And the Rocket’s Red Glare…

Francis Scott Key penned the words to The Star Spangled Banner while witnessing an American flag flying proudly in the midst of firey explosions during the War of 1812.

I thought a little round-up of rocket-inspired crafts would be fun to enjoy as you and your Happy Home prepare for the 4th of July.

I am totally digging the metallic filler stuff bursting out of the back of this happy little rocket from Bic Mark-it.

Use up some of your recycled toilet paper rolls with these cheerfully painted rockets from Preschool Crafts for Kids.

Or how about this fun treat-filled version of the toilet paper roll rocket from Martha Stewart?

Tatertots and Jello crafted this awesome Red Hots and Blue Rocket Wreath for just $4!

These cool rockets blast from I Gotta Create and are made using a recycled Pringles can.

Yum!  These healthy Patriotic Rocket Popsicles from Did Someone Say Party? look really out of this world.

Skip to My Lou offers a customizable FREE Printable to help you make the above candy-filled Rocket Party Favors.

Here is another great favor idea from Amanda’s Parties to Go using a FREE Printable and a package of Rolo candies.

Or leave one of these cute, easy-to-make Rockin’ Rocket Cups from Family Fun on a neighbor’s doorstep.

Serve up some Rocket Dogs from Family Fun at your 4th of July picnic.

Lotus Events shows you how to make a rocket using a Pool Noodle!

And, finally, this Rocket Cake from Parenting would be the perfect dessert to dine on while watching fireworks.

Have a blast this 4th of July!

Happy Rocket Craft-ing! 🙂