DIY Popsicle Stick Flag Craft: Fun Patriotic Activity for Kids
This simple yet engaging craft is ideal for kids and adults alike. Perfect for patriotic celebrations like Memorial Day, Independence Day, or any day you want to celebrate the spirit of your country. This step-by-step tutorial shows how to create a fun Popsicle Stick Flag Craft.
The three sisters from TGIF- This Grandma is Fun originally shared this Popsicle Stick Flag Craft on Giggles Galore in 2013 and it’s been a big hit year after year.
Patriotic popsicle stick crafts for kids offer a delightful way to teach kids all about 4th of July, Memorial Day, or Veterans Day. All while encouraging creativity and fine motor skills. From crafting miniature American flags to constructing iconic symbols like the Statue of Liberty or the Liberty Bell, the possibilities are as endless as a child’s imagination.
This craft is so easy to do with great-looking results. Have you ever started a craft project and realized you were in over your head? That it was more than you were capable of? That it was not going to turn out remotely like the picture?
Well, this isn’t ANYTHING like that! This craft is seriously simple. The kids truly can help, and they, and you, are going to be so proud of the results. Can’t wait to get started? Well then, in the words of the mother country, let’s crack on!
How to Make A Popsicle Stick Flag
Popsicle Stick Flag Craft
Prep Time
5 minutes
Active Time
10 minutes
Total Time
15 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Materials
- Popsicle sticks
- Red, white, and blue paint
- Paintbrushes
- Glue
- Star stickers or markers
- Optional: Ribbon or string for hanging
Instructions
- Paint the Popsicle Sticks: Begin by painting the Popsicle sticks. You'll need three sticks for each flag: one for the red stripes, one for the white stripes, and one for the blue section with stars. Let the paint dry completely before moving on to the next step.
- Assemble the Flag: Once the paint has dried, arrange the sticks horizontally, alternating between red and white to create the flag's stripes. Leave some space at the left corner for the blue section.
- Create the Blue Section: Glue a cluster of star stickers or draw stars with a marker onto the blue Popsicle stick. This represents the blue section of the flag, known as the "union."
- Attach the Stars and Stripes: Carefully glue the blue section onto the top left corner of the striped sticks, completing the flag's design.
- Optional Hanging Feature: If desired, attach a ribbon or string to the back of the flag for easy hanging.
For each popsicle stick flag, you will need 10 craft sticks. Cut three of the sticks down to 3 inches and two of the sticks down to 3 1/2 inches. The sticks are easy to cut with any household scissors.
Next, paint the three small sticks blue, three of the large sticks red, and two of the large sticks white. The remaining two 3 1/2 inch sticks do not need to be painted.
Glue the back of the red and white sticks to the two 3 1/2 inch sticks. Don’t worry they will not show.
Glue the three blue sticks into place. Add stickers or paper stars (I used a star punch with white card stock).
Next, glue the wooden flags to the ribbon and embellish them with a tied ribbon in between each flag. You are ready to hang your flag banner.
Thank you to the 3 sisters at TGIF – This Grandma is Fun for sharing such a fun and easy craft idea. Debbie, Tracy, and Sherri are three sisters who make and create the things they pin from Pinterest and then share the results with you! Some of the pins they make “Rock” and some of them are a “Flop”. Be sure to visit their website and join the fun!
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Cutest idea and easy for kids and everyone