Instructions

• Step 1: Make a sand centerpiece Make sure the vase is clean and dry, and layer red, white, and blue sand in it.
• TIP: Shake the vase after each layer to level the sand.
• Step 2: Add flowers Arrange the red, white, and blue flowers in the sand.
• Step 3: Add the flag Stick the flag in with the flowers.
• Step 4: Make a candy centerpiece Line the glass with alternating red and blue gum, leaving an inch between sticks.
• Step 5: Add candy Fill the glass with the mint candy.
• Step 6: Garnish with the pipe cleaner Stick the pipe cleaner into the candy to look like a sparkler or a fireworks fuse.
• FACT: In 2007, $207 million worth of fireworks were imported from China.

You Will Need

• Clear vase
• Red sand
• White sand
• Blue sand
• Fresh red
• white
• and blue flowers
• Small American flag
• Glass jar
• Scissors
• Silver metallic pipe cleaner
• Peppermint candy
• Sticks of red and blue gum