Independence Day Popsicle DIY
Making holiday crafts with your kids is a fun way to create memories and festive decorations you’ll actually want to keep!
With Independence Day right around the corner, I thought it was the perfect time to break out the markers and spray bottle and create some “watercolor” popsicles that are as fun as they are adorable. Bonus: You can do this to celebrate Independence Day for any country.
If you’ve never tried using markers as watercolors you’ll be amazed at how simple it can be (plus, these popsicles turn out so cute, you’ll want to hang them up all summer long). You will probably have all the materials right in your cabinet, already!
Independence Day Popsicle DIY How To
DIY Popsicle Art
A fun, simple craft to do to celebrate independence day (not country specific) or summer!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Take your coffee filters and color your design on them.
- Place colored coffee filters onto watercolor paper.
- Spray with water to allow the colors to mix.
- Allow to dry for 30 minutes.
- Using the popsicle template, cut out as many popsicles (and the "indentation marks" as you would like.
- Put glue dots on the back of the popsicle, and place popsicle stick.
- Place popsicle indentations onto the popsicle with glue dots.
- Position completed popsicle onto the frame paper and hang up!
Notes
Notes: If you don't have glue dots, use a glue stick! Its all personal preference. Also card stock will use in place of watercolor paper.
I’ve found craft time to be a great time to open up conversations with my little ones (especially conversations that require a bit of deepness and expression). If this is you, I’ve compiled a list of conversation starters you can use from ages 3-10.
What can we do when we see something that isn’t fair?
Why is it important that everyone has liberty and justice, not just some people?
Can you name a person in history who fought for liberty or justice? What did they do?
What would a just world look like to you?
How can kids your age help make the world more fair for others?
What does the word “all” mean in the phrase “liberty and justice for all”? Who does it include?
If you make this craft, be sure to tag @themagicofhomemade so I can celebrate you!
Always cheering you on,
Sarah
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Hi, I’m Sarah - a homeschooling mom, creative homemaker, and everyday memory-maker. I believe in simple joys, cozy routines, and finding beauty in the chaos of motherhood. Here, I share practical tips, heartfelt reflections, and fun resources to help you build a home that feels both happy and deeply lived-in.
