End of Summer Fabric Bible Craft

Here’s a sweet, simple End-of-Summer Fabric Craft perfect for 4th and 5th grade Sunday school students:

“Fruit of the Spirit” Fabric Banner

Theme: Celebrating the fruits of the Spirit as we head into a new school year
Scripture Focus: Galatians 5:22-23

🧵 Supplies:

• Pre-cut triangle or rectangle fabric pieces (felt or cotton) for banners (approx. 6” x 9”)
• Small fabric scraps in bright colors or patterns
• Glue (fabric glue or tacky glue)
• Markers or fabric pens
• Yarn or ribbon (for hanging)
• Popsicle sticks or small dowels (to hold the top of the banner)
• Printed or handwritten labels for each Fruit of the Spirit (optional)

✂️ Instructions:

1. Choose a Fruit of the Spirit
   Each child picks one from Galatians 5:22–23 (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control). 
2. Decorate the Banner
• Glue the top of the banner to a popsicle stick.
• Use fabric scraps to create small pictures or patterns (e.g., a heart for love, a smiley face for joy, a dove for peace).
• Add words using markers or attach pre-printed Fruit of the Spirit labels.
3. Add a Hanging String
   Tie yarn to both ends of the stick so the banner can be hung up at home.

💡 Optional Add-Ons:

• Add their name and the year to the back.
• Include a short prayer they write thanking God for that fruit of the Spirit in their life.

🧠 Discussion Connection:

Before or after crafting, have a brief talk about how the Holy Spirit helps us grow these fruits in our lives—even during school, at home, and with friends.