DIY Firecracker Decorations {Bubble Wrap Firecrackers}

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DIY Firecracker Decorations

Here is an easy way how to make DIY firecracker decorations. These safe bubble wrap firecrackers party favors are sure to make a bang at your 4th of July celebration.

This firecracker decorations craft can be made from either toilet paper rolls, wrapping paper or paper towel rolls and filled with bubble wrap. I left the bottom of the tube open so you can pop the bubble wrap with your fingers to make a firecracker sound. These are great party favors for everyone. Popping bubble wrap is fun at any age.

Here is a quick 10 second video on how to make the DIY 4th of July Party Popper.

Click here to watch my 4th of July TV segment for more patriotic and festive ideas.

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How to Make DIY Firecracker Decorations (DIY Firecracker Craft)

Step 1: Cut a 4 inch piece of the paper towel roll.

Step 2: Cut a 12 x 4 inch piece of bubble wrap. Roll the short end of the bubble wrap into a tube and insert it into the paper towel tube. Apply pieces of tape on one end to secure.

Step 3: Trace the top of the roll on the wrong side of the blue cardstock and cut slightly larger than the traced circle. Cut slits into the edges of the circle outside the traced circle.

Step 4: Cut a 5 inch piece of pipe cleaner. Punch a hole in the center of the blue cardstock circle and feed the pipe cleaner through, looping the ends on both sides. Apply a small amount of craft glue to the wrong side of the blue circle where the pipe cleaner meets to secure.

 Step 5: Using craft glue, attach the cardstock to one end of the tube.

Step 6: Cut a piece of red cardstock the length of the tube and the width to wrap around the entire roll plus 1 inch for overlap.

Step 7: Apply craft glue to the back of the paper and wrap it around the paper towel tube, overlapping the edges.

Step 8: Cut a piece of the ribbon the length to wrap around the paper towel roll piece plus 1 inch for overlap. On the wrong side of the ribbon, fold over ½ inch of the ribbon end and glue for a finished edge.

Step 9: Apply craft glue to the back of the ribbon and wrap it around the center of the paper towel tube, overlapping the raw edge of the ribbon with the finished edge.

Step 10: Glue a red star on both sides of the top of the wick to complete your popping firecracker.

Be creative and experiment with different colors and patterns.

The bubble wrap can be removed and refilled with new bubble wrap once all of the bubbles have been popped.

Why This 4th of July Party Popper Works So Well

• It uses recycled materials like paper towel rolls, patriotic scrapbook paper, wrapping paper, and leftover ribbon you already have at home.
• It’s easy enough for any age to make — perfect for kids, families, and party craft tables.
• It takes less than a minute to assemble, so you can quickly make one for everyone at the celebration.
• It’s the perfect party favor for USA 250 celebrations and July 4th events.
• It’s budget‑friendly, using reused items and Dollar Tree supplies like bubble wrap and tape.

Tips for Making a Successful 4th of July Bubble Wrap Firecracker

• Use bubble wrap with medium‑size bubbles
  The small bubbles don’t give enough sound, and the jumbo bubbles can be too hard to pop. Medium bubbles create the perfect crisp “firecracker” snap.
• Wrap the bubble wrap tightly inside into a tub and tape the end of the tube to secure.
  A snug fit helps the bubbles pop easily and keeps the bubble wrap from falling out of the tube when it is being popped.
• Face the bubbles outward for the best sound.
  When the bubbles are on the outside, they pop louder and more consistently when being pressed.
• Decorate before adding the bubble wrap inside the tube.It’s easier to add scrapbook paper, ribbon, or patriotic designs before you place the bubble wrap inside the tube.
• Use a sturdy tube to prevent bending
  
  Choose a strong tube like a paper towel roll or wrapping paper roll, and keep it under 4 inches long for stability. When decorating, use quick‑drying craft glue to attach paper or ribbon so the tube doesn’t warp. Washi tape, markers, and stickers are also great options for decorating your 4th of July firecrackers.

Variations of the Bubble Wrap Firecrackers You Can Make

Here are a few fun ways to customize your bubble wrap firecrackers.

• Glow‑in‑the‑dark version for evening fireworks
  Create a fun nighttime effect by decorating your firecracker with a festive glow by decorating and accenting the firecracker with glow in the dark paper, stickers and glow in the dark tape . These look amazing during backyard fireworks, parades, or USA 250 evening celebrations.
• Craft table version for parties
  Setup a craft table with paper tubes, bubble wrap, tape, markers, ribbon, and patriotic decorations. Kids and adults can be creative and design their own bubble wrap firecrackers, making it a fun hands‑on activity for July 4th parties or summer gatherings.
• New Year’s Eve version
  Create a gold  and silver version with glittery decorations for New Year’s Eve party favors and to help ring in the New Year’s with a pop!

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Here is a quick 10 second video on how to make the DIY 4th of July Mason Jar Lanterns.

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