INSIDE: How to make patriotic red, white and blue stars using paper drinking straws. Easy, cheap, fun 4th of July decorations.
How do you celebrate the summertime Red, White and Blue festivities? When my husband and I were dating, in an attempt, I’m guessing, to win me over, he hosted a CanAm party. “Can” for Canada Day on July 1st (where I grew up) and “Am” for Independance Day on July 4th.
Fast forward 10+ years later, we decide to resurrect our CanAm celebration. Fortunately, both countries share 2 of 3 same colors, which helps on the decorating front. So when I came across a variety of paper straws, in the iconic red, white and blue colors, I snagged them. Not for drinks but for crafting, of course!
Here’s how to use paper straws, pom poms and glue to make some patriotic paper stars…
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How to Make Fun July 4th Patriotic Decor Stars
Paper straws are more than just for dressing up a cocktail. Although a straw in any drink always helps!
As much as you can plan for a successful party, life happens. In our case, it was wildlife. As the kids were settled on the grass for an outdoor movie so the adults could chit chat in peace, one curious three year old, using words only her parents could understand, calmly pointed out a snake. Nothing like a reptile for guests to scatter, desserts to fly and a party to come to a slithering end! Not quite the CanAm”fireworks” we had planned.
Supplies:
– Patriotic paper straws
– Bamboo BBQ skewers
– Patriotic scrapbook stickers
– Pompoms
– Tape
– Craft glue
How to Make Fun Patriotic Stars from Paper Drinking Straws
Cut two paper straws in half. You need three halves + one full straw to make a paper star.
Find the center of the paper straw half. Flatten out the middle slightly.
Add a drop of glue to the center of a flattened straw. Place a second straw half on top to create an X.
Place a third straw half on top horizontally. Finally, place a full straw on top vertically.
Add a patriotic-colored pompom on top of the star. Or, add a patriotic scrapbook pinwheel sticker.
Once the glue has set, insert a bamboo BBQ skewer through the full paper straw.
Add a small piece of tape to the very end of the skewer to hold the straw in place.
How to Make July 4th Patriotic Decor Stars
Use these craft patriotic stars to decorate a cake or use as a festive plant stake.
Happy festive celebrating to you and yours this summer!
Use paper goodie bags for USA garland!
Another paper goodie bag banner for July 4th decorations!
Other Summer Ideas You May Like:
- Goodie Bag Patriotic USA Garland
- Use paper straws to make Stars and Stripes stars
- Free printable baseball snack bag tags
- Summertime fiesta wreath using paper napkins and plastic margarita glasses
- Decorate your wagon or bike for a 4th of July parade
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What a fun way to show off some red, white, and blue. Pinning and sharing.
These are so adorable! I love paper straw crafts!! Pinned 🙂
Oh, wow! These could be used so many different ways! What a great idea! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
Love this unique, budget-friendly 4th of July decoration.
Thanks Sarah!
Love the simplicity and style, they’re quite catching!
How fun – and easy!! Thanks for sharing at the Pleasures of the NW’s DIY link party and thanks for hosting the party here!
So cute! Thank you so much for sharing. Pinning
What a fun patriotic idea!!
Your star straws are super cute lady! I added a few links. Thank you for sharing on Merry Monday! Have a great week!
Kim
Very fun and easy decoration. Could be a craft for kids to do at a 4th of July party. Thanks for sharing.
These are so cute! I love finding other uses and ideas for paper straws 🙂 I added a link, too. Thanks for linking up with Merry Monday – I’ll be featuring your stars at our upcoming party. I hope you’ll stop by and link up again 🙂
Oh My Golly – I love these. Such a cute idea! Saw this on the Creative Corner Link Party!
Thank you Cindy!
It a great idea!
What an adorable idea! I pinned it earlier in the week cuz–well—it’s just so darn cute! I’ll be using it later. Thanks for the inspiration! Susie from The Chelsea Project
Your crafts are always so cute, I love this idea, such a great way to add patriotic decor from an unexpected material.
Super cute and creative! Enjoy your weekend!
A lovely idea and simple too which I like #TheRealCraftyLinkParty
Those are so cute! Our biggest problem is keeping the kids away from the paper straws before I get the chance to craft with them. Thanks so much for sharing at the #happynowlinkup!
This is really cute, and looks easy to make too. I’m thinking that with different color schemes those stars would make a great birthday party decor. Thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link Party. Pinned!
Clever! These could be adapted pattern wise for UK flag colours too couldn’t they? Ready for the Royal Wedding coming up next weekend. We’re red, white and blue too just less stars!
I love this! Of course, I just pinned it! <3
It will make for a fun activity with the kids.
Thanks Marva! Great way to keep the kids from summer vacation boredom.