Kids Craft #5: Patriotic Wreath

Fourth of July is coming quickly and it's the perfect time to show off our patriotic sides, but we can show this every day.  This red, white and blue wreath is composed entirely of stars and is a great craft to keep the kids busy while the adults are barbequeing and can then be hung year round on the inside of a window or door to support the men and women who have risked or given their lives to protect our freedom.

Have a wonderful and safe holiday and happy crafting!



Materials:
  - star stencil (print off computer, use a cookie cutter or purchase a  stencil from an art store)
  - pen/pencil (for tracing the stencil)
  - scissors
  - red, white and blue construction paper (at least 2 sheets of each)
  - tape/glue



Steps:
1.) Trace stencils onto paper (I traced approximately 20 of each color star).  Aim to fit as many stars as possible onto each page.
2.) Cut out the stars from each sheet.  An older sibling or an adult may want to help with this step as there is a lot of cutting involved for this project,
3.) Arrange the stars in a circular shape and tape together.  Keep adding stars until the wreath gains some thickness.  If there are a few left over, flip the wreath over so the taped side is flat against the table and us a glue stick to secure any remaining stars to the front of the project.