Make an Easy DIY Marbled Art Paper Print of the American Flag

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Celebrate the spirit of patriotism and express your artistic flair with a captivating DIY project: creating a marbled art paper print of the American flag. By combining the time-honored beauty of the Stars and Stripes with the mesmerizing patterns of marbling, you can produce a unique and visually stunning artwork that captures the essence of American pride.

Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out, this step-by-step guide will walk you through the process of crafting a marbled art paper print that not only showcases your creativity but also pays homage to the iconic symbol of the United States. Let your imagination soar as we embark on this crafty journey of artistry and national devotion.

4th of July Flag Activity for Kids

One of my favorite parts of my Montessori training was the art portion. Not only did I learn a ton of process art activities for preschoolers, but I also got to do the activities! How lucky am I?  Recently, we created an American Flag with marbled paper. 

Marbled paper is known for its vibrant design as a result. So, creating an American Flag certainly required a bit of constraint. Once we created our flag, however, we made more marbled paper with gorgeous, creative designs.

Kids absolutely love this art activity. The result is beautiful (albeit the process is a bit messy and that is ok!).  A super fun addition to a 4th of July, Memorial Day, or Veteran’s Day-themed unit.

Make a Marbled Paper Art Print of the American Flag

Art Materials Used

• White cardstock
• Shaving foam
• Liquid watercolor or food coloring
• Scissors or paper cutter to cut the cardstock
• Tray
• A drying rack (like the one you use for baking) is super handy

Steps to Take to Make Marbled Paper

• Cut your cardstock to a size you’d like 
• Cover the tray (mostly) with the shaving foam 
• Add your American flag color design using a squirt bottle or dropper
• Use a brush to smooth out foam and colors
• Add stars to your flag (although it would be nice to be completely strict about placement and number of stars, I advise you to let it go, especially when working with kids!)
• Press the paper flat onto the foam
• Lift and allow time to dry
• Admire your creation & consider extensions to this activity

Marbled Paper Extension Ideas

• Make a Fourth of July night scene. Use black construction paper as the background and paper hole punch stars from your marbled paper
• Create a string of stars using the marbled paper and hang it in your classroom or playroom
• Design greeting cards & sell them at a school function to raise funds
• Make bookmarks as gifts for family, friends, & teachers

Before I go, I’d like to say one thing – this art activity will not produce an exact replica of the American flag. Give kids poetic license. Allow them to be creative with the concept, which lays the foundation for the activity.