Fourth of July Crafts: Tissue Paper Flag Suncatcher post is sponsored on behalf of Dollar Tree. All thoughts and experiences are my own. All materials can be found at Dollar Tree!
Fourth of July Crafts: Tissue Paper Flag Suncatcher
I have a bit of a soft spot for all things red, white, and blue so the Fourth of July is a fun time for me. Since W is getting more and more into being creative with arts and crafts, I want to encourage him. He also loves displaying his work around the house. I like to offer him tons of opportunities to get creative but I also like for things to be affordable. Craft supplies can be expensive.
Dollar Tree has been the source of many craft supplies for us. And recently I picked up a roll of clear shelf liner and I just knew we had to make a suncatcher! I’ve been wanting to make one with him for quite a while. All we had to add were some packs of tissue paper. For just a few dollars we were able to make this suncatcher and have lots of supplies left over for more projects!
What you need:
- Clear shelf liner (sticky back)
- Red, white, and blue tissue paper
- Scissors
- Sheet of blank white paper (optional)
What you do:
- Cut rectangular piece of clear shelf liner (I used a sheet of paper to measure 8.5″ x 11″).
- Cut red, white, and blue tissue paper into small squares.
- If working with younger children, I recommend using a plain sheet of white paper and drawing a bit of a template that they can see through the shelf liner. You can just outline where the blue goes or even sketch out some general stripes.
- Peel backing off shelf liner and lay on table with sticky side up.
- Create stars area of the flag by laying blue tissue paper squares in upper left corner. Leave a small edge of shelf liner visible on the edge so you will be able to stick it to another piece.
- Starting with a red stripe at the top of the flag (leaving an edge of shelf liner), alternate red and white stripes until you reach the bottom of the piece of shelf liner (leave an edge on all four sides).
- Cut a second piece of clear shelf liner. I recommend cutting it a bit larger than your first piece. It makes it easier to stick and you can trim at the end.
- Peel backing off second piece of shelf liner and lay on top of tissue paper. Try to smooth out the liner as you go because it’s difficult to reposition once it sticks to the tissue paper.
- Trim off any extra edges of shelf liner, leaving a think edge to keep it sealed.
- Display and celebrate!
How do you celebrate the Fourth of July with your kids?
shelly peterson says
This is so cute, what a great craft idea. This would be fun to make.
Amy Orvin says
This looks so easy to make. We always love sparklers for the 4th.
Birdiebee says
My kids are raised but I have my grandkids on a weekly basis so this is a great idea to do with them for the 4th of July. I generally have one of the grandkids on the 4th and we will likely BBQ dinner and then go to the water park. I never travel on a holiday weekend as I can travel anytime and prefer not to drive on the busy highways.
Cassandra Eastman says
This is such an awesome kids craft idea, i’ll have to help my children make one! We usually celebrate the 4th with family and lots of fireworks!!
Laura J says
Oh cute idea! This would be easy enough for Carter! He always is so proud of artwork we do! We will have to do this and hang it up for the 4th!
Amanda Sakovitz says
This is such a great idea! I think its beautiful.
Heather Hayes Panjon says
This Is Super Cute And Festive! What A Fun 4th Of July Craft!
Rebecca Parsons says
This is cute and who doesn’t have tons of tissue paper. What a great project for the kids to participate in.
Nicole Dz says
Great craft to make with the kids, and all the supplies I can find around the house. Love this for the 4th, love the way the light hits it and makes it standout. Very pretty.
Stacey b says
Love this idea and looks really easy! We will have to do that this weekend!
Janet W. says
That looks so pretty and easy to do! My grandsons would love for me to help them make this!
Tammy S says
This is so cute! It looks beautiful! I love how fun and easy this project is. Thanks for sharing!
Pamela Smith says
What a cute idea! This would be great for my preschool class too! Thanks for the idea!
Laura says
These look like a fun craft to do over the summer. Thanks for sharing and linkin up to The Creative Exchange!
xo, Laura