I stand by that title, this really is the easy and cheap too, but still a super cute 4th of July craft . We used felt but you could use fabric if you have it on hand. My son was busy playing knights with his grandparents visiting from Texas but I think he could have made this with me. It’s a great patterning lesson, though I would guess most 5 and under would tire of it after a few minutes so make this a group endeavor if need be.
- Gather your materials. You will need a paper plate, scissors, and three sheets of felt in red, white and blue.

- Cut your felt into strips ours were about 8 inches long.

- Cut the middle out of your paper plate.

- Start tying – doing a simple double knot.

- Continue the pattern all the way around.













LOVE this idea! what a fantastic craft for my almost 5 year old who is obsessed with everything red white and blue!
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Thank you for your ideas. I love your blog.
It also looks like a great way for my daughter to practice making knots, but while having Fun! Love it! (Not sure why this is all caps)
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easy is right. I love it. I will be doing this with my kids soon. Great idea. I love the ease of it.
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i think I will make one today!
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