Hi Friends!
We’re sharing our 4th of July Garland Flag Garland. Our flags are a fun interpretation of the American Flag, each with ten red, nine white stripes, and a random number of grey stars. But if you prefer creating an accurate representation, use 13 stripes (seven red, six white) and 50 stars instead. Check it out below!
*Click on the photos for a closer look
What You'll Need
Red, Blue, White Construction Paper
(4 flags)
Glue
Ruler
Pencil
(4) Craft Sticks
Scissors
Grey or White Crayon
Yarn
optional: Other Crayons, Wavy Scissors, Glue Gun (with adult assistance if you are a child)
The Steps
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PREP
Fold the red paper into fourths.
Cut out the 4 flags.
3. With your ruler draw 4 rectangles 3 in (L) x 1.5 in (W) on the blue paper and cut them out.
ASSEMBLE
Glue the blue rectangles to the upper left corner of the red paper.
2. With your ruler and pencil draw (30) stripes 6 in long x 1/8 in OR (15) stripes 12 in long x 1/8 in and then cut those in half. *Each flag will use 6 stripes (of the 6in length) on the lower part and 3 half stripes for the upper portion.
3. Glue the stripes on.
4. Draw your stars in the blue rectangle.
optional: Write a message on the flag or use different colors for the stars. Use the WAVY SCISSORS: Cut the ends with the special scissors or all around the edges.
GLUE
Hot glue the craft sticks on the side of the flag and on the back.
2. Cut your length of yarn/string, fold it in half, then place two flags where you’d like them and backwards.
3. Place flags across from those 2, backwards and upside down. This will help with a more even placement.
4. Add a thin line of hot glue on the back of the flags, then wait about 5 seconds before placing the yarn down carefully. The glue should be warm to the touch.
That’s it!
Happy crafting and Happy 4th of July!
Amanda and Naomi
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