Create a patriotic snow globe with this easy DIY tutorial. Use cupcake liners and cardstock paper to make a festive and fun decoration.
Crafting Patriotism: The Ultimate 4th of July DIY Kids’ Project
Who says snow globes are ONLY for the Christmas season?! We are bringing the iconic piece into our patriotic celebrations and we hope you are encouraged to do the same with your little one today as well!
The 4th of July is almost here, and what better way to celebrate our nation’s independence than with a craft that’s fun, patriotic, and safe for kids of all ages?
This season, steer away from store-bought decorations and dive into a DIY craft that is as rewarding to make as it is visually stunning.
This tutorial will guide you through making a patriotic “Fireworks Snow Globe” using simple materials like cupcake liners and paper, bringing a festive sparkle to your home.
Craft Supplies:
- SNOW GLOBE ON OUR LANDING PAGE
- Blue Cardstock Paper
- White Cardstock Paper
- Scissors
- Stapler
- Large Cupcake Liners
- Small Cupcake Liners
- Adhesive
- Embellishments
- Printed Picture
- Marker
Directions:
- First things first, grab the free blank snow globe file {listed above in the supply list} and print it out on white cardstock paper.
- Next up – grab your scissors and trim out the design. Discard excess paper.
- Go ahead and glue the snow globe cutout to the center of your blue paper.
- Now for the cupcake liner fireworks. Grab your various sizes/colors of cupcake liners, along with the stapler and scissors.
- Flatten out a few {2 to 3 different colored} cupcake liners with your hands and stack them on top of each other.
- Using the stapler, secure them in the center.
- Now use the scissors to make a fringe around the edge.
- Fluff it up with your hands.
- Repeat the cupcake liner step to make several “fireworks” for inside your snow globe.
- Once you have the fireworks done, go ahead and arrange/glue them inside the paper snow globe design.
- To finish off your 4th of July snow globe keepsake, add your picture in the center, as well as your embellishments.
- Then display your patriotic fireworks snow globe proudly, for ALL to see!!
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Crafting with kids is a precious way to spend quality time together. This 4th of July, as you work on this project, enjoy the creativity and joy that comes from it.
Not only will your home be adorned with beautiful, personalized decorations, but you’ll also instill a sense of patriotism in your child that will last a lifetime.
Remember, the true spirit of any craft lies in the moments shared and the memories made. Happy crafting, and Happy 4th of July, America!
Patriotic Snow Globe Craft Idea For Kids
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