What’s better than celebrating the 4th of July with fireworks, food, and a little family creativity?

If you’re looking for a fun way to bond with your kids and make your home sparkle with patriotic pride, these family-friendly DIY decor ideas are just what you need.

Whether you're dressing up the front porch or adding festive flair to your picnic table, these crafts turn simple moments into lasting memories, one star-spangled project at a time.

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#1. Patriotic Ribbon Flag Bow

This beautiful handmade bow brings the American flag to life with soft textures and flowing movement. It’s bold enough for your front door, yet simple and heartfelt.

Materials Needed

• 1 yard of navy ribbon with white stars
• 2–3 yards of red and white striped ribbon
• Scissors
• Hot glue gun or fabric glue
• Floral wire or twist ties
• Optional: Clear hook or over-the-door hanger

Step-by-step Guide

1. Cut the navy ribbon into several equal lengths (10–12 inches each). Form loops and layer them to create a full, fanned-out bow shape. Secure the center tightly with floral wire or a twist tie.
2. Tear or cut strips of red and white striped fabric about 1–1.5 inches wide and 18–24 inches long.
3. Attach the strips to the back of the navy bow using hot glue.
4. Hang it proudly on your front door to greet your neighbors with patriotic flair.

#2. Stars and Stripes Painted Rock Set

Whether you tuck them into a flower pot, leave them on trails as kindness tokens, or stack them on your porch for a festive pop, these red, white, and blue beauties speak loud in their own quiet way.

Materials Needed

• 10-12 flat stones
• Acrylic paint in red, white, navy, and blue
• Thin paintbrushes
• Fine-point paint pens
• Clear sealer
• Paper plate
• Water cup

Step-by-step Guide

1. Prep your rocks by rinsing and drying them thoroughly, then paint your base layer, some in solid colors, others with striped or half-and-half patterns.
2. Add designs like American flags, flowers, hearts, stars, or words such as “USA” or “Land of the Free.” Let each detail layer dry.
3. Use a fine brush to write text like "God Bless America" or "Because of the Brave."
4. Seal your painted rocks with a clear acrylic spray or brush-on sealer to protect them from chipping and outdoor weather.

#3. Uncle Sam Gnome Wood Blocks

Made from simple wooden blocks, each “gnome” sports a patriotic hat, fluffy beard, and a big personality without saying a word.

Materials Needed

• 4x4 wood blocks (approx. 6"–8" tall)
• Acrylic paint: red, white, blue, and white
• Small round wooden knobs
• Faux fur
• Hot glue gun
• Painter’s tape
• White base squares (optional)
• Fine-tip paintbrush
• Sandpaper (optional)

Step-by-step Guide

1. Paint each block with vertical red and white stripes or solid blue. Let dry thoroughly.
2. Paint a smaller piece (rectangle or square) to serve as the hat brim. Add white polka dots using a stencil or round brush. Let dry.
3. Paint the top "hat" section in stars or stripes, use a white paint pen or stencil for the stars. Attach the brim to the block below the top painted section.
4. Cut a small triangle of faux fur for the beard. Hot glue it just below the brim.
5. Glue a wooden knob in the center of the beard as the gnome’s nose.
6. Attach to a base if desired for added stability.

#4. Rustic Ribbon Flag Door Hanger

This piece has that soft farmhouse vibe with a patriotic punch. You don’t need a sewing machine, just scraps, scissors, and a little heart.

Materials Needed

• 1 sturdy wooden dowel (about 12" long)
• 20–25 Red, white, and tan fabric strips – 1–1.5" wide, each 24–30" long
• 1 piece of blue bandana fabric (8"x8")
• Lace trim ribbon
• Hot glue gun and sticks
• Rustic twine

Step-by-step Guide

1. Cut 20–25 fabric strips in varying prints and textures (gingham, polka dots, florals) for visual movement.
2. Tie each strip onto the dowel using a simple lark’s head knot or just double-knot tightly. Let them hang loosely.
3. Glue or stitch the blue fabric square in the upper left corner directly onto the red/white section, it’ll mimic the stars panel.
4. Add the bow in the top left using hot glue or wire for extra farmhouse flair.
5. Tie jute twine on both ends of the dowel and hang proudly.

#5. DIY Fabric Patriotic Flowers in a Jug

The layered ruffles give each bloom a cheerful, dimensional look, while the rustic jug marked with “Liberty” ties the whole piece into a heartwarming Americana story.

Materials Needed

• 100-150 Red, white, and blue cotton fabric scraps
• Round fabric or felt
• Cardboard
• Hot glue
• 3 Wooden dowels
• Rustic pitcher
• Ribbon and tag (optional)

Step-by-step Guide

1. Cut fabric strips about 1.5" wide and 12" long. Ruffle or pleat them by hand.
2. Arrange and glue the ruffles in a circle onto your backing piece, creating a flower shape.
3. Add a round center piece to cover the seams and anchor the look.
4. Attach each flower to a wooden dowel using hot glue.
5. Place your flowers inside a jug or vase. Add decorative ribbon or a patriotic tag for extra flair.

#6. Patriotic Truck Floral Centerpiece

With a deep blue body, bold white stars, and a truck bed overflowing with red, white, and blue blooms, this design captures the heart of patriotic celebration.

Materials Needed

• 1 blue vintage truck container
• 10-15 Faux flowers: red daisies, white roses, blue carnations,...
• 2-4 Patriotic picks: foam rockets, glitter top hats, mini flags
• Floral foam block
• Wire cutters
• Hot glue gun
• Optional: spray paint

Step-by-step Guide

1. Insert a floral foam block inside the truck bed, then start with greenery to give the base structure and spill some leaves over the sides for a natural drape.
2. Add your boldest flowers first, typically the red blooms, spreading them evenly across both sides.
3. Layer in blue and white florals to create contrast and dimension. Use different heights for a full, lively look.
4. Tuck in the decorative picks, like striped foam rockets and Uncle Sam hats to give the design a festive pop.
5. Fill any gaps with small white flowers, berry sprigs, or leftover greenery to complete the arrangement.

#7. Front Porch Firecracker Bucket

With oversized rockets and sparkly tinsel popping out of a farmhouse-style tin, it adds that boom of celebration right by the door.

Materials Needed

• 4 cardboard mailing tubes
• Acrylic paint in red, white, blue
• Blue cardstock
• Hot glue gun
• Silver or red metallic tinsel sprays
• Weighted bucket
• Patriotic ribbon
• 4 Wooden dowels
• Foam filler

Step-by-step Guide

1. Paint the tubes in alternating red, white, and blue stripes. Let them dry thoroughly before moving on.
2. Create cone tops for each rocket by cutting blue cardstock into a semicircle, shaping it into a cone, and gluing it onto the top of each tube.
3. Insert wooden dowels into the tubes if needed to help anchor them into the foam inside the bucket.
4. Place floral foam slices inside your pail and press the rockets into it. Then stuff the bucket top with silver or red tinsel sprays, letting the strands flare out around the rockets.
5. Wrap the base of the pail with star-spangled ribbon or fabric to finish the look. You can tie a bow or glue the edges.

#8. Home Sweet Songbook Star Plaque

Wrapped in nostalgic melodies and weathered charm, this vintage hymn plaque sings with patriotic pride.

Materials Needed

• 1 wooden plaque (around 5x8 inches)
• 1 Vintage sheet music
• Mod Podge
• Scrap fabric in plaid, red gingham, and cream muslin
• Jute twine
• Small star ornament
• Scissors and hot glue gun
• Sandpaper (optional)

Step-by-step Guide

1. Decoupage the music sheet onto your wooden plaque using Mod Podge. Smooth out wrinkles and let it dry completely.
2. Cut a large star from navy plaid fabric and glue it to the center of the plaque.
3. Layer fabric strips (red gingham, muslin, plaid) into a messy bow shape. Tie them together with twine and hot glue the bow to the top of the plaque.
4. Add a sparkling touch by gluing a small metal in the center of the fabric star for a subtle vintage shine.

#9. Americana Denim and Flag Patchwork Pillows

These pillows are stitched together like memories, bits of denim jeans, leftover flag prints, and that one starry fabric you’ve had in your sewing basket forever.

Materials Needed

• 3–4 types of patriotic fabric
• Old denim jeans
• Pillow insert (16"x16")
• Sewing machine or needle and thread
• Fabric scissors and pins
• Measuring tape
• Optional: decorative studs, buttons, or lace trim
• Iron

Step-by-step Guide

1. Cut your fabric into squares or rectangles for a patchwork layout. Use a mix of flag-printed cotton and denim pieces. For a 16"x16" pillow cover, make a 17"x17" front panel.
2. Arrange and pin your patches in a design that feels balanced and fun. Mix denim with red-white-blue patterns for contrast.
3. Sew the patches together row by row, then join the rows to form your full pillow front. Press seams flat with an iron as you go.
4. Create the back panel using a single solid denim piece or make an envelope-style back using two overlapping pieces for easy insert removal.
5. Assemble the pillow cover: Place the front and back right sides together, pin, and sew all four sides, leaving an opening if you’re not making an envelope style.
6. Turn right side out, insert your pillow, and press the edges for a crisp, finished look.

#10. DIY Patriotic Bald Eagle Wall Art

Crafted with painted clothespins and a fierce illustrated head centerpiece, this wall decor feels like a celebration of freedom in motion.

Materials Needed

• Wooden clothespins (at least 50)
• Acrylic paints: red, white, blue, brown, and black
• Small white paint marker
• Printed bald eagle head graphic or hand-draw your own
• Hot glue gun and extra glue sticks
• Twine

Step-by-step Guide

1. Disassemble all clothespins and glue each pair flat-side together to create “feathers.”
2. Sort and paint: red and white for outer wings, white and blue with dots for inner wings, brown tones for tail. Let dry fully.
3. Glue the wings outward in a “V” formation on cardboard or a thin backing board for support. Layer and stagger for a feathered effect.
4. Paint and layer the tail clothespins down the center base. Use darker tones on ends for a shadowed tip look.
5. Cut out and glue the bald eagle head at the center, then attach string or mounting hardware on the back and hang up for display!

#11. Rustic Patriotic Flip-Flop Wall Art

With classic red stripes and bold blue polka dots, they add a beachy twist to the traditional flag theme. And the jute rope makes them feel warm, rustic, and homemade, just the way I like it.

Materials Needed

• 4 flat wood cutouts shaped like flip-flops (10–12” tall)
• Red, white, and blue acrylic paint
• Thick jute rope
• White foam pouncer
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Sandpaper
• Hanging hardware

Step-by-step Guide

1. Start by lightly sanding the flip-flop surfaces, especially if you're going for a rustic look.
2. Paint two flip-flops with navy blue, then stamp large white polka dots using a foam pouncer. Let them dry.
3. Paint the other two with alternating red and white stripes—freehand or use painter’s tape for clean lines.
4. Once dry, gently distress the edges using sandpaper to give a weathered, beach-worn vibe.
5. Cut jute rope into flip-flop “thong” shapes and hot glue them into place on each wooden sandal.
6. Tie another length of rope through holes or onto the back for easy hanging—one pair per rope loop.
7. Hang together in a staggered style for extra charm!

#12. Patriotic Wine Cork Wreath

This festive wine cork wreath adds a sweet, handmade touch to your patriotic porch and yes, it’s made entirely from painted corks!

Materials Needed

• 80–90 recycled wine corks
• 1 12” foam wreath form
• Red acrylic paint, white, and navy blue
• 1 patriotic bow
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Twine or ribbon loop

Step-by-step Guide

1. Start by painting groups of corks red, white, and blue. You’ll need 6 corks per flower, with one contrasting color in the center. Let them dry completely.
2. Arrange six corks in a circle to form each “petal” cluster. Glue them tightly together in that flower pattern, adding one cork in the center for contrast.
3. Once all your cork flowers are complete, begin hot gluing them around the foam wreath form. Alternate colors to keep things balanced and festive.
4. Attach the patriotic bow to the top or side of the wreath using hot glue or floral wire.
5. Add a loop of twine or ribbon to the back for hanging.

#13. Rustic Painted Ruler Stars

I made a few of these last summer and hung them on our porch wall, but they also look amazing in a tiered tray or nestled into a wreath.

Materials Needed

• 5 wooden rulers per star (12-inch size)
• Red, white, and blue acrylic paint
• Hot glue gun + glue sticks
• Sandpaper or sanding block
• Raffia ribbon
• Optional: Clear matte sealer spray

Step-by-step Guide

1. Paint each set of rulers in red, white, or blue. Let them dry completely, then lightly sand the edges for a distressed, rustic finish.
2. Lay out each set into a five-point star shape, then hot glue each intersection to secure it.
3. Add a raffia bow to the top of each star for extra country charm. If you want these stars to last outdoors, give them a quick coat of matte sealer.
4. Display them flat on a tray, hang with twine, or tuck into wreaths and porch planters for an Americana touch that’s as sweet as homemade pie.

#14. Patriotic Solar Bottle Lanterns

Old bottles, solar lights, and a little Americana magic - that’s what this striking trio is made of.

Materials Needed

• 3 empty glass bottles
• 3 Solar light stakes
• Hot glue gun
• Twine or jute rope
• 2 Mini American flags
• 3-6 Foam or wooden stars
• Red, white, and blue glitter ribbon
• White paint or star stickers
• Scissors

Step-by-step Guide

1. Apply a dab of hot glue at the bottom and start wrapping the bottle tightly with twine.
2. Glue a small American flag to the front of each bottle. Add stars, glitter strips, or patriotic embellishments like ribbon or painted words.
3. Remove the stake from the solar light and place the light cap into the bottle’s opening.
4. For a festive finish, wrap a strip of starry ribbon or white star stickers around the solar light cap to mimic Uncle Sam’s hat.
5. Set the lanterns in sunlight during the day. By evening, they’ll glow beautifully on your table, porch, or garden path.

#15. Rustic Bottle Cap Flower Trio Wall Hanging

Mounted on reclaimed wood and tied with twine, this piece blends country charm with creative recycling, perfect for patriotic holidays or everyday rustic décor.

Materials Needed

• 39 bottle caps (13 for each flower), 3 gold bottle caps
• Red, white, and blue spray paint
• 3 small reclaimed wood boards
• Hot glue gun and sticks
• Twine
• Small nails
• Drill (optional)

Step-by-step Guide

1. Lay out 13 caps each for red, white, and blue. Spray paint them thoroughly and let them dry completely. Leave 3 caps unpainted for the centers.
2. Gently bend the edges of the painted caps upward to resemble flower petals. You can use a pencil or dowel to help shape them evenly.
3. Arrange each set of petals in a circle on a wooden board. Glue the outer ring first, then glue the gold cap in the center of each flower.
4. Glue short sections of twine to link the boards vertically. Add a loop of twine at the top for easy hanging.

#16. Scrappy Americana Twig Flags

Simple, heartfelt, and full of vintage charm, these rustic twig flags turn fabric scraps and fallen branches into meaningful Fourth of July decor.

Materials Needed

• 3 Twigs or branches (roughly 12–15 inches long)
• Fabric scraps: red-and-white striped and blue with stars or dots
• Scissors
• Hot glue gun or craft glue
• Twine (optional)
• Optional: pinking shears

Step-by-step Guide

1. Use red-and-white fabric for the flag body and blue fabric for the top corner. Each strip should be about 2 inches wide and 8–10 inches long.
2. Stack or overlap red-and-white strips horizontally. Place the blue square fabric in the upper left corner.
3. Use hot glue or tie the fabric directly around the twig. Let the red-and-white strips hang down loosely or knot them for texture. Wrap the blue corner on top and secure.
4. Optional, you can add a little bow of twine, let some threads dangle for a worn-in look, or lightly fray the fabric edges by hand.

#17. DIY Patriotic Wood Flower with Flag Center

Each petal is individually painted in weathered shades of red, white, and blue, creating a blooming tribute to the U.S. flag.

Materials Needed

• 40 Wooden petals
• 1 Wooden round base
• Acrylic paints: red, white, navy, and antique brown
• Star stencil
• Wood glue or hot glue
• Sandpaper
• Hanging hardware

Step-by-step Guide

1. Lightly sand all wood pieces and wipe clean, then paint petals in alternating patterns of red, white, and blue, leaving some exposed wood for texture.
2. Use a dry brush technique or sand the edges for a rustic, worn look.
3. For the center circle, sketch or stencil the stars and stripes. Paint carefully and distress as desired.
4. Glue petals in layers around the backside of the circle to create a blooming flower effect.

#18. Rustic Tin Bucket Flag Arrangement

This nostalgic centerpiece brings together all the feels - heritage, heart, and homemade flair. The weathered tin, sprigs of greenery, and pops of cotton blossoms give it that farmhouse-meets-patriotic-charm vibe.

Materials Needed

• 1 vintage-style tin bucket (10–12 inches tall)
• 3-4 small vintage American flags (4"x6")
• 4–6 pcs Faux cotton stems
• 3–4 pcs Faux greenery picks or olive stems
• Rustic twine tag
• Floral foam
• Hot glue gun

Step-by-step Guide

1. Place floral foam or a stack of crumpled paper into the base of your tin bucket, then insert faux greenery stems into the foam at angles.
2. Layer in the cotton stems next, allowing them to sit lower than the greenery for depth.
3. Tuck the American flags into the arrangement at varied heights, spreading them around for balance and visibility.
4. Tie a rustic tag around the front of the bucket using twine or raffia ribbon to add that personalized farmhouse feel.

#19. Rustic Wooden Americana Candle Set

There’s something beautifully nostalgic about wooden crafts that echo simpler times and these painted block candles carry that warmth with style. No flame needed, just imagination.

Materials Needed

• 6 wooden blocks (4", 5", 7")
• Acrylic paint: red, white, and blue
• Sandpaper
• Red plaid ribbon
• Small wooden star cutouts
• Twine
• Hot glue gun
• Drill and thin metal wire
• Optional: brown wax

Step-by-step Guide

1. Cut and prep your wood blocks if you’re starting with raw wood. Choose three heights per set for a nice tiered look, then sand the surfaces smooth.
2. Paint each block one of the three patriotic colors, then distress edges lightly with sandpaper for a vintage, worn-in look.
3. Drill a tiny hole in the top center of each block. Insert a curled piece of wire to mimic a candle wick, securing with hot glue if needed.
4. Wrap a ribbon around each block, tie in a knot or bow, and glue it in place.
5. Finally, add a wooden star cutout to the front of each ribbon using glue or twine for a hanging effect.

#20. Stars and Wings Butterfly Wands

These glittering butterfly wands are a magical mix of patriotism and creativity, perfect for kids to wave during parades or garden celebrations on the 4th of July.

Materials Needed

• Red, white, and blue cardstock
• Blue and red glitter
• Glue (white glue or glue stick)
• Small paintbrush
• BBQ skewers
• Scissors
• Pencil
• Hot glue gun

Step-by-step Guide

1. Start by tracing butterfly shapes in three sizes (large, medium, small) onto red, white, and blue cardstock.
2. Stack the butterflies from largest (red) to smallest (blue). Use glue between layers to secure them.
3. Use a brush to apply glue to the edges of each butterfly wing. Sprinkle red glitter on the largest layer, white on the middle, and blue glitter on the smallest for a firework-style finish.
4. Finally, flip the butterfly over and hot glue a skewer or wooden dowel to the center.

#21. Red White and Breezy Windsock

When summer breezes blow and flags flap proudly, this festive windsock joins the patriotic parade.

Materials Needed

• 1 cardboard roll
• Blue acrylic paint
• 14-18 Glitter foam stars
• 10-20 Red and white crepe paper
• Glue stick 
• Hole punch
• String or twine
• Scissors

Step-by-step Guide

1. Start by painting the entire cardboard roll blue, then stick on glitter stars all around the painted roll.
2. Use scissors to cut equal-length strips of red and white crepe paper. Aim for 8–10 inches long to get a nice flutter in the breeze.
3. Attach the strips around one end of the tube, alternating red and white to mimic a flag-like tail.
4. Punch two holes at the top (opposite sides) and string twine through to make a loop for hanging.

#22. DIY Patriotic Paint Stick Flag Sign

Each paddle-shaped stick is painted in bold stripes, topped with ivory stars and finished with a wooden bead handle for a farmhouse-perfect finish.

Materials Needed

• 6 wooden paint sticks (1-gallon)
• Acrylic paint: red, white, gold (or tan), and navy
• 8 wooden stars
• Hot glue gun
• Twine and large wooden beads
• Sandpaper (optional)

Step-by-step Guide

1. Paint three sticks red, gold haft, the left is blue, then arrange and glue the sticks side by side with alternating colors to form the flag.
2. Paint stars white or ivory and glue them onto the blue section in a neat grid.
3. String wooden beads onto a piece of twine and glue each end to the back of the top corners for a hanger.

#23. Rustic Wooden American Flag Frame

With just a few pieces of wood and paint, this project gives you that rustic Americana vibe that fits anywhere, from the mantel to your entryway table.

Materials Needed

• 1 piece of 1×8 pine board (12" x 12")
• 3–4 pieces of 1×2 wood slats cut at angles
• Wood glue
• Red, white, and blue acrylic paint
• 13–20 small wooden stars (about ¾" size)
• Sandpaper and wood stain
• Optional: Clear matte sealant spray

Step-by-step Guide

1. Paint the 12"x12" wood board navy blue and let it dry. You can lightly sand edges for a weathered look.
2. Cut your angled wood slats into equal widths and paint half in red and half in white. Arrange them diagonally like stripes on the lower corner of the flag and glue them down.
3. Glue the wooden stars across the blue background in even rows.
4. Build a simple wooden frame around the base using 1×2 boards, staining it to give it that finished farmhouse touch.

#24. Star-Spangled Gnome Buddy

Dressed in a starry night hat topped with a daisy and wrapped in red-white-and-blue charm, this patriotic gnome is a showstopper for front porches, mantel displays, or garden steps.

Materials Needed

• 1 large cone-shaped foam
• Blue star-print fabric
• White chunky yarn
• 1 Wooden bead
• 1 Small American flag
• Red felt
• Red, white, and blue ribbon
• 1 faux daisy flower
• Twine
• Glitter star embellishment
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Scissors

Step-by-step Guide

1. Use a foam cone as the gnome base. Wrap or glue red felt around the bottom for shoes.
2. Cut yarn strands about 10–12 inches long and hot glue them from the nose area down to the bottom edge. Trim to shape.
3. Secure a wooden bead or soft pom-pom where the beard begins. It should peek out from under the hat.
4. Wrap your starry fabric into a cone shape and glue the edges together. Slip it over the top of the gnome’s head, pulling it down to cover part of the nose.
5. Glue a faux daisy onto the hat, tying twine on both ends of the flower for a rustic finish.
6. Glue a glitter star to the beard or body, and add a festive ribbon “strap” across the front like a sash.
7. Insert a small American flag in one side of the gnome’s body or glue it to his hand.

#25. Mini Fabric Flag Garland

This tiny flag banner was one of my favorite last-minute 4th of July touches - fast, scrappy, and perfect for using up leftover fabric.

Materials Needed

• 6–8 pieces of red printed fabric, cut into rectangles approx. 4" x 6"
• 6–8 small blue squares (2" x 2")
• Navy ribbon
• Fabric glue
• Scissors

Step-by-step Guide

1. Cut your red rectangles and blue squares, then attach one blue square to the upper left corner of each red flag using fabric glue or a few simple stitches.
2. Punch or snip a small hole at the top left corner of each flag and loop your ribbon through, tying with a knot or bow.
3. Keep threading the flags onto the ribbon, spacing them evenly.
4. Hang across a shelf, mantel, or doorway, and let the soft vintage vibes take over your space!

#26. Patriotic Party Cowgirl Hats

I made one for each of us girls, and we couldn’t stop laughing at how fabulous (and hilarious) we looked.

Materials Needed

• 1–2 plain white cowgirl hats
• Pom pom trim in blue
• Patriotic tinsel garland
• Mini USA flag patches
• Red, white & blue glitter and craft glue
• White feather boa
• Hot glue gun and sticks

Step-by-step Guide

1. Start by hot-gluing your pom pom trim around the hat’s crown for a playful, bold border.
2. Wrap your tinsel or ribbon fringe along the brim’s edge, layering as you go to give it a firework pop.
3. Add your flag patch or sticker to the front of the hat or go full DIY and paint it yourself!
4. Outline USA letters, stars, or state shapes with glue, then cover with glitter. Let dry fully.
5. For the extra bold version, hot-glue a piece of feather boa around the brim for that rodeo-glam drama.

#27. Star-Spangled Streamer Garland

This playful star garland adds instant patriotic sparkle to any space whether you’re hosting a July 4th bash, dressing up a window, or giving your porch a festive fringe.

Materials Needed

• Red, white, and blue cardstock or buy directly here
• Star template or stencil (about 2–4 inches wide)
• Scissors
• Thread or clear string
• Hot glue gun
• Tape or command hooks

Step-by-step Guide

1. Trace and cut out multiple stars from red, white, and blue cardstock or felt.
2. Lay out the stars in the order you want for each strand. Alternating colors or repeating patterns work beautifully.
3. Attach stars to thread, then use a dot of hot glue on the back of each star to sandwich the thread or fishing line between two identical stars.
4. Repeat the process to create several strands of stars. You can vary the lengths for a cascading look or keep them uniform for a tidy curtain effect.
5. Use tape or hooks to secure the strands across windows, mantels, doorways, or outdoor patios.

#28. Americana Stripes Welcome Round

A front door has the power to set the tone for your entire home and this bold round welcome sign brings all the warmth and cheer with a splash of patriotic pride.

Materials Needed

• 18” wood round (MDF or pine)
• Acrylic paint: red, white, black, and clear sealant
• Wood stain (dark walnut)
• Large wired patriotic ribbon
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Vinyl decal or paint + stencil for "Welcome"
• Sandpaper (optional)
• Twine
• Painter’s tape and ruler

Step-by-step Guide

1. Lightly sand the round wood surface. Paint the top and bottom stripes black, the middle stripe white, and the upper stripe red, using painter’s tape to keep lines clean.
2. Leave one stripe unpainted and instead apply wood stain for a rustic contrast. Let everything dry completely.
3. Use a stencil and black paint or apply a pre-made vinyl decal centered across the white section.
4. Apply a matte or satin clear sealant to protect the paint and ensure it lasts outdoors.
5. Create a large looped bow using wired patriotic ribbon. Hot glue it to the top left of the round.
6. Finally, staple or glue a twine loop to the back for easy hanging.

#29. Patriotic Pinwheel Garden Bouquet

Nothing says summer celebration quite like a bucket full of pinwheels twirling in red, white, and blue.

Materials Needed

• 24-28 Double-sided patterned cardstock in red, white, and blue prints
• 3 Paper straws (preferably striped)
• 3 Small white buttons
• Brads (split pins)
• Hot glue gun or tacky craft glue
• Scissors or rotary cutter
• Pencil and ruler
• Small metal pail
• Rice filler

Step-by-step Guide

1. For each pinwheel, cut a 6"x6" square of double-sided cardstock. Smaller pinwheels can use 4"x4" squares for variety.
2. Using scissors, cut from each corner toward the center of the square, stopping about an inch before the middle.
3. Gently bring one tip from each triangle toward the center to form the pinwheel shape. Secure them with a brad through all folded corners and the center point.
4. Use hot glue to fix the brad base onto the top of a decorative straw. Cover the center with a white button for a polished look.
5. Fill a pail with floral foam, insert the pinwheels, and cover the base with rice filler to complete the look.

#30. Patriotic Fabric Flower Pot Centerpiece

Wrapped in rustic twine and planted in a star-spangled pot, this bouquet never wilts, bringing a cozy country vibe to any patriotic celebration.

Materials Needed

• 15-20 Assorted red, white, and blue fabric scraps
• 6 Buttons in red, white, blue
• 6 Wooden dowels
• Fabric glue or hot glue gun
• Twine or jute rope
• Small flower pot
• Floral foam or styrofoam insert
• Spanish moss
• Ribbon

Step-by-step Guide

1. Cut out 6 petals per flower from your fabric scraps. Fold each in half and glue the base together to form a petal shape. Assemble and glue the petals into a circle and add a button in the center.
2. Glue the base of each flower to a wooden skewer or dowel. Wrap the base with a strip of fabric or ribbon to secure it in place.
3. Wrap the top of your pot with twine and tie a rustic bow in front. Add additional fabric ribbon for charm and color contrast.
4. Place floral foam inside the pot and stick the dowels into the foam at varied heights. Cover the base with Spanish moss to hide the foam.