50 Easy 4th of July Crafts to Get Everyone in the Patriotic Spirit
DIY projects for kids and adults alike!
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If you've never seen pictures of the block party Ree Drummond throws on the 4th of July in Pawhuska, then let us paint a little picture for you: patriotic signs hanging from buildings, galvanized mini bucket centerpieces with red, white, and blue flowers, and plenty of everyone's favorite grilling recipes to taste. It's pretty clear why it's one of Ree's favorite holidays, and if you have that same patriotic spirit, you've come to the right place. Because one of the most fun things to do on Independence Day is decorate with DIY 4th of July crafts!
Plan ahead with an afternoon to craft cute decorations, clothes, or edible art that you'll put to good use! We've found tons of options for all skill levels, including flashy beverage stirrers, patriotic soap, and a party tub to hold all those ice cold 4th of July drinks. Some of these projects even get kids in on the action, too; try making cupcake liner flowers in red, white, and blue, and pretzels that look like tiny flags and double as cute 4th of July decorations. Everyone big and small can enjoy getting their hands busy to prepare for this year's celebration.
Make a whole day of it with a patriotic playlist or 4th of July movies for the kiddos to watch as they craft. It'll be a fun way to soak up summer and the holiday. Without further ado, it's time to break out the glitter and glue!
Put your patriotic crafts to use with these ideas:
Patriotic Party Straws
Planning a backyard bash? Well, creating fun and festive straws for all those 4th of July drinks is a great way to tie together the whole theme. All you need is some card stock and a star punch.
Get the tutorial at A Night Owl.
Simple 4th of July Wreath
What a cute way to show your patriotism right on your door for everyone to see! This wreath doesn't take too long to assemble either: You simply wrap ribbon around foam wreaths and secure it with hot glue.
Get the tutorial at Craftaholics Anonymous.
Patriotic Mini Planter Box
Whether you're decorating for a party or simply want your home to have an all-American atmosphere through the summer, this adorable planter will do the trick. Just grab some American flag bandanas and trim them to the size of the wood squares that you glue together.
Get the tutorial at The Crazy Craft Lady.
Patriotic Pallet Sign
If this is the land that you love, then you'll definitely want to try this cute little craft project. Make a pallet sign with a little help from your Cricut or Silhouette cutting machine to speed up the process. You'll be done and celebrating in no time!
Get the tutorial at Ribbons and Glue.
4th of July Treat Toppers
You're probably already planning a whole slew of yummy 4th of July desserts, so make them even more delightful by adding a festive topper. This free, printable template simply needs to be cut out and glued to a popsicle stick for an instant celebration.
Get the tutorial at Creations by Kara.
Balloon Centerpiece
Plan your party with ease using this craft that requires supplies you probably already have lying around! You'll just fill a bucket with sand and decorate it with a red or blue bandana. Then, partially inflate red, white, and blue balloons so they're slightly different sizes and tie them to dowels. The sand will help keep this beautiful bouquet in place when you stick them in the bucket!
Blue Bottle Centerpiece
With everything else on your to-do list for the holiday, sometimes you need a craft that requires, well, minimal crafting. Here, you have a pretty recycled decoration composed of blue glass bottles in various sizes, filled with roses (or other flowers) and sparkler sticks. These can be used as a table centerpiece or placed along window sills or porch steps!
Red, White, and Blue Candy Jars
Place a centerpiece on your tablescape that's both decorative and snackable! Oh yes, these glass jars are filled with red, white, and blue gumballs (you can also fill with candies) for guests to enjoy. Insert a couple of flags in each to really send the patriotic message home.
Kids Mermaid Patriotic Shirt
Win the Best Parent award this Independence Day and craft the kids a DIY punny shirt they'll cherish for years to come. It's homemade with love and sure to get plenty of wear throughout the summer.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
Melted Bead Stars
This old-school project involves melting down beads to form red, white, and blue stars. Not only is it a family-friendly craft, but they're also the perfect extra decorative touch, whether you plan to hang them on door handles, create bunting, or add them to a garland.
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
Patriotic Manicure
Don't be fooled into thinking this exquisite nail art is hard to master—these patriotic nails are super easy to paint! Lay down nail tape to achieve even stripes. As for the stars, it's simply a matter of finding a patterned nail stamp!
Get the tutorial at Living After Midnite.
Giant Paper Flower American Flag
Of course, you'll break out the fabric flags, but what about a floral flag? This blogger gives two options for making the giant paper flowers seen here—one crafting by hand, the other by Silhouette machine. Whichever you choose, you'll end up with a super original wall decor piece that's as summery as the weather outside.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
Red, White, and Blue Surprise Balls
Here's a great idea: Use these surprise balls as goodies for the littlest guests at your 4th of July bash! Made from red and blue streamers, they're filled with small prizes, are easy to transport, and double as a cute temporary decoration. Their portability makes them particularly useful if you're traveling somewhere for the holiday.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
Patriotic Tie Dye Towel
Take a plain white beach towel and give it a pretty, patriotic upgrade using zip ties and a basic tie-dye kit. We love this craft because you can continue to use it through the summer.
Get the tutorial from Live Free Creative.
Patriotic Crown
Crown the grown-ups and kids alike with a festive Independence Day headpiece to match their 4th of July outfits! It's easy to make a whole set of these, and they can be repurposed as wreaths. Plus, think of the photo opportunities!
Get the tutorial from A Pumpkin and a Princess.
Stars and Stripes Plaque
Grab some paint and a small square of wood and you're halfway to crafting this sweet plaque yourself. Hang it on your door, mantel, or banister for a subtle spruce-up.
Get the tutorial from Lolly Jane.
Patriotic Shoes
Here's an excuse for the kids to paint their shoes on purpose. Take a paint pen and color in a pair plain canvas shoes with blue silhouetting white stars. A red trim adds the final touch to your patriotic kicks!
Get the tutorial from Happiness Is Homemade.
Chalkboard Star
Chalkboard is always a fun craft material ripe with opportunity. This star-shaped board is turned extra patriotic when wrapped in patterned duct tape or washi tape. Scrawl your holiday greeting and it's ready to
Get the tutorial from Little Red Window.
4th of July Rockets
Not only will kids love creating their own cardboard rockets, but parents will be glad to hear that they're perfectly safe. No fireworks here!
Get the tutorial from Happiness Is Homemade.
Patriotic Balloon Decorations
Let freedom ring! You and your kids can dress up some balloons with these star decorations. They also make great party favors.
Get the tutorial at Love the Day.
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