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Here are many Fourth of July arts and crafts projects for American kids who are feeling patriotic. You would be suprised at how many cool crafts activities there are for 4th of July.

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Below you will find many Fourth of July arts and crafts projects for American kids who are feeling patriotic. You would be suprised at how many cool crafts activities there are for 4th of July.

Recent Arts and Crafts Projects for Kids

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3D Star Paper Craft - This is a cute, simple paper craft that results in a 3D ornament you can hang around the room.

3-D Fireworks T-Shirt Craft - Make this stunning t-shirt to wear for this year’s Fourth of July festivities. Show off your patriotic spirit and creativity--everyone will want to know where you got such a great top.

4th of July Jewelry - A simple craft idea using colored noodles.

4th of July Salt Dough Pins Craft for Kids - Show your love for the USA by making one of these fun and patriotic pins to wear on your shirt or hat.

4th of July Flower Pot Votive Candleholder - A decorative candleholder for holiday or every day.

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American Flag Fan - Celebrate the country's birthday with the fanfare it's due -- waving a handmade fan that looks like the American flag.

American Flag Wall Hanging 4th of July Craft - This is a really beautiful American Flag craft for kids to make when they are feeling patriotic.

American Paper 3D Flag Model - Here is a free printable simple paper model of our American Flag that prints out on only one sheet of printer paper in color and it will stand up on most surfaces. Place it on your computer monitor at work or school. Great school or camp activity, that exercises creativity and eye hand coordination.

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Bald Eagle Fourth of July Wreath Craft - This is a fun wreath to do by yourself or with a group.

Ball Catchers Crafts Tutorial - A recycled milk jug or detergent bottle becomes a great ball catcher for young kids just learning how to catch.

Beaded Sunglasses Holder Craft - Start a fashion craze with your own Beaded Sunglasses Holder to wear around your neck. A great craft for kids who are prone to losing their sunglasses.

Bike Streamer Decorations - Cover your bicycle or tricycle with red, white (and blue) streamers for the Fourth of July or Canada Day. Kids can grab their friends and make their own parade with this easy, fun activity.

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Can-do Stilts Fourth of July Crafts Activity for Kids - Give your favorite patriot a boost with a pair of classic tin can stilts. Our design allows you to empty the can while keeping its top and bottom sealed for safety and stability.

Celebration Seltzer Rockets - Safe rockets for the kids!

Craft Foam Beanie Craft - Learn how to make this patriotic Fourth of July hat.

Craft Stick Flag Craft - This is a simple-to-make US flag made from craft sticks.

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Decorated Visors for Kids - These visors are perfect for the upcoming warm weather. And we have plenty of ideas to snazz them up!

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Festive Fans Craft for Fourth of July - These stars-and-stripes fans are fun to wave while waiting on the sidelines for the parade to begin.

Fire Cracker Decorations - Add some red, white and blue to your table.

Firecracker Napkin and Utensil Holder Craft - This festive project not only looks great on the table but it's functional too! By making this fun craft from cardboard tubes you will be recycling as well.

Fireworks Flowers Craft for Kids - Dressed in the red, white and blue, these pretty coffee filter flowers look like patriotic fireworks. Make a bunch of these easy but beautiful flowers for your 4th of July barbecue or picnic.

Fireworks Art Craft Activity for Children - Have a blast this Fourth of July with these explosive designs: bursts of paint that resemble fireworks in the sky.

Flag Invitations - Set a patriotic theme for your block party or parade with easy, homemade invitations.

Fold-and-snip Stars to Celebrate Independence Day - Here's a neat trick your kids can use to dazzle fellow patriots on Independence Day: take a plain sheet of paper, make a series of folds, snip once, and, presto! You've got a perfect star.

Fourth of July Armband - Here's a stylish way to sport the colors of the flag for Flag Day (June 14), the Fourth of July, or all summer long.

Fourth of July Firecracker - A fun firecracker decoration to make.

Fourth of July Red, White, and Blue Bracelet - Make a bracelet out of red, white, and blue paper

Fourth of July Tissue Paper Flowers and Juice Jar Vase - I've given directions for making the flowers and for making the vase. You don't have to do them both... you can make some flowers and put them in a store bought vase or you can make the vase and put in some silk flowers.

Fourth of July Chair Covers - Make these simple chair covers for Fourth of July, then customize them for any celebration at home or school.

Fourth of July Twirlers - One way to show your patriotic colors is to hang an array of these red, white and blue twirlers from a window frame, tree, or front porch.

Fourth of July Party Pot - This 4" terra cotta pot can be used to hold napkins and utensils at a Fourth of July or Memorial Day barbeque. You can also make smaller pots as name holders or fill with treats for guests to take home.

Glitter Glue Yarn Stars Craft - These glittery patriotic stars are not only an easy to make craft for kids, they use very few supplies and are great for the Fourth of July holiday. Make these cute 4th of July yarn stars to hang in your window!

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Holiday Pillowcases - Better make plenty! These make great gifts!!

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Independence Day Shaker - Try this fun and simple (not to mention safe) firecracker with your kids. A simple make and shake craft rocket for the kids.

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Liberty Shakers - Make a joyful noise in honor of America's independence with this homemade rattle rouser.

Lofty Table Topper Decoration for Fourth of July - Jazz up your Independence Day picnic with a utensil-holding hot-air balloon that really rises to the occasion.

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Make Your Own Flag - Make a special flag that tells about you.

Margarine Tub Drum - Loud salutes have been an Independence Day tradition since the Liberty Bell rang in 1776. Your child can sound off with this rhythmic noisemaker.

Miniature Uncle Sam Hats Craft - This July 4th make these miniature Uncle Sam hats to decorate your picnic table! The Fourth of July wouldn't be complete without some patriotic crafts for kids, so be sure to make this cute craft today.

Musical Stars and Stripes Craft - Let freedom ring with this easy-to-assemble patriotic wind chime fashioned out of a few basic craft supplies.

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Parade Stick - Who can resist a parade? Now even the spectators can join in by waving their parade sticks.

Patriotic Bubble Wands Craft for Kids - Kids can safely show their patriotic spirit with these adorable star shaped bubble wands. Instead of sparklers this year, opt for bubbles and all the wonder they bring with them!

Patriotic Candle Jar - Need some fun centerpieces for this summer's get togethers? Why not this patriotic candle jar that doubles as a vase! Easy for kids to make, looks great on your table or counter.

Patriotic Flip Flops Craft Activity for Children - Summer is here and that means ditching the tennis shoes for sandals and flip flops. Make some fun and crafty flip flops to celebrate the Fourth of July. Wear them to the parade and everyone will want to know where you got them!

Patriotic Pinwheel - A simple-to-make pinwheel for older children.

Patriotic Pencil Holder - Make a cute pencil holder with popsicle sticks.

Patriotic Water Bracelets - Water bracelets are easy to make and fun to wear. Put these patriotic water bracelets together for the 4th of July or just anytime! Wear them to the July 4th parade and display your craft talent with pride.

Patriotic Pony Bead Necklace Craft - You can combine the fun of molding salt dough and the ease of threading pony beads with this patriotic necklace. It's perfect to wear for this year's July 4th celebration or for Memorial Day or Flag Day.

Patriotic Star Clock - A clock for 4th of July, Flag Day, Memorial Day, or any day!

Patriotic Finger Weave Headband Craft - Remembering finger weaving with stretchy loops? Your kids will love it as much as you did! My eight-year-old daughter, Jamie, designed this patriotic headband and showed me how to make it!

Patriotic Wind Sock Craft - You can make a patriotic wind sock from an oatmeal box, construction paper, string, and crepe paper streamers.

Patriotic Headband Craft - Dress up for your July 4th party with a patriotic red, white and blue headband.

Patriotic Macramé Bracelet Craft for Kids - Fashionable and patriotic, this macramé bracelet only uses one knot. Great for beginners.

Perler Bead Patriotic Pins - Make patriotic Perler pins by the dozen! Wear 'em, SWAP 'em or sell them for your fundraiser.

Personalized Can Hugs for the Fourth of July - Barbecues and picnics are lots of fun, but often times our drinks get mixed up and no one knows whose is whose. Make a can hug with your name so you know where yours is all the time!

Personalized July 4th Fireworks Placemat - Having a picnic or barbecue this 4th of July? Have the kids make these cute personalized placemats to use at the party! They’ll love making them, and family and friends will love the results.

Pony Bead & Safety Pin Flag Pattern Craft - The perfect kid version of the famous flag pin. For ages 7 and up.

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Recycled Patriotic Flip Flops Craft - Recycle an ordinary pair of flip flops by adding recycled patriotic ribbon.

Red, White, and Blue Baton - This festive baton in patriotic colors is the perfect accessory for a holiday party or parade.

Ribbon Door Flag - You don't need a wraparound porch or even a flagpole to hang our compact version of the Stars and Stripes--a front door will do fine.

Rocket Balloons 4th of July Craft Activity - Make a bunch and invite kids to pair up and see who can complete the longest pass. Or form a circle and see how long the group can keep several rockets airborne by randomly tossing them back and forth.

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Safety Pin and Seed Bead American Flag - Make an american flag from safety pin and seed beads

Safe Sparklers 4th of July Craft for Children - Your child will love making these shiny sparklers. The best part: they won’t burn little hands and will never go out!

Suncatchers - US Flag - For holidays or anytime to show your spirit!

Stand-Alone Star Craft - This 3-dimensional star decoration is made from 2 paper stars that are interlaced. These stars stand by themselves on a table, and make a great patriotic or Christmas decoration.

Star Spangled Luminaries - Can't get to the fireworks? These festive luminarias let you light up the night right in your own front yard.

Stars & Stripe Shirt Craft for 4th of July - Get dressed up for the 4th of July in this easy to make Stars and Stripes Shirt. Kids will love helping with this project!

Star-spangled Ride 4th of July Craft Activity - Want a bike that'll stop traffic? First, splatter-paint some stars and add them to your bars -- handlebars, that is -- and to a safety-flag pole. Spiff up your wheels with straws and garlands, then hit the road! (Our decked-out bike should be ridden at a parade pace, not at high speeds.)

Star Spangled Wavers - These batons promise to be the stars of any Independence Day celebration.

Star Studded Door Hanger Craft - Show your patriotic spirit by making this sparkling welcome hanger for your door. Easy to put together and so pretty to look at!

String of Stars - Decorate a porch railing with these festive Fourth of July garlands.

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Tiger Seltzer Rockets - Safe rockets for the kids! Great for Tiger Cubs!

Tie-Dyed Fourth of July Bunting Craft - Plain white fabric (either store-bought or recycled from old sheets) becomes patriotic bunting once it's tied strategically and dyed red and blue. Trimmed with ribbon and draped along a railing, fence, or wall, it's a one-of-a-kind way to flaunt your family's spirit. Dye a matching tablecloth too -- then use your creations for summers to come.

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Uncle Sam Pin - Pin on a patriotic face that's sure to stand out in any Fourth of July crowd.

Uncle Sam Holding Flag 4th of July Craft - This is a fun and easy color, cut and paste craft that uses a toilet paper roll as a base to give the finished craft a three dimensional effect.

Uncle Sam Hat Treat Holders - Decorate your table this Fourth of July with these adorable treat holders made to look like Uncle Sam’s hat. Fill with your favorite treats and give away as party favors at the end of the party!

USA Candle Craft 4th of July Craft - Make this cute Fourth of July Candle craft. Pair with the matching napkin rings for a patriotic table setting.

Uncle Sam Windsock Craft for Kids - This is a fun and easy paper craft that you can hang outside to flutter in the wind on any patriotic occasion. You can substitute fun foam pieces for the paper template pieces to create a sturdier (longer lasting) version.

USA Friends - Make yourself one of about 100 possible Independence Day tp roll critters like Blue's Clues, Scooby Doo, Pikachu, a mouse, a hippo,... you get the idea!

USA Handprint Craft - This handprint wreath is a good choice for memorial day, veteran's day or the 4th of July.

USA Patriotic Wreath 4th of July Craft - This tp roll wreath provides a great way for your children to decorate the house for the Fourth of July or other patriotic American celebration. The diameter of the completed wreath is about 15 inches. This craft is fun for older children (and adults!) - Age 6+.

USA Mobile - This is a simple mobile made up of stars and flags.

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