Charlie and I are going to be making this Stars and Stripes bin this evening. Now, I know it isn’t the 4th of July but Christmas. But Charlie didn’t want to wait and not only that but we can make one now and again for the 4th.
Supplies: Popcorn Kernels
Red Paper Star Confetti
Directions:
To make blue dyed popcorn: Place about a 1/2 a cup of unpopped popcorn kernels, 2 generous drops of hand Sanitizer and several drops of blue food coloring in a zipper seal food storage bag. Shake well. You can allow the kernels to dry in the bag overnight, or place them on a paper towel to dry for several hours.
To assemble the bin: Cut a sheet of red paper to fit inside of the bin you plan to use. Pour white craft sand over the red paper. In the upper left section, pour the blue dyed popcorn kernels. Add a paint brush and an assortment of stars.
Invite your child to brush sand away to create the stripes. Encourage your child to add the stars to the popcorn kernels. When not in use, replace the lid on the bin for easy storage for future play!
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
