4th of July Crafts
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Ladder Golf Craft and How to Play
In the past this game was highly unheard of, but it has soared in popularity over the past few years. The way this game works is you construct a target out of PVC piping, or other plastic piping. The target should have three rungs. The lowest rung gets you the most points (usually 3), the middle rung less (usually 2), and the top rung the least (usually 1). Then you stand back by 15-20 feet, and throw your ladder golf balls toward the rungs. The ladder golf balls are actually two tennis balls strung on a piece of rope, with one on each end. The idea of the game is that the balls will go on either side of the rung, and the rope will cause them to wrap around it. It takes a bit of skill, and a bit of luck to earn points. You play an opponent. You can either construct two ladder golf targets, or you can each play off the same target, taking turns. Each player gets three tosses to score up to 9 points. The player who has the most points at the end of the round wins. The fun thing about this game is that it does not take long, so you can play several rounds, and can start fresh each round, or build on your last score, playing a set number of rounds.
Sequin Flag Magnet
Part of the fun of making magnet crafts is that they can reflect any holiday or time of the year. There are virtually no limits on what kind of magnets you can make but it is fun to have seasonal magnets to reflect your surroundings. You can keep them to decorate your home or use them for great gifts. So whether you are anticipating the winter holidays or a picnic in the sunshine there is a magnet for you to make. Here are some ideas for holiday magnet crafts-
· Sequin Flag Magnet-This delightful magnet is a patriotic craft that is economical and easy to do with your troop or group.
What you will need:
- Approximately 25 Blue Sequins
- Approximately 50 Red Sequins
- Approximately 30 White Sequins
- Magnetic Sheets
- Tacky Glue
- Scissors
Instructions for the project: Carefully cut a piece of magnetic sheet to 1-7/8" x 3". Beginning at the top left of the flag, run a bead of glue along the top edge. Place 6 blue sequins overlapped on the left side. Then you will fill the rest of the row with red. The next step is to put another row next to it using white instead of red. Continue until you fill the sheet with a flag pattern. Let dry completely and it is ready to hang.