Need some fun centerpieces for this summer's get togethers? Why not this patriotic candle jar that doubles as a vase! Easy for kids to make, looks great on your table or counter.

What you need

empty glass jar
material with a patriotic pattern
white craft glue
water
thick bristled paint brush
scissors
goldenrod ribbon
wooden star
navy blue acrylic paint
raffia
hot glue gun


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What you do

Paint the wooden star with navy blue acrylic paint. Set aside to dry. Tie 2 or 3 strands of raffia into a bow. Use the scissors to but the bows so that all of the ends are straight, trim to even lengths. Hot glue the blue star to the center of the raffia. Set aside.

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