DIY Confetti Poppers – Great for Fourth of July
What a fun way to celebrate the Fourth or any special occasion; Especially for little kids! These DIY Confetti Poppers are easy to make too!
Fourth of July is on the way. Little kids love sparklers, and are always looking for more ways to celebrate. Why not make some of these adorable DIY Confetti Poppers! They are simple and a great way to join in the holiday fun!
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What You Need
This project is made with leftover paper towel tubes or toilet paper tubes. Save them for awhile before your celebration.
- Scrapbook paper, cut to approximately 4×6 to cover the cardboard tubes
- Foil confetti (or use a hole punch to create confetti from construction paper)
- Cardboard tubes (like clean toilet paper tubes or paper towel tubes cut in half)
- Scissors
- Balloons
- Washi tape or decorative duct tape
- Clear tape
How to Make Confetti Poppers
Cut a piece of scrapbook paper to fit around the cardboard tube.
Wrap the piece of scrapbook paper around each tube, covering the sides completely. Tape into place.
You can even use plain construction paper and decorate your popper with washi tape or markers.
Cut the top off each balloon. Tie a knot on the blowing end of the balloons.
Stretch the cut end of each balloon over one end of each cardboard tube.
Use washi tape to cover the seam where the printed wrap meets the balloon. (Washi tape quality varies. If washi tape is not strong enough, duct tape can be used.)
Fill each confetti cannon with confetti.
To use, hold the confetti cannon firmly in one hand. With the other hand, pull the balloon tight and release. ENJOY!
Confetti Ideas
DIY – You can purchase confetti in every color and kind online. You can also make your own. Use a hole punch to create your own confetti if you are having a difficult time finding want you want.
Birdseed – Making these for a wedding, or don’t want to clean up outdoors. Fill your confetti popper with birdseed. You get the same effect without needing to clean up anything. Plus, the birds are happy!
Fourth of July Fun
Need more Fourth of July ideas? Check out these fun Fourth of July Sparkler Party Favor Printables.
More Holidays
I know I made these Fourth of July themed but the possibilities are endless. Change up the paper, tape, and colors to make these perfect for any holiday or birthday!
These are even fun to shoot confetti at weddings!
DIY Confetti Poppers
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Scrapbook paper cut to approximately 4×6 to cover the cardboard tubes
- 2 cups Foil confetti or use a hole punch to create confetti from construction paper
- 4 Cardboard tubes like clean toilet paper tubes or paper towel tubes cut in half
- 1 pair Scissors
- 4 Balloons
- Washi tape or decorative duct tape
- Clear tape
Instructions
- Cut scrapbook paper to fit around the cardboard tube.
- Wrap a piece of scrapbook paper around each tube, lining the top of the printed wrap to the top of the cardboard tube, and attach with clear tape.
- Cut the top off each balloon.
- Tie a knot on the blowing end of the balloons.
- Stretch the cut end of each balloon over one end of each cardboard tube.
- Fill each confetti cannon with confetti.
- To use, hold the confetti cannon firmly in one hand. With the other hand, pull the balloon tight and release.
