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Patriotic Coffee Filter Flowers

"Coffee Filter Flowers are a fun patriotic kid’s craft and a great addition to your 4th of July picnic table centerpiece! So easy to make with materials you probably have lying around the house! First of all, kids love making crafts that are simple. It creates a sense of accomplishment in a short period of time. These coffee filter flowers are not just for fun though! They’re useful as a holiday centerpiece, great for your picnic table. "
Primary TechniqueGeneral Crafts
Materials List
- basket coffee filters
- pipe cleaners red, white, blue, gold and/or silver
- red and blue watercolor paint
- paintbrush
- scissors
- 2 pieces of paper towel or a kitchen towel
NotesPlease visit Crafts by Amanda for the full tutorial!
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