Flag Candy Favor Idea

1 min read September 13, 2026 Team Fun365
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Who knew the stars and stripes could be so sweet? This patriotic party favor project is easy to make and a surefire way to get all your 4th of July guests enjoying some flag-waving fun at your event.

Project Time
5 to 10 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Fold your cellophane bag horizontally in half so that it becomes a narrow strip. Staple the side closed opposite of the fold. Try to get the staple closest to the edge at the bottom. Then place another staple a few inches up, still closest to the edge as possible.

Step
2

Place a few blue candies into the bag first. Use your own judgment as to how many you want. 

Step
3

Then put in 5 candy sticks, alternating between red and white.

Step
4

Tie off the end securely to keep the candy in place. You may want to cut off any excess bag at the top.

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