Looking for a fun project to create for your budding astronaut? How about a little DIY project to promote imaginative play? Make these DIY rocket jet packs easily and all you need is a few household items, party and craft supplies to complete the project. Not only are these great for playdates, but they make great party favors for space themed parties too!
Spray paint the soda bottles with metallic paint. Let dry completely.
Join two bottles with duct tape by applying one strip of tape around the center of the bottles.
Cut black felt into two-inch strips. You will need four strips per jet pack.
Apply two pieces of felt to a strip of duct tape, making one long strap. The felt adds comfort to the shoulder straps while the duct tape provides the much-needed strength.
Repeat to make two complete straps.
Attach both straps to the bottles with a large strip of duct tape.
Apply glue to the inside rim of the party hat and adhere it to the bottom of the soda container.
Cover the spout of the bottle with a small piece of duct tape. Remove the yellow, orange and red tassels from the rainbow fringe table skirt. You will need two of each color total.
Hot glue the folded ends of the one set of tassels into the spout of the bottle. Repeat for both bottles.
Trim the tassel “flames” to desired length.
Be sure to check out all the fun details from our Out of This World Space Playdate including DIY Sand Art Rocket Ships and recipe for Galaxy Cupcakes!