DIY Fireworks Suckers

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Planning the perfect celebration? You want your treats to be just as festive and colorful as the rest of your decorations! Setting the mood from your decor to your food doesn’t have to be difficult. When you think of the 4th of July, you can’t help but think of fireworks.  The two go hand-in-hand like milk and cookies.  These fun and colorful DIY fireworks suckers are the perfect addition to your Independence Day celebration table of treats!

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These fun and colorful DIY fireworks suckers are the perfect addition to your Independence Day celebration table of treats!

 

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These fun and colorful DIY fireworks suckers are the perfect addition to your Independence Day celebration table of treats!

 

Ingredients

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 250°. 

Step 2

Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.

 

These fun and colorful DIY fireworks suckers are the perfect addition to your Independence Day celebration table of treats!

Step 3

Place sticks on baking sheet and arrange Jolly Ranchers in a star pattern around the end of the stick.

Tip:

  • Depending on the size of your pan, you can fit 2-3 suckers at a time.  Be sure not to overcrowd the pan or your suckers will spread and stick to each other.

Step 4

Carefully place your pan on the middle rack of your oven. You don’t want your candies to roll from where you’ve placed them.

Step 5

Bake for 5-10 minutes, checking periodically to ensure that your candies don’t burn.

Step 6

Remove the suckers from your oven. Gently twist each sucker stick to ensure that it adheres to the candy. Do this as soon as you have removed the candy from the oven before it begins to solidify.

Tip:

  • This is another reason not to overload your pan. You want to be able to be able to twist each stick before they cool too much.

Step 7

Using a clean sucker stick, spread the candy outwards from the center.

Tip:

  • You need to work quickly because the candy will cool rapidly.  Again, this is why you don’t want too many suckers on the pan at a time.

Step 8

Let your suckers cool completely completely before removing from your parchment paper.

Tip:

  • Be very careful when removing from the pan. The edges will be fragile.

 

These fun and colorful DIY fireworks suckers are the perfect addition to your Independence Day celebration table of treats!

These fun and colorful DIY fireworks suckers are the perfect addition to your Independence Day celebration table of treats!

These fun and colorful DIY fireworks suckers are the perfect addition to your Independence Day celebration table of treats!

These fun and colorful DIY fireworks suckers are the perfect addition to your Independence Day celebration table of treats!

All that’s left to do is serve and enjoy! These are perfect for all kinds of celebrations, not just patriotic holidays. Serve these at a candy bar at your wedding, birthday party, or more. Don’t forget to check out even more party ideas here! 

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10 DIY Patriotic Crafts

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If you are looking for some fun and easy DIY Patriotic crafts, you are in the right place.  Our family loves the 4th of July, especially our oldest who took 3 years to learn that it wasn’t just “Papa’s Flag” but the “American Flag” (hubs is in the military).  This list is perfect for finding crafts that are fun, can be done with kids, and that are practical.  There is absolutely something for everyone.

 

Get ready to celebrate Independence Day! These DIY patriotic crafts will have you covered from the breakfast table to the fireworks show!

 

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Get ready to celebrate Independence Day! These DIY patriotic crafts will have you covered from the breakfast table to the fireworks show!

 

These patriotic cloth napkins will brighten up your table during the summer and save you money.  Two things that rock in my world. Find out how to make them here!

 

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Ribbon Flip Flops :: GingerSnap Crafts
These DIY Ribbon Flip Flops by Ginger @ GingerSnap Crafts are super cute and simple to make.  These would also make a great favor for a Patriotic party!

 

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4th of July Twig Ornaments :: Happy Hooligans

If you are looking for a unique craft to make with your kids and spruce up your outdoors at the same time, definitely check out these 4th of July Twig Ornaments made by Jackie over at Happy Hooligans!  I am totally loving how she got the boys involved in some glittery goodness.

 

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Patriotic Luminaries :: Grandma Ideas

You won’t believe the household ingredient Nina @ Grandma Ideas uses to make these Patriotic Luminaries! They turned out so pretty, too!

 

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4th of July Serving Pieces :: Infarrantly Creative

These 4th of July Serving Utensils via Beckie @ Infarrantly Creative will add a festive pop at your picnic or BBQ! I love them so much I want to use them all year long.

 

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4th of July Flashlights :: The Stuffed Suitcase

Keep the kids entertained all night long even if they’re not into fireworks with these 4th of July Flashlights for Kids from Kim @ The Stuffed Suitcase. These are also a great way to strike up a conversation about our country’s history. Fun and educational is always awesome.

 

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DIY Temporary Tattoos :: Simply Kelly Designs

If your kids love temporary tattoos, like ours do, check out how to make your own with Kelly @ Simply Kelly Designs. You could totally rock some of these, too.

 

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Patriotic Paper Craft :: This Mama Loves

Spruce up your holiday table with this Patriotic Paper Craft by Brett @ This Mama Loves. Easy to make but adds such a great pop to your tablescape.

 

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Patriotic Rag Wreath :: Olives-n-Okra

Don’t forget about your front door when getting ready to celebrate.  This Patriotic Rag Wreath from Sherry @ Olives-n-Okra is fantastic!

 

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Red, White, & Blue DIY Citronella Candles :: Growing Up Gabel

Last but certainly not least, these Red White and Blue Homemade Citronella Candles by Camille @ Growing up Gabel are perfect for your outdoor festivities! There’s no rule that says practicality can’t be pretty!

There you have it. How easy and awesome are these projects? They will have you in the spirit of patriotism and fun in no time! If you aren’t hosting the festivities, these would make great hostess gifts as well. If you want more patriotic fun you can find it on our 4th of July page!

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DIY Stamped Patriotic Napkins

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Summer is a time for celebrations, sun, and (hopefully) more time for crafting. These celebrations don’t have mean excess waste for you though. Cloth napkins are an excellent way to save money, save the planet, and prevent mounds of trash for you after a gathering. That doesn’t mean you can’t have something cute and festive to use, though. Even better, they also don’t have to cost you a fortune. These simple stamped patriotic cloth napkins are perfect for summer BBQ’s and celebrations.

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Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

 

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Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

 

Materials

 

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Step 1

Cut your towels into fourths.  If you would like you can hem the edges, but I like the look of the rough edges so I chose not to. (Don’t worry; they still hold up great even if you don’t hem them.)


Update:

  • We have been using these for a year now and they are still holding up great despite many washing and 3 rambunctious kids using them! 

 

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Step 2

Dip your stamps in the fabric paint and stamp onto towel.

Tips:

  • It is easier to control your paint if you use a paintbrush to apply it to the stamps, especially the flag. This will let you place the separate colors where you choose. If you’re not worried about it, you can simply dip your stamp.
  • If you notice, I chose to do one flag and a bunch of stars. Feel free to change it up and do whatever pattern you want.  You will notice a difference in the ones I stamped and the ones the kiddos did.

 

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

 

Step 3

Allow your paint to dry completely. 

Tip:

  • If you let your children help with this project, the napkins that they stamp will take probably take longer to dry. Kids tend to stamp the paint on thicker.

 

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Step 4

Once your napkins are completely dry, run them through the dryer on medium or high heat for a full cycle. This will help set the paint.

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

 

Step 5

One you have set the paint, you can wash and dry them as usual. Next, just use at your next gathering and enjoy!

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

The stamps you choose to use can vary the look of these greatly. I like the messy look of the Tim Holtz stamp because it reminds me of all our flag has been through. If you want a cleaner look, choose a flag stamp with large, clear lines. These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them. Kids will love using a napkin that they helped create and they will be happy to show them off at your summer parties. Want more fun patriotic crafts? Take a look at these DIY Patriotic Crafts to get your fix!

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