Star Spangled Fun Ideas

With the Fourth of July upon us, here are a few fun holiday ideas. We made this festive star garland with decorative scrapbooking paper and ribbon.



You can find a star template at this website.

Supplies needed:

Scissors
Red, White, and Blue paper (construction or scrapbooking paper)
Ribbon
3 hole punch
Star Template



Feeling lazy, I put our scrapbooking paper into our computer printer and printed off the star templates right onto the scrapbooking paper. Emma was good about helping me cut out the stars while Josie attempted to cut out her own versions.




Josie was able to help me string the stars together to create the garlands.



We chose to string them on our dining room chandelier but they would look fun anywhere.



These festive little treats are just marshmallows with a thin coat of icing dipped in sprinkles. I cut straws in half for the sticks. Who doesn't love a little bit of sugar for the 4th!!



For a few other ideas (including crafts, printables, games and recipes) check out the Family Fun website.

During this 4th of July, we certainly will remember the gift of our independence and treasure it. In a little over a week, my work is sending me to Washington DC for a conference and I'm bringing the whole family. I couldn't think of a better place to celebrate our independence. If anyone has a MUST SEE exhibit or family-friendly activity in Washington DC, please share. We picked up a travel packet from our local AAA office, but I'm always open to personal recommendations.



Happy Crafting and Happy 4th of July!!