Instructions 

1. Start by cleaning your coffee can and removing the label. Make sure it’s completely dry before moving on.

2. Sand down you coffee can this is make it easier for the paint to stick to the can.

3. Paint the outside of the can using acrylic paint in any red, white, and blue design you like! You can do stripes, solid colors, or get creative with patterns.

4. Add stars using a stencil or paint them on freehand. This gives it that extra patriotic flair!

5. Let the paint dry completely before moving on to the next step.

6. Cut ribbons (or streamers as a budget-friendly alternative) into a variety of lengths. This will give your windsock movement and charm.

7. Attach the ribbons to the inside bottom edge of the coffee can using double-sided tape. Let them hang down like streamers in the wind.

8. Attach a piece of ribbon to the top of the can to create a loop for hanging your windsock.

And there you have it—your very own red, white, and blue windsock! Whether you hang it outside to dance in the summer breeze or use it as festive décor for the 4th of July or Memorial Day, this simple DIY adds a handmade, patriotic touch that’s fun for all ages.

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