Tagged: fourth of july

July 4, 2022

Red, White and Blue Strawberry Kabobs

White chocolate dipped strawberry kabobs with blueberries create a fun and festive dessert for the 4th of July. They are so easy to make and a perfect accent for any table setting. The white chocolate and strawberry flavors meld together to make these decorative dessert kabobs taste like strawberries and… Read more

4th of July / jars / lanterns / lights

July 3, 2022

DIY Patriotic Mason Jar Lanterns (Mason Jar Crafts)

You can create these festive patriotic mason jar lanterns to illuminate your Memorial Day or 4th of July cookout. I love the look of glowing accents at BBQs. It adds a fun party atmosphere to any gathering. You can also use these jars as flower vases to accent your table.… Read more

4th of July / Oatmeal Container / Reuse

July 2, 2022

DIY 4th of July Decorations (Cookie Rocket Serving Tray)

Here is one of my cheap and easy DIY 4th of July decorations using household items and inexpensive things from the craft store. I love creating theme platters for my parties like this cookie rocket. It is a fun way to serve food and doubles as a party decoration. For… Read more

4th of July / Crafts / DIY / terracotta pots

July 1, 2022

DIY 4th of July Decorations (Uncle Sam Hat Candle Holders)

I love creating DIY 4th of July Decorations! I made these cute Uncle Sam hat candle holders out of mini-terracotta pots. I thought it would be fun to use create some of my themed decorations to add a patriotic flair to our 4th of July celebration. I use battery operated… Read more

4th of July / Paper Towel Rolls / paper tubes

June 28, 2022

DIY 4th of July Napkin Rings (Made From Paper Towel Rolls)

Learn how to make festive DIY 4th of July napkin rings to dress up your patriotic barbecue. They are super quick and easy to create by cutting tubes from a paper towel roll and covering them with ribbon. They can be used for a place setting or displayed on a… Read more

4th of July / Crafts / Reuse

June 28, 2022

Fireworks at the Washington Monument

Growing up in the DC area, the Washington Monument being illuminated with fireworks in the night sky has become an iconic symbol for the 4th of July. As you may already know, I love creating theme platters for my events like I did here and here. I thought a miniature… Read more

4th of July / Bubble Wrap / kids / Paper Towel Rolls

June 27, 2022

DIY Firecracker Decorations {Bubble Wrap Firecrackers}

Here is an easy way how to make DIY firecracker decorations. These safe bubble wrap firecrackers party favors are sure to make a bang at your 4th of July celebration. This firecracker decorations craft can be made from either toilet paper rolls or paper towel rolls and filled with bubble… Read more

4th of July / DIY / Everything / independence day / lanterns / Reuse / reuseable / tissue box / Tissue Boxes

June 30, 2020

Easy Tissue Box American Flag Lanterns

AsÂ some of you may already know,Â I love to reuse and repurpose items when I create my designs. These easy to create tissue box American Flag lanterns are no exception. These will add a fun and festive patriotic flair to your 4th of July party or BBQ and you… Read more

4th of July / Crafts / kids / Media / Occasions / Reuse / reuseable / TV Segments

June 23, 2014

4th of July Party Ideas

I absolutely love celebrating the 4th of July â€” the barbecues, desserts, decorations and the fireworks are things I look forward to every year. Here are some of my ideas for creative 4th of July decorations and centerpieces using household items so you can get a start on preparing your… Read more

Crafts / Everything / Food / Occasions

July 1, 2013

Decorating with Cupcakes

I like to use food as decorations…it makes an event more fun when you can actually eat the party decor. A simple way to add a Fourth of July flair to purchased cupcakes is to add red candy to the tops of white icing and add small America Flags to… Read more