Freedom isn’t just about grand parades and fireworks; it’s about the little things that remind us of our nation’s vibrant spirit. DIY Patriotic Craft offers a unique, personal way to celebrate Independence Day. They incorporate colors and symbols representing your beloved country, making them perfect for national celebrations, festive gatherings, or household decor. If you also want to prepare your space for the upcoming Independence Day, here are 10 DIY Patriotic Crafts that are fun, easy, and sure to raise your patriotic spirit.

DIY Patriotic Crafts

When you create something yourself, it’s special and full of love. You can show your love and value for our country by starting these holiday decoration ideas. Whether you want fun painting crafts for your child, a patriotic accessory for your friend, a bag with a flag design for the parades, or something to add to the decoration, we have everything to fulfill your needs. We have provided a brief description, materials, and a quick-making procedure for each craft, but you can find the step-by-step guide from the links. So, why not create many memories and moral lessons with these DIY crafts?

What DIY decoration would be used for a Fourth of July celebration?

Stars and Stripes Balloons: You might get helium and latex balloons in the colors of the American flag.
American Flag Bunting: This can be draped around the edge of a porch or hung from windows as a show of American pride.
Centerpiece: Use red, white, and blue flowers or themed items for a display at the center of the table.
Patriotic Lights: String lights in red, white, and blue colors could be used to illuminate the area in the evening.
Tablecloth and Dinnerware: A themed tablecloth and coordinating plates, cups, and napkins.
Festive Wreath: A patriotic wreath made with artificial flowers or ribbons in the flag’s colors.
Paper Lanterns: Hang red, white, and blue paper lanterns for a festive touch.
Patriotic Yard Signs or Flags: You can have signage or banners showcasing patriotic messages or the American flag.
Fireworks or Sparklers: If allowed in your area, these could serve as the grand finale of the celebration.
Patriotic-Themed Printables: You can create or get printables such as table cards, cupcake toppers, banners, and coasters.

Fireworks Craft For Kids Using Straws:

This Fireworks Craft for Kids, made using straws, is a fun and festive activity to celebrate the 4th of July. You can enjoy creating this artwork with your children, which can later be used as an attractive decoration for their rooms or as a valuable school art project.

Start by stretching out the straws as far as they can go, and group them together in your hand. Spread out the top of the straws, then wrap a piece of tape around the bottom of them while they’re being held. Add another piece right under the top. Dip the straws into the blue paint and press them all over the paper. If needed, press each straw individually for a more vibrant color. Follow this with red paint to complete your firework craft. Add some glitter for a sparkly finish!

Materials:

7 Straws
Paint
A piece of white paper
Tape
Glitter for extra sparkle

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4th Of July Craft For Kids:

Craft a stunning patriotic necklace this 4th of July with your kids using this impressive DIY guide. This craft not only keeps kids occupied but also gives them a lovely piece of patriotic jewelry to wear or as gifts for their friends.

Cut red straws into one-inch pieces and set them with blue beads. Take a long string and tie a bead at one end to prevent slipping. Put tape on the other end for easy threading. Alternate threading straws and beads on the string. Tie the string to make a necklace, then cut off excess tape and bead.

Materials:

String or thin yarn
Scissors
Scotch tape
Blue pony beads
Red straws

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Make An Eagle From A Cardboard Tube:

This engaging craft introduces kids to the American Bald Eagle, the national bird and animal of the United States, often highlighted during patriotic holidays such as Independence Day. The crafting process is kid-friendly and can be an exciting way for your children to get more involved in the patriotic spirit of the holiday.

Begin by painting the cardboard tube and let it dry. Meanwhile, cut out wings, feathers, and a beak from construction paper. Glue googly eyes and the beak onto one end of the tube for the head. Next, glue the wings on opposite sides of the tube and attach the feathers by overlapping them. Finally, create a base for your eagle by cutting a circle from cardboard and covering it with green paper. Make a hole in the center of the base, add some glue, and insert the cardboard tube eagle.

Materials:

Cardboard tube
Construction paper
2 Googly eyes
Scissors
White Craft Glue
Black Marker
Pattern

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Super Easy Pompom Flag Crafts For Kids:

Complete your look for the 4th of July show by carrying this adorable DIY bag displaying a complete aesthetic of patriotism. It can hold many items and would make a great gift for someone related to the army.

First, separate each color pompom. From the top, squeeze a line of glue across the canvas. Place the pompoms together on the glue, starting with four blue ones. After completing the blue section, proceed with the alternating red and white rows. Apply each row of glue, then the pompoms. For multi-colored rows, use four blue and about nine red or white pompoms. After all the pompoms are placed, add ‘stars.’ Once dry, cut a piece of ribbon and glue its ends to the back of the canvas to hang your flag.

Materials:

Red, White, and Blue Pompoms
Craft Glue
One 8×10 size craft canvas
Patriotic-themed ribbon
White buttons

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How To Make 3d Patriotic Stars:

If you’re keen on creating some striking 4th of July decorations, this guide on how to make 3D Patriotic Stars would be ideal. This DIY project perfectly captures the traditional and rustic Americana aesthetic, thus bringing forth the spirit of Independence Day!

Start by cutting out stars in various sizes. Next, make the stars three-dimensional using a scoreboard. Wrap each 3D star and embellish accordingly. Finalize the stars with any additional decor. Lastly, attach these stars to a frame of your choice using matching clothespins. Remember, this craft is all about showing your patriotic spirit; have fun with it!

Materials:

Rustic Americana patterned papers
A Silhouette CAMEO
Scoreboard
Hemptique Hemp Cord
Pebbles Americana Accent Stickers
Card Stock Shapes
Americana clothespins

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How To Make A Patriotic Clothespin Flag Wreath:

Boost your 4th of July decorations with 3D Patriotic Stars. These stars are made from patterned papers boasting American colors and are great for holiday home decor. You’ll brighten your celebration and might even feel inspired to try more crafts with a scoreboard!

Start by painting the wire wreath white. Then, spray paint clothespins in two different colors and let them dry. In the meantime, punch out stars. Once the blue clothespins are dry, glue stars to their front. The clothespins are attached to the wreath in a particular order: use five red, then alternate to five white, and repeat. Finally, attach the blue clothespins to the remaining space on the wire wreath. Finish by attaching a ribbon to the back for hanging.

Materials:

Clothespins
Satin spray paint
Ivory or white card stock paper
Star hole punch
Glue or tacky glue
Hot glue gun
White ribbon
12″ wire wreath

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Foam Firecracker Slingshot:

Remember the dramatic effect of fireworks bursting in the sky on the fourth of July? This is a fun and easy way to get that effect without the cleanup. The rockets are easy to make and can be the perfect decor additions for your own home or to give as gifts.

To make the foam firecracker slingshot, begin by painting the foam tubes, letting 3 coats cover them completely. Then, fold the ribbon in half and tie it onto one full-size zip tie. Fasten a rubber band to that zip tie. After this, insert this setup with the rubber band, zip tie, and ribbon into the foam tube such that the rubber band is poking out from one side and the ribbon is visible from the other end. Secure everything tight with a second zip tie and trim the surplus part.

Materials:

Foam tube
Plastic zip ties
Rubber band
Ribbon
Baker’s twine and/or yarn
Red/white/blue acrylic paint

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DIY 4th Of July Chalkboard Star:

Celebrate Independence Day in style by crafting your 4th of July Chalkboard Star. Makimg this decor is incredibly easy, and once done, you can freely write or draw on the star using chalk. It’s an enduring and customizable piece, perfect for the 4th of July celebrations.

First, remove the string from the chalkboard star and apply patterned duct tape to the edges, ensuring it’s smooth. Continue around the star, cutting the tape vertically to follow the contours of the hanging loop and cover rough edges. When you’ve gone full circle, stick the tape end down, wrap the excess tape around the back, and cut slits to secure it. Prime the chalkboard surface by rubbing chalk and wiping it clean. Finally, sketch your design right-side up and enjoy your patriotic chalkboard star.

Materials:

Metal Chalkboard Star
Patterned duct tape
Chalk

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4th Of July Stars And Stripes Plaque:

Celebrate Independence Day by adding this decoration just in your room. It would be a humble chance to spend fun crafting time with your family while teaching them the love for their beloved land.

Firstly, paint the stars blue with red and white stripes on the wood. After the paint dries, arrange the stars in a circle on the plaque and secure them with glue. Next, screw eyehooks to the top of the plaque. Lastly, string ribbon through the hooks and hang up your stars and stripes plaque. This piece will surely add a patriotic touch to your space!

Materials:

An 8×8 piece of wood
(12) 1.5″ wood stars
Red, white, and blue acrylic paint
2 eyehooks
Coordinating ribbon
Glue

lollyjane

4th Of July Paper Rosette Wreath:

Prepare your place for the 4th of July with this fun homemade craft. It has red and white and blue and white rosettes arranged in a holiday wreath. This DIY project is not only fun to do but also adds a personal touch to your decor.

Score your scrapbook paper across the whole page. Cut into strips perpendicular to your scoring lines into two sizes. Fold the paper strips accordion style. Glue the strip ends together, making an accordion-folded tube. Gather one end towards the center to flatten until it forms a rosette. Secure rosettes with hot glue. Repeat these steps until you have enough rosettes. Arrange your rosettes around the cardboard circle and secure them with hot glue. Enjoy your festive wreath!

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