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MEMORIAL DAY CRAFTS FOR KIDS : Ideas for Arts & Crafts Activities and Projects to Celebrate Memorial Day to be Patriotic for Children, Teens, and Preschoolers

I usually love being silly in my craft introductions, but I feel too serious on such a solemn a solemn day to make light. Please take a moment today to give a silent thought for all the sacrifices made so that right now we are able to live such happy lives. Give hugs to your loved ones and honor our fallen. Make an American flag and other Memorial day crafts with your kids and God Bless you and your family.

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Americana
  Chair-Back Cushion Memorial Day Craft Americana Chair-Back Cushion Memorial Day Craft - - These all-American quilt blocks make a decorative cushion.

Americana
  Pitcher and Glasses Kids Craft Americana Pitcher and Glasses Kids Craft - - Decorate your pitcher and glass set for Memorial Day.

American
  Flag Fan Memorial Day Project for Children American Flag Fan Memorial Day Project for Children - - Your kids can proudly display their patriotic spirit on Flag Day, Memorial Day or Independence Day when they make this United States flag fan craft.

American
  Flag Pin Patriotic Activity American Flag Pin Patriotic Activity - - This tiny American flag is just the thing to wear on any patriotic holiday. You could also use it as part of your decoration for the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, or any other holiday where you fly the flag.

American
  Flag Wall Hanging Activity for Kids American Flag Wall Hanging Activity for Kids - - Design your own American flag you can hand in your room.

Backyard
  Bash Memorial Day Arts and Crafts Idea Backyard Bash Memorial Day Arts and Crafts Idea - - Simple outdoor pleasures like playing a game or having a picnic create some of the best summer memories! Encourage your kids to capture the fun!

Beaded
  Beauty to Make Beaded Beauty to Make - - Place this glistening pin on your lapel to show your patriotism! This pretty pin works up in a jiffy, so make several to share the spirit!

Bubble
  Wands Making Instructions Bubble Wands Making Instructions- - Send airy bubbles afloat on summer breezes with these star-spangled bubble wands.

Can-Do
  Cans Memorial Day Craft Making Directions Can-Do Cans Memorial Day Craft Making Directions - - Wrap up your holiday entertaining plans with these patriotic containers. Use our red, white, and blue designs to cover empty tin cans, then fill them with flowers (we chose sweet pea and veronica), utensils, breadsticks, and more.

Celebrate Freedom Hat - - You'll stand out in the crowd now when you celebrate USA!!

Celebrate
  Independence! Celebrate Independence! - - Draw a bigger than life flag on a safe sidewalk! Show patriotism on your country’s Independence Day or any holiday with a festive flag!

Clothespin
  Soldier Ornament Clothespin Soldier Ornament - - Make a whole army of clothespin soldiers to trim your tree or any American holiday.

Cookout
  Collage Cookout Collage - - Remember summer holiday picnics with a creative collage! This one features corrugated cardboard and melted crayon.

Craft
  Stick Flag Craft Craft Stick Flag Craft - - This is a simple-to-make US flag made from craft sticks. Since this tiny flag does not have the correct number of stars and stripes, explain to the children that the real US flag has 13 red and white stripes (that represent the original 13 colonies) and 50 stars (that represent the 50 US states).

Crepe
  Paper Flag Crepe Paper Flag - - This patriotic door decoration will show your Independence Day spirit. Display it proudly in a window or your front door for all your friends and family to see.

Cuddly
  Toddler Pillow Cuddly Toddler Pillow - - Are you headed off to see fireworks this 4th of July and you just know that your little one will get sleepy before it's over? Make this snuggly little red, white and blue pillow cover that is perfect for Independence Day, Memorial Day--or any day of the year.

Grand
  Uncle Sam Grand Uncle Sam - - Paint this charming pin to show your patriotic spirit on the Fourth of July or anytime.

How to Create a Patriotic Memorial Day Wreath - - Making patriotic craft projects is a great way to celebrate Memorial Day with children. After making the crafts, let them decorate the house with their creations. A fun and easy project to do with children is making a Memorial Day wreath.

How
  to Make a Memorial Day Wreath With Kids How to Make a Memorial Day Wreath With Kids - - Keep your kids busy on this 3 day holiday by creating a Memorial Day wreath. Most of the time, there is a rainy day over the weekend, so that would be the perfect opportunity to get the craft box out.

Firecracker
  Napkin and Utensil Holder Firecracker Napkin and Utensil Holder - - 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.

Flag
  Banner Flag Banner - - This banner can be used inside your house, or outside as long as it is protected from wet weather. The ribbons are polyester and will be all right, but the felt isn't and could be a problem. However, it's the perfect display to hang on a protected door or on a wall beside the door under a porch roof.

Flag
  Necklace Flag Necklace - - Beaded to resemble the stars and stripes, this clever necklace is a charming accessory for kids of all ages.

Flag
  and Fireworks Flag and Fireworks - - Flags and fireworks fly with Color Wonder™ Fingerpaint! Let your fingers paint a colorful, patriotic scene.

Flag
  Craft for Memorial Day Flag Craft for Memorial Day - - We made this cute little flag from craft sticks.

Flag
  Stepping Stone Flag Stepping Stone - - This make a fun Memorial Day project for kids, but they will need adult supervision.

Float
  a Flower Boat Float a Flower Boat - - Kids can honor our country's fallen soldiers by making special Memorial Day crafts. Create a float a flower boat that commemorates heroes from the US Navy who died at sea.

Grand
  Old Flag Grand Old Flag - - Proudly show your patriotism with the stars and stripes of our high-flying flags.

Handprint Flag - - This is a great idea for Memorial Day or 4th of July.

Independence
  Banner Independence Banner - - Celebrate your country's independence or Memorial Day! Decorate with a national symbol that reminds you of your country's history and culture.

"Let
  Freedom Ring" Windchimes "Let Freedom Ring" Windchimes - - This will keep your kids busy for hours and make your neighbors jealous!

Lincoln
  Penny Pendant Lincoln Penny Pendant - - Make a Lincoln Penny Pendant that you can wear to celebrate President's Day, Veteran's Day, July 4th, or any patriotic US holiday.

Memorial
  Day Crafts: Fireworks Flowers Memorial Day Crafts: Fireworks Flowers - - With the Memorial Day weekend looming, and plans to head down the shore underway, when I saw these fireworks flowers, I knew they would be perfect.  Simple to make, supplies on hand and a perfect way to celebrate the patriotic holiday.

Memorial
  Day Flower Basket Memorial Day Flower Basket - - Fun projects perfect for kids. Fill with real or fake flowers.

Musical
  Tribute Wreath Musical Tribute Wreath - - The Grand Old Flag proudly flies in this wreath, while music notes dance around song sheets.

Neighborhood Parade - - What would Memorial Day be without a colorful neighborhood parade? Families can work together to create this Memorial Day craft -- and everyone will have a great time while honoring our nation's heroes.

Old
  Glory Slate Old Glory Slate - - This painted version of the Stars and Stripes comes already framed, since a slate is used as the artwork's "canvas."

Painted
  Rock Napkin Holder Painted Rock Napkin Holder - - Keep your napkins from blowing away during barbeques and picnics with a painted patriotic rock. This is a FreeKidsCraft.com original project.

Paper
  Chain Flag Paper Chain Flag - - June 14th is Flag Day and we've brought back this fun project for the old favorite paper chains. Make a large one for the whole class.

Patriotic American Flag Pin - - This patriotic American flag project is the perfect craft for kids and adults. It’s easy, inexpensive, and a great way to show off your national pride. You and the kids can do it together and have the opportunity to discuss national events or simply enjoy each other’s company.

Patriotic
  Baton Patriotic Baton - - Strike Up the Band and start the Parade! Everyone can join in the fun with their own baton made from this FreeKidsCrafts original project.

Patriotic
  Bunting Patriotic Bunting - - Decorate your house with one or many of our Patriotic Buntings. Have the whole family involved as the kids can have fun helping too!

Patriotic
  Clings Patriotic Clings - - Decorate your house this Memorial with patriotic clings.

Patriotic
  Floorcloth Patriotic Floorcloth - - Have your kids decorate a floorcloth canvas for the next Memorial Day project.

Patriotic
  Flying Angel Patriotic Flying Angel - - With simple wooden shapes, you can create an Americana home accent piece. This flying angel holds a patriotic star.

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

Patriotic Paper Chain - - When done making the chain you can embellish with markers, glitter and stickers!

Patriotic
  Parade Hat Patriotic Parade Hat - - Strike up the band and join in the parade with your own Patriotic Parade Hat designed by the FreeKidsCrafts team.

Patriotic
  Pebble Craft Patriotic Pebble Craft - - You can paint a river rock to make a wonderful patriotic pebble. They make great paperweights or decorations.

Patriotic
  Pen Pot Craft Patriotic Pen Pot Craft - - This patriotic pen pot craft bears a striking resemblance to Uncle Sam's hat! It is quick and easy craft for kids of all ages for Fourth of July.

Patriotic
  Picnic Centerpiece Patriotic Picnic Centerpiece - - Your holiday picnic table will sparkle with this beautiful patriotic centerpiece! Give a cheer for this decoration kids can make with items found around the house.

Patriotic
  Pinwheel Patriotic Pinwheel - - A simple-to-make pinwheel for older children. (This craft uses a push-pin, so it is not suitable for younger children.)

Patriotic
  Poppies Patriotic Poppies - - Celebrate Memorial Day (also known as Poppy Day) by making crepe paper patriotic poppies. In addition to attending parades and festivals, celebrate this special holiday by doing fun Memorial Day crafts with the entire family.

Patriotic
  Sea Shells Patriotic Sea Shells - - What a great way to celebrate the 4th...searching the seashore for the perfect shells for your patriotic display.

Patriotic
  Starburst Bouquet Patriotic Starburst Bouquet - - Celebrate your patriotism with this red, white and blue craft project. This festive bouquet makes a great quick and easy Fourth of July decoration or the perfect outdoor picnic table decoration.

Patriotic
  Tissue Paper Wreath Patriotic Tissue Paper Wreath - - For Memorial Day, 4th of July or Flag Day, this FreeKidsCrafts.com original project is made from crumpled tissue paper. This is an encore craft where we bring you the best crafts from previous years.

Patriotic
  US Plant Pot Craft Patriotic US Plant Pot Craft - - A simple-to-make patriotic plant pot.

Patriotic
  Windsock Patriotic Windsock - - Great for any patriotic holiday. This windsock is presented in red, white and blue, but can be adapted to the colors of the flag of any country.

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

Picnic
  Basket Cover Picnic Basket Cover - - Create a patriotic cover for your picnic basket.

Picnic
  Plate Paddle Game Picnic Plate Paddle Game - - Life's a picnic when there are fun things to make and play with kids. Make two sets of these paddles, crumple up paper for a ball, and everyone can get up to the plate.

Plates
  & Platters Plates & Platters - - Give your home or picnic a creative flair! The whole family will enjoy these custom-designed decorative plates.

Postage
  Stamp Pins Postage Stamp Pins - - The stamps that once moved the mail can now move your heart. Simply laminate stamps to show your spirit.

Printable
  Patriotic Bunting Printable Patriotic Bunting - - Decorate for the 4th of July with this easy to make Patriotic Bunting designed by the FreeKidsCrafts team.

Proud
  and Patriotic Garland Proud and Patriotic Garland - - Patriotism is more than red, white and blue. Show pride in your country by creating one-of-a-kind, decorative garlands to display in your home.

Rainbow
  Stars Rainbow Stars - - Take the stars from the American flag and make them into a quilted, patriotic pattern.

Razzle-Dazzle
  Accents Razzle-Dazzle Accents - - Small wool squares are folded and stitched to pillow ticking, creating this flurry of patriotic fabric designs.

Red,
  White and Blue BBQ Skewer Red, White and Blue BBQ Skewer - - Everyone can have a little 4th of July festivity with red, white and blue skewers for cooking meat or marshmallows over a fire. These are perfect for a party and the handles are inexpensively made with thread spools.

Red,
  White and Blue Bracelet Red, White and Blue Bracelet - - Kids enjoy making these red, white and blue paper bracelets.

Red,
  White and Blue Stars Red, White and Blue Stars - - These fourth of July craft projects create a set of patriotic stars with a vintage look. Use as wall decor for July celebrations or any time of year you want the Americana decor look.

Stand-Alone
  Star Craft 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.

Stand-Up
  Stars Stand-Up Stars - - The shape of a star always catches the eye. Decorate wooden stars with vintage buttons, torn-fabric bows, and twisted wire.

Star
  Quilt Block Star Quilt Block - - Here's a fun no-sew quilt block you can attach to a quilted background. Use your child's drawing printed onto muslin, or create your own design on a piece of fabric. When you add beads, tape and thread, the result is 3-dimensional fun.

Star
  and Stripes Pillow Star and Stripes Pillow - - Use red, white and blue fabric scraps with exposed seams to give a patriotic pillow a chenille look. A yellow star embellishment turns this pillow into an homage to the American flag. Homemade 4th of July decorations are a great way to decorate your home. 

Star-Rimmed
  Basket Star-Rimmed Basket - - Perfect for toting picnic goodies, this white-washed basket is trimmed with precut wood stars painted in patriotic red and blue.

Stars-and-Stripes
  Place Mats Stars-and-Stripes Place Mats - - Display your American pride at every meal.

Stars
  and Stripes Shirt Stars and Stripes Shirt - - Kids will love to wear their own shirts they decorated for Memorial Day.

Stars
  and Stripes Tennis Shoes Stars and Stripes Tennis Shoes - - Decorate your sneakers with stars and stripes this Memorial Day.

Stars
  Mailbox Stars Mailbox - - Decorate your mailbox for Memorial Day.

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

Star
  Wreath Star Wreath - - Make a patriotic star wreath decoration from paper stars and a paper plate. If you're making this project with a group of children, they can cut out the stars and write their names on them.

String
  of Stars String of Stars - - Make a decorative string of stars to celebrate President's Day, Veteran's Day, July 4th, Memorial Day, or any patriotic US holiday. Make it as long as you want - you can decorate an entire room with this patriotic (and simple) craft.

Suncatchers
  American Flag Suncatchers American Flag - - This US Flag beaded suncatcher is an ideal way to share some patriotic spirit with your kids while adding a little history to your home for Independence Day or Flag Day.

Traditional Tattoos - - This Memorial Day, show your true colors with these patriotic traditional tattoos. Kids will love to create and wear this Memorial Day craft -- parents will love how easily the tattoos wash off!

Votive
  Candleholder Votive Candleholder - - The starry design of this decorative terra-cotta Independence Day votive candleholder is perfect for the Fourth of July or ANY day.

Uncle
  Sam Decoration Uncle Sam Decoration - - Time to strike up the band and bring out the red, white and blue decorations.

Uncle
  Sam Earrings Uncle Sam Earrings - - Make a second earring … either another Uncle Sam, or our matching 4th of July "Hat with Star Dangles" earring.

Uncle
  Sam Hat Treat Holders Uncle Sam Hat Treat Holders - - Decorate your table this Memorial Day 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!

Uncle
  Sam Napkin Rings Uncle Sam Napkin Rings - - Fun way to decorate your patriotic holiday place settings. OR, Use the little Uncle Sam decoration to decorate bazaar name tags,  or wherever you need a little touch of patriotism.

Uncle
  Sam Outdoor Whirligig Uncle Sam Outdoor Whirligig - - Create a treasure that everyone will enjoy.

USA
  Garland USA Garland - - Someone you know in the service?  Hang a USA garland on your tree or holiday table to make them part of the celebration! 

US
  Peyote Flag US Peyote Flag - - You can show your patriotism or support for America by making this quick and easy peyote US flag. Then attach it to a pin back and wear it with pride.

Watermelon
  Box Watermelon Box - - Store picnic treats or utensils in this cheery hand-stenciled box.

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