# DIY Patriotic Matchboxes This Fourth of July Matchbox Tutorial is a Perfect Subtle Detail By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-06-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matchbox-tutorial References: [almostmakesperfect](http://www.almostmakesperfect.com/2013/06/17/diy-fourth-of-july-matchboxes-free-printable/) This fun Fourth of July matchbox tutorial makes it easy to infuse your holiday weekend with as much Americana as possible. The easy to follow DIY project is created with a quick printable from the Almost Makes Perfect blog. In order to create these DIY Fourth of July matchboxes, you will need a handful of Diamond matchboxes, scissors, a glue stick and a color printer. Once printed, the tiny [stars and stripes-themed design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-drinkware) is complemented by a version that reads "Happy Fourth," with a typically red, white and blue rocket-style ice pops. Once cut up, the sheets are carefully glued onto the exterior of the matchbox. This easy to make matchbox tutorial is a great way to transform the smaller details of your space into themed treats. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Crafts:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating DIY projects for various occasions. - **Holiday Decor:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing and creating themed decor for holidays. - **Personalization:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in customizing everyday items to reflect individuals' preferences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Arts and Crafts:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the arts and crafts industry through the development of DIY project kits and innovative crafting techniques. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the home decor industry by offering unique and personalized decorations for different occasions and holidays. - **Print and Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the print and design industry by providing customizable templates and materials for DIY projects and personalized items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited-Edition Americana Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hostess-4th-of-july-treats.md) - [Summertime Americana Chip Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pringles-fourth-of-july.md) - [Limited-Edition Firework-Covered Foils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festive-foil.md) - [Patriotic Americana Pastry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourth-of-july-donuts.md) - [Independence Day Donut Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-spangled-sweetness-collection.md) - [Indulgent Independence Day Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinkbox-doughnuts-fourth-of-july.md) - [Patriotic Americana Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-stars-and-stripes-dozen.md) - [Patriotic Prepackaged Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-debbie-independence-day.md) - [Patriotic Popsicle-Inspired Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bombarita.md)