Independence Day is a time to celebrate the freedom and pride we have in our country. One fun and festive way to show your patriotic spirit is by creating a patriotic pin wheel to display at your Independence Day celebrations. Not only is it a simple and enjoyable craft to make, but it can also add a touch of red, white, and blue to your decorations. Here we will share with you, all the materials needed and provide a step-by-step guide to help you craft your very own patriotic pinwheel for Independence Day.
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Materials needed to make an independence day pinwheel
To create a patriotic pinwheel for Independence Day, you will need a few simple materials. These include colored paper in red, white, and blue, a pencil, scissors, a ruler, a hole punch, a push pin, and a dowel or wooden stick. You may also want to have some stickers, ribbon, or glitter on hand to add some extra flair to your pin wheel.
Step-by-step guide for crafting a patriotic pinwheel
- Begin by cutting out squares from your colored paper. You will need four squares in total – one red, one white, and two blue.
- Take one of the blue squares and fold it in half diagonally to create a triangle. Repeat this step with the other blue square.
- Cut along the folded line of each blue triangle, stopping about an inch from the center.
- On each blue triangle, use a hole punch to create a hole in the center where the two sides meet.
- Repeat the folding and cutting process with the red and white squares.
- Layer the squares on top of each other, alternating colors, and secure them in the center with a push pin.
- Push the push pin through the center of the squares and into the dowel or wooden stick.
- Your patriotic pinwheel is now complete! Spin it in the breeze and watch as it adds a festive touch to your Independence Day celebrations.
Need a template instead here are our three favorite other American Flag Pinwheel guides with templates to follow. This one from A Little Pinch of Perfect has a great free printable template for kids to color. The second favorite is from Skip to my Lou where you can print out the already coloured sheet. And last but not least Crafts by Amanda has a gorgeous 4th of July pinwheel guide.
Crafting a patriotic pinwheel for Independence Day is a fun and creative way to show your love for your country. Whether you display it in your yard, at a picnic, or in your home, this simple craft is sure to bring a smile to your face and add to the festive atmosphere of the holiday. So gather your materials, follow the step-by-step guide, and get ready to celebrate Independence Day in style with your very own handmade patriotic pinwheel.
