Summertime is in full swing and these patriotic-themed star suncatchers are a festive way to decorate for the 4th of July. You probably even have most of the supplies on hand!
Why is this so much fun?
These star suncatchers are a great way to decorate for any patriotic holiday, including the 4th of July, Memorial Day and Patriot’s Day. Using just a few supplies, kids can make several of these to decorate windows to add a festive touch to the holidays.
This is an easy craft for kids to make using simple supplies. They are fun to display and a great way to keep kids busy.
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Craft supplies are needed
Hole punches and ribbon are optional embellishments, but make a fun shooting star!
Craft information
- Age Level: 5 and above
- Confusion factor: Minimum
- Completion Time: 30 minutes
- Cost Estimate: 50 cents using the supplies I had
Crafting Tips
- If the kids want to work on their scissor cutting skills, have them cut the tissue paper instead of tearing it.
- Younger children may need help with the star drawing and cutting as well as the contact paper steps. You can prepare steps 1-4 ahead of time if you want.
- Once the sun catcher is done, you can add gems to the star shape if you want!
How to make a star suncatcher
Here are step by step photos and instructions to help you visualize how to build this project. Please scroll down to print the instructions!
- Fold one piece Construction paper Cut in half vertically, then unfold it.
- Use a pencil to draw a star shape, hitting the center top point of the star on the fold line. Leave about a 2” border around the star.
- Stack these together with another piece of construction paper, with the star drawing on top. Fold the 2 pieces of paper vertically using the existing fold and cut a star shape through both pieces of construction paper.
- Place 1 contact paper Place the piece sticky side down on a flat work surface and carefully place one of the cutout star papers on top and press down.
- Tear off the red, white and blue Tissue paper Break into small pieces and press onto contact paper.
- When the tissue paper design is complete, place another construction paper star over the first one.
- Now place another piece of contact paper (sticky side down) on top of it.
- Cut the star following its shape, leaving a border of about an inch.
- Use it hole punch To make a hole at the bottom of the star at two points.
- To make a shooting star, run ribbon through the holes and tie.
- Add some rolled clear tape to 1 side and attach your star suncatcher to the window.
If the kids are interested in learning more about the Declaration of Independence, let them check it out nps.gov/inde. However you celebrate, these suncatchers are a festive way to decorate for the 4th of July. Happy Birthday USA!
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Star suncatchers
However you celebrate, these star suncatchers are a festive way to decorate for the 4th of July. Happy birthday, USA!
supplies
- 2 pieces 9×12” construction paper Either red, white, blue or a combination.
- Red, white and blue tissue paper
- 2 pieces
contact paper
Each approximately 9×12”.
Expert tips and FAQs
- If the kids want to work on their scissor cutting skills, have them cut the tissue paper instead of tearing it.
- Younger children may need help with the star drawing and cutting as well as the contact paper steps. You can prepare steps 1-4 ahead of time if you want.
- Once the sun catcher is done, you can add gems to the star shape if you want!
This post originally appeared here on June 19, 2020.
