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Exploding Firecracker Cookies

Exploding Firecracker Cookies

Fill stacks of star shaped cookies with Pop Rocks for 4th of July. Kids will love the fun surprise inside […]

Patriotic Temporary Tattoos

Patriotic Temporary Tattoos

Create your own custom temporary tattoos, perfect for July 4th or any patriotic occasion. The tutorial includes 7 printable designs.

Patriotic Dip

Patriotic Dip

Planning an Independence Day party? This tasty dip will add patriotic flare to your table!

Sparkly Star Marshmallow Straws

Sparkly Star Marshmallow Straws

Red, white and blue star shaped marshmallows coated with sparkly colored sugar are perfectly patriotic for the 4th of July. […]

Flag Cookie Tray

Flag Cookie Tray

Impress everyone with this simple American flag cookie tray.  No decorating skills needed!  Simply dip and coat store-bought cookies for […]

Candy Firecrackers

Candy Firecrackers

These 4th of July candy firecrackers are sure to be popular! A free printable and twisted rope ribbon easily turn […]

American Flag Cookies

American Flag Cookies

Decorate adorable American flag cookies for the 4th of July or any patriotic occasion. They’re best for preteens and teens […]

Fabric Garland for the 4th of July

Decorate for Independence Day or another patriotic occasion with this sturdy fabric garland. Change out the colors to make versions […]

Polymer Clay Patriotic Picture Frame

Use polymer clay to create a unique picture frame for your favorite patriotic photo. You can also make these cute […]

Uncle Sam Nutter Butters

Uncle Sam Nutter Butters

These candy-coated Nutter Butter Cookies are decorated with modeling chocolate to look like Uncle Sam. This is a really fun […]

Patriotic Embroidery Hoop Dream Catcher

Create your own dream catcher using an embroidery hoop and assorted craft supplies in red, white, and blue. This is […]

Embroidered United States of America

Embroidered United States of America

This beautiful embroidery project is easy enough for a beginner. Though time-consuming, you only need to know one stitch to […]

Red, White and Blueberry Apple Flag

Red, White and Blueberry Apple Flag

It seems too good to be true, but these apple flags are cute, patriotic, healthy, and tasty! They’re easy to […]

Firecracker Cake

Firecracker Cake

Turn an ordinary cake roll into a cute and festive firecracker cake!  Fun for the 4th of July or any patriotic […]

Statue of Liberty Crown

Whether you’re celebrating indoors or having a good ol’ backyard barbecue, make your patriotic celebration extra festive with this awesome […]

Cardboard Tube Firecracker

Create cool decorations for the Fourth of July using cardboard tubes. Show your patriotism with this fun recycled project. 

Licorice Flag

Licorice Flag

This sweet flag is so easy to make and the kids can help. You can serve it just the way […]

USA Wreath

USA Wreath

Recycle cardboard tubes, turning them into pretty patriotic wreaths for Memorial Day. Hang one on the front door or in […]

Edible US Flag

Learn how to make an edible version of the US flag to serve on the 4th of July or any […]

Statue of Liberty Torch

Statue of Liberty Torch

Create your own version of the Statue of Liberty’s torch. It’s made with simple recycled materials and features a glittering […]

Pipe Cleaner Flag

Pipe Cleaner Flag

This fun flag craft is perfect for practicing patterns. It also works in colors, sensory, counting, shapes, and history all […]

Bald Eagle Picture Graph

Practice graphing skills with this fun bald eagle picture graph. The tutorial includes instructions for one-quadrant and four-quadrant graphing.

Fireworks Painting

Cardboard tubes make it fun to create beautiful fireworks paintings! It’s fun for patriotic celebrations, New Year’s Eve and more.

Easy Soldier Craft

Honor soldiers on Veteran’s Day or any time with this easy construction paper craft. It’s a wonderful way to help […]

Patriotic Biscuits

Patriotic Biscuits

Use food coloring and foam stamps to decorate these patriotic biscuits. They’re perfect for any patriotic celebration. 

Fireworks Painting

Fireworks Painting

These fireworks projects are quick, easy and fun for all ages! It’s the perfect project for July 4th or anytime […]

Black Velvet Fireworks Painting

Black Velvet Fireworks Painting

Create beautiful fireworks paintings on black velvet this 4th of July. It’s easy and so much fun!

Patriotic Star Suncatchers

These star suncatchers are a great way to decorate for any patriotic holiday, including the 4th of July, Memorial Day, […]

Bald Eagle Magnet

Celebrate the United States by making this feathered patriotic magnet. The bald eagle represents strength, courage, and freedom.

Flag Pizza

Celebrate the 4th or any occasion with this fun flag pizza! It’s easy to make, healthy, and delicious.

Ice Cream Cone Eagles

Ice Cream Cone Eagles

Celebrate the 4th of July with some fun ice cream cones decorated like eagles. They’re delicious, perfect for a hot […]

Kaboom Kakes

Kaboom Kakes

Turn snack cakes into firecrackers to celebrate the 4th of July. They’re sure to add sparks to the celebration!

Liberty Bell Scratch Art

This Liberty Bell art project uses oil pastels and sgraffito, an ancient scratch art technique. The results are stunning.

Flag Magazine Mosaic

Create a patriotic decoration for the 4th of July using an old magazine or catalog. This easy craft takes some […]

Watermelon Celebration

Watermelon Celebration

Chill out at your next celebration with fresh summer fruit! This carved watermelon is perfect for birthday parties, graduation parties […]

Graham Cracker Flag Dessert

Graham Cracker Flag Dessert

Kids will love creating this fun and tasty flag dessert.  It pulls apart for easy serving and is perfect for […]

Patriotic Stained Glass Window Craft

Create patriotic faux stained glass with contact paper, construction paper, and tissue paper. It looks beautiful with the light streaming […]

Watermelon Ice Cream Cake

Watermelon Ice Cream Cake

This watermelon cake is made of ice cream, cookies and cake. It’s such a refreshing treat for any summer occasion. 

States And Capitals Games

US States and Capitals Game

You don’t have to be an expert to know that the best way to learn something is through play. Elementary […]

Rice Krispie Treat Donuts

These beautiful rice krispie treat donuts are a fun treat for July 4th or other patriotic occasions. They’re really easy […]

Easy Star Button Wreath

Easy Star Button Wreath

This festive wreath is made using a paper plate, stars, buttons and ribbon. Let the kids use their imagination to […]

3-D Stars

3-D Stars

Make 3-D stars out of construction paper or scrapbook paper to decorate for your July 4th celebration. Hang them individually […]

4th of July Fruit Pizza

4th of July Fruit Pizza

Bake an Uncle Sam shaped cookie, top it with cream cheese fluff, and decorate it with fresh fruit. A perfect […]

Egg Carton American Flag

Decorate an egg carton in red, white, and blue to create a simplified version of the American flag. It’s a […]

Personalized Slap Bracelets

Are you looking for a fun project to make this summer? Then learn how to create custom slap bracelets, in […]

Sparkly Patriotic Photo Frame

Craft a sparkling, patriotic picture frame inspired by the American flag. This easy craft takes time, but the results are […]

Patriotic Felt, Ribbon, and Lace Flag

The Fourth of July is just around the corner. Show your patriotism with this bright and happy flag made from […]

Patriotic Pony Bead Necklace

Patriotic Pony Bead Necklace

Patriotic Pony Bead Necklace Combine the fun of stringing beads and molding salt dough to make these patriotic necklaces. They’re […]

Patriotic Paper Chain

Patriotic Paper Chain

Pair red and white striped paper with blue construction paper, add some stars, and you have a beautiful patriotic paper […]

For a Dynamite Dad

For a Dynamite Dad

Fill empty cardboard tubes with Dad’s favorite candy, then decorate them with construction paper, aluminum foil, pipe cleaners and stickers. […]

Flag Windsock

Flag Windsock

With a few simple supplies, your kids can help decorate for summer holidays with this easy red, white and blue […]

Hand Lettered American Flag Plaque

Embrace your hand lettering and display your patriotic spirit with this fabulous painted wood plaque. It’s easy to do and […]

Construction Paper Map

Make A 24 x 30 poster-sized map of the USA with your kids to celebrate our country. This is a […]

Presidents Day Snack

President’s Day Snack

This is a quick and easy snack that will help teach young kids American history with a tasty twist! This […]

Easy Sparkle Star Cookies

Using this premade, edible, food-safe product, you can make any cookie sparkle. These are perfect for the 4th of July!

Firework Flowers

Patriotic posies for your Fourth of July celebrations. Make a bunch to decorate your table or let the kids give […]

4th of July Fireworks Napkins

Make patriotic tie dye fireworks napkins for the 4th of July. It’s fun and they look really neat!

Cork American Flag

It doesn’t get any more patriotic than the American flag. Not only is this cork craft cute, but it’s inexpensive, […]

Clothespin Patriotic Wreath

Clothespin Patriotic Wreath

This fun wreath is a great way to display your patriotic spirit. Use clothespins, a wire wreath form and some […]

Washi Tape Silverware

Customize plastic silverware for any event with washi tape. It couldn’t be easier!

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