Have you ever used a fork to paint?! It’s so fun to use an everyday household item to create art! Gather up a few simple craft supplies and spend a fun afternoon with the kids painting these beautiful and easy patriotic fireworks.
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What paint is best for making this fireworks craft?
Any thicker liquid paint will work to make these fork painted fireworks. We used acrylic paint, but you can also use tempera. Tempera paint is a great choice when working with kids, since it’s non-toxic and washable.
What paper is best for making these fork stamped fireworks?
We recommend using a thicker paper, like cardstock or drawing paper, that can hold the paint without wrinkling or rolling up. You can also use printer paper or construction paper, but it might warp a little bit as the paint dries. You can use any color of paper, but we prefer using black paper for this craft since it looks like the night sky!
Do I have to use plastic forks for this fork painted fireworks craft?
No, you can definitely use your every day metal forks if you feel comfortable getting a little paint on them. We prefer washing plastic forks after a picnic or BBQ and then re-using them for crafts. If you’re using plastic forks, make sure that they’re sturdy. We had some thinner forks snap off when we pressed them on the paper!
Fireworks are so beautiful, lighting up the night sky, and this glittery 4th of July craft is such a fun representation of that! Stick with the red, white, and blue theme for Independence Day, or try making colorful fork stamped fireworks. This fireworks craft would also be perfect for Canada Day, Bonfire Night, New Year’s Eve, Diwali, Chinese New Year, or any other fun fireworks holiday!
Here’s even more fun 4th of July ideas:
Paper Roll Fireworks Painting
Easy Fireworks Cupcakes
Fireworks Salt Painting
DIY Confetti Poppers
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