O, beautiful for spacious skies. For streamers made to hang. Our favorite online pals share their most patriotic DIY projects.

Whether on sticks or fashioned into the stars and stripes, the bite-size treats pack a patriotic punch.

Learn how at myjuicecup.com.

Paging Betsy Ross. Turn simple crepe paper streamers into celebratory bunting by channeling America’s favorite seamstress.

Learn how at danamadeit.com.

A revolutionary idea: a simple card stock flag turns every preschooler’s favorite accessory into a celebration of liberty.

Learn how at lisastorms.typepad.com.

Just as sparkly as the real thing but a whole lot safer. Ribbons and foil garlands combine for a glittery effect.

Learn how at merrimentdesign.com.

After-dark fireworks displays make for late nights. Forget the bedtime rules and let it glow with kid-safe votives.

Learn how at momtastic.com. Project by Liz Stanley of sayyestohoboken.com.

Cheer our independence with yarn and pipe cleaner explosions of red, white, and blue. Safer than sparklers but just as tempting for toddlers.

Learn how at makeandtakes.com.

Made from pipe cleaners, the finger-wagging playthings (Statue of Liberty, eagle, and Uncle Sam) are best waved as the neighborhood parade passes by.

Learn how at craftjr.com.

There’s nothing more patriotic than a dessert that doesn’t require turning on an oven.

Learn how at prudentbaby.com.

Peaceably assemble on your front stoop and celebrate the freedom of speech with red, white, and blue sidewalk chalk.

Learn how at projectalicia.com.