Red, White, and Blue 4th of July Crafts to Get in the Holiday Spirit

There’s no shortage of fun ways to celebrate Independence Day. While there are plenty of 4th of July activities to keep you and the family occupied this time of year, one of our favorites is making patriotic 4th of July crafts. Gather the hot glue gun, a bit of burlap, and every red, white, and blue art supply you can find to bring these festive ideas to life. Bonus, may of them can do double-duty as party decor.

Hosting friends and family? Help make everyone feel at home with DIY flag placemats or decorative star centerpieces. If you’re not planning your own at-home celebration, give your interior the holiday treatment instead with a flag pillow cover, star-adorned dish towel, and burlap banner to hang in the entryway. Don't forget to craft or buy a 4th of July wreath for the front door. Plus, your kids will love getting in on the crafting spree, with ideas like 4th of July star catchers and mini popsicle stick flags. Once the crafting is complete, the baking can commence. Try one of our 25 favorite 4th of July cake recipes. For more easy holiday inspiration, read through patriotic quotes while listening to a 4th of July songs. So let the celebrations, fun times, BBQing, and summer begin!