The Fourth of July is such an amazing holiday. We get to celebrate our freedoms and show our appreciation for those who fought for those freedoms. I really want to teach my kids why this holiday is so important. I found some really great and Easy Patriotic Craft Ideas that I can make with my kids and even some that I can make myself to decorate our home with to feel more patriotic.
Easy Patriotic Craft Ideas
Being patriotic is so much more than just red, white, and blue. It is the meaning behind that beautiful combination of colors. Patriotism shows our strength as a country and how we can all stand together for the cause of solidarity and freedom. I really hope that you enjoy these Easy Patriotic Craft Ideas as much as I do.
My family loves to eat together on the Fourth of July. Whether we are having a big cookout or just a nice meal around the dinner table, my family’s favorite patriotic desserts to have are these amazing Patriotic Oreo Truffles and these delicious No-Bake Cherry Bomb Cookies. They are so cute and so yummy.
After dinner, our family likes to spend the evening playing games together. One game that we love to play that always brings so many smiles and a lot of laughter is a game of patriotic charades. I always use this set of 50 of the Best 4th of July Charades Words + Cards. They are perfect for learning about patriotism and for having fun too!
Supplies Needed To Make Easy Patriotic Craft Ideas
These crafts are so diverse, but they are all full of patriotism and the colors red, white, and blue. Here are some supplies that can make your crafts perfect for your Fourth of July celebrations:
- Patriotic Ribbon: This is great for hanging your crafts or for creating streamers.
- Paint: It’s easy to get creative and create your own patriotic designs with paint.
- Popsicle Sticks: These are perfect for handheld crafts or designing structures.
- Colored Craft Paper: Craft paper is perfect for crafting with kids and making cute patriotic projects.
- Tissue Paper: This is such a fun material for making suncatchers or bouquets.
- Craft Pom Poms: I saw some adorable eagle crafts that will use these.
- Glue: It’s essential to keep things together.
- Hot Glue Gun: This is great for keeping heavier materials together.
- Scissors: You’ll need these to cut your ribbon and craft paper.
- Clothespins: Clothespins are such a cute material to make wreaths or to hold up patriotic signs.
- Mason Jars: There are a lot of adorable crafts that use these.
Fun and Easy Patriotic Craft Ideas
Color by Number Fourth of July by Frosting and Glue
Patriotic Mason Jar Lanterns (VIDEO) by The Soccer Mom Blog
Pom Pom Bald Eagles by The Soccer Mom Blog
Handprint American Flag Craft by The Soccer Mom Blog
DIY American Flag Craft for 4th of July by Artsy Karma
Paper American Flag Lantern Craft for Kids by Red Ted Art
4th of July DIY Paper Fans Template – Memorial Day Activities by Red Ted Art
American Flag Bookmark by Red Ted Art
Star Suncatchers by Crafts by Amanda
4th of July Coffee Filter Flowers by Crafts by Amanda
Handprint Bald Eagle Craft For Kids [Free Template] by Simple Everyday Mom
Easy DIY USA Sign by Restore Decor and More
Easy DIY Patriotic Windsock by Family Focus Blog
Fireworks Painting Craft Tutorial For Kids by Made in a Pinch
How To Make 4th Of July Pinwheels by The Printables Fairy
No Sew 4th of July Flag Bunting DIY Craft by Thrifty Jinxy
Easy DIY 4th of July Planter by Thrifty Jinxy
Patriotic Eagle Craft with Pom Poms – Perfect for 4th of July! by Jinxy Kids
Upcycled Patriotic DIY Farmhouse Centerpiece {Easy & Cheap} by A Hundred Affections
4th of July Mason Jar American Flag (Red, White, and Blue) by Love Our Real Life
DIY Wooden American Flag (How to Make Your Own) by Love Our Real Life
How to Make Patriotic Slime by Crafts by Amanda
Patriotic Bandana Wreath by Crafts by Amanda
Patriotic Stick Figure Rock Painting for Independence Day by Ruffles & Rainboots
Make This July 4th Gnome in Minutes with this Patriotic Gnome Pattern! by Ruffles & Rainboots
DIY Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Korker Hair Bow Tutorial by The Moody Blonde
Patriotic Heart Headbands by Albion Gould
Patriotic Mini Yarn Wreath by Albion Gould
Red, White & Blue Patriotic Paper Craft by This Mama Loves
Uncle Sam Hat Craft (Free Printable!) by Simply Full of Delight
DIY Party Poppers for Kids by Mama of Minis
Super Fun, Free July 4th Printables! by Made by the Macs
How to Make Easy Patriotic Art With Fabric Scraps by The Boondocks Blog
Heart American Flag Craft by Crafting Jeannie
4th of July Americana Wreath by Organized Island
Patriotic Wreath by Coffee With Us 3
DIY Patriotic Fireworks Binoculars – Made From Toilet Paper Tubes by Inspiring Savings
How to Paint Mason Jars by Juggling Act Mama
Patriotic Wind Chime Craft by Juggling Act Mama
Patriotic Pinwheels by Crafts by Amanda
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Michele is a mom of 5 with her degree in marriage and family studies. She believes that one of the best ways you can spend time with your family is doing fun things together.