How to Make a 4th of July Centerpiece Decoration
Make these festive Fourth of July centerpieces to proudly display your patriotism.
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
