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Festive Ideas for Fourth of July

A friend of mine recently remarked that centerpieces and things of that nature sound like something her grandmother would have done when hosting a celebration. “It’s just so Martha Stewart,” she said. Well, I’ve got nothin’ on Martha Stewart, but I do think a few special touches can make any occasion more festive. My friend just doesn’t think she’s good at decorating and such, and I’ve heard similar comments from others. Yet, many festive touches are very simple. I like ideas that are fuss free and affordable yet still pack a punch. Check out some of these ideas for Fourth … Continue reading →

A Few Ideas for Fourth of July

What are you doing for Fourth of July? Will you be entertaining guests at home, at your summer home, or at another location? Maybe you have been invited to be a guest at someone else’s home or getaway. Whatever you have planned, you might like some of these ideas: Fourth of July Flowers Even though it might be a little late to plant flowers from seeds, you can pick up some starter plants in red, white, and blue. You can find candy striped roses in red or white, or look for red and white amaryllis. For blues, look for blue … Continue reading →

Happy Fourth of July

I just want to take a minute to wish you and yours a happy Fourth of July. I hope you and your families have an enjoyable and safe celebration. We started celebrating yesterday with a barbeque at my brother in law’s house, followed by our own fireworks show, lots of sparklers for all the kids, and my brother in law playing his bass guitar for us. We had a great time, didn’t get home until after midnight, and we plan to make this an annual tradition. We missed the parade this morning, one which we usually attend but we all … Continue reading →

Star Shaped Centerpiece

For your picnic table, dining table, or to jazz up the coffee table, help your kids make these fun star shaped centerpieces. They are quick and easy to make and will add a festive flair to your Independence Day celebrations. Items Needed: Cardboard or poster board Scissors Glue Glitter (red, white or silver, and blue) Curling Ribbon Paper Pencil or marker Directions: 1) Draw or print star patterns in different sizes. You will need at least three of the same size for each project. 2) Trace star patterns onto cardboard or poster board. Cut them out. 3) Spread some glue … Continue reading →

Fourth of July Fun

Fourth of July is a great time for family fun. Parades, picnics, barbeques, beach parties, and fireworks are great ways to celebrate. Try these projects to get ready for Independence Day. Sunglasses Keeper This project is fun, but it will also help keep your children’s eyes protected from the sun, because it will help them keep track of their sunglasses. All you need is a pair of children’s UV protective sunglasses, some string (white or any color), and red, white, and blue beads. Round beads work best for comfort. Make a tiny loop in one end of the string (large … Continue reading →

4th of July Scrapbooking

With the Fourth of July just around the corner, I thought that would share a few ideas for those Independence Day layouts and albums. Document your annual traditions. If there is an activity that your family participates in each year, it is something that you will probably want to record. A highlight of the Fourth of July each year for my kids is participating in my parent’s neighborhood parade, so I always try to include at least one picture of them in the parade. Create a 4th of July mini album. You could do one new layout for the 4th … Continue reading →