas, and the silver inside of the cans can be used to make silver … [Read more...] about Aluminum Can Dimensional Star

How to Make a Star Pattern

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How to Make a Star Pattern

By Noreen Doll. A star pattern is easy to do if you just learn a few folds. After you've made a paper star, you can trace it onto cereal cardboard or a milk jug to make it more permanent. Use some scrap paper to make a few practice stars in various sizes. Supplies. Paper Scissors Ruler (optional) How to Make a Star Pattern. 1. Start with a … [Read more...] about How to Make a Star Pattern

Small Gift Box

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Small Gift Box

By Noreen Doll. This small gift box could also be a favor box and you can make it in many sizes. Put your gift or favor in the center of the tissue paper and place it in the box for a lovely presentation. You can use it for any holiday or occasion simply by changing the color of the decorative paper on it. Think of using it at Easter with a handle, … [Read more...] about Small Gift Box

4th of July Fan from a Milk Jug

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4th of July Fan from a Milk Jug

By Noreen Doll. Make an easy 4th of July fan from a milk jug. It makes a colorful patriotic favor, and is cheap and easy to create. And it really works to help your guests stay cool. It's a great project for kids to help with, as they can cover the fan with colorful designs. Or you could set up a table with markers and fan shapes pre-cut, and let all the guests … [Read more...] about 4th of July Fan from a Milk Jug

Milk Jug Garland

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Milk Jug Garland

By Noreen Doll. Create a fun and crafty milk jug garland. This is so durable that you can hang it outside without fear of damage. I was studying a milk jug trying to decide how best to place a pattern on it when I happened to look at the bottom and noticed that it had 4 triangles on it. The first thing I thought of was the triangular shapes that you see on many … [Read more...] about Milk Jug Garland

Patriotic Postage Stamp Magnets

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Patriotic Postage Stamp Magnets

by Noreen Doll. Patriotic postage stamp magnets are a quick and easy project that even kids can do. They make a colorful addition to your refrigerator or they can be a nice little gift or favor. What You Need Sheet of 2 inch x 2 inch Ceramic Tiles Postage Stamps - Either New or Canceled Mod Podge Small Foam Brush Scissors Business Card Magnets, … [Read more...] about Patriotic Postage Stamp Magnets

Patriotic Fan from a Deck of Cards

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Patriotic Fan from a Deck of Cards

by Noreen Doll. Even kids can make a patriotic fan from a deck of cards. It's a great 4th of July or Memorial Day favor and will help your guests stay cooler on a hot summer day. It even folds compactly to fit in a pocket or purse. You can make several fans from one deck of cards, and it's a good way to use an old deck of cards, or a deck with a card or two … [Read more...] about Patriotic Fan from a Deck of Cards

4th of July Craft Ideas

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4th of July Craft Ideas

For 4th of July craft ideas, games, clipart and fun patriotic treats, you need look no further. When I was a kid, the 4th of July was one of my favorite holidays. For one thing, it came in the middle of summer when there was no school. We usually got together with extended family and the kids all played games and made noise all day long - usually with cap … [Read more...] about 4th of July Craft Ideas

4th of July Decorations

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4th of July Decorations

Of course, you need 4th of July decorations if you are having a 4h of July celebration. Included here are banners, centerpiece ideas for your table, and fireworks decorations. 4th of July Banner Make a 4th of July banner using their star template and embellishing the stars with patriotic colors and designs. 4th of July Centerpiece Ideas Layer red, white, and … [Read more...] about 4th of July Decorations

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