When we had our 4th of July ice cream social, I had the idea to make candy dipped ice cream cones, but everybody wound up making ice cream Sundays instead. Still I had the candy melts, so here’s how to make candy dipped ice cream cones. Candy Dipped ice Cream cone...
July 4th
How to Host a 4th of July ice Cream Social
If the 4th of July is hot as Hades where you live, like it is here in Georgia, you’re thinking about indoor Independence Day celebration ideas. I love outdoor 4th of July party styling as much as the next girl, but I can’t with the heat. So, my girls and I came up...
Quick & Easy 4th of July Saltine Cracker Toffee Recipe (With Sprinkles!)
I'm not sure how Christmas Crack got it's name, but I could for sure eat it all year long. So why not? Here's how to make 4th of July Saltine Cracker Toffee. All you need to do is switch to white chocolate chips and add patriotic sprinkles. Amazon link in this...
How to Make 4th of July Star Wands
If you saw my Stars & Stripes 4th of July tablescape, you got a peek at my 4th of July star wands craft. My girls had fun decorating these at the dining table, and I think they'd be fun for making with your kids. Can't you see them waving these wands at your...
My Parties: How to Style a Stars & Stripes 4th of July Party
Today I’m sharing some 4th of July family party inspiration with you. This is how we set our table for Memorial Day this year, but everything we did would work just as well on the 4th of July. Since this was just for our small family, I kept things pretty simple and...
How to Make Patriotic Layered Jell-O
If you're looking for a no-bake dessert in the heat of the summer, give layered Jell-O a try. It takes several hours to assemble, but most of that time is just waiting for the Jell-O to set up in the fridge. You can even make your Jell-O "fancy" by pouring it on an...
How to Make Rhubarb Strawberry Tarts
Growing up in Minnesota, we grew rhubarb in our backyard garden, and rhubarb pie was a summer staple. So I had in my mind to create a version of my Grandma's rhubarb pie for the 4th of July, but we can't find her recipe. I swear we made it just last year, so it has to...
Freebie Friday: 15 Free 4th of July Sparkler Holder Printables
We'll be going to the mountains for the 4th of July, so I think we'll be able to avoid the fireworks that terrify our poor dog so much. But, the girls will still want a little show, and that means sparklers! So, I've rounded up my favorite 15 free 4th of July sparkler...
My Parties: How to Style a 4th of July Party Kids’ Table
Last year, we learned an important lesson on the 4th of July: our puppy is completely terrified of fireworks. The girls and I had been away the year before, and Don told us she was scared, but we didn't appreciate just how scared she was until we saw it for ourselves....
Freebie Friday: 25 4th of July Free Party Printables
As the final part of our 4th of July Party Planning Challenge, I've collected 25 of my favorite 4th of July free party printables. Printables are such an easy way to tie together the look of your party — from your invitations to your art to your dining and dessert...
Party Planning Challenge – Part Six: 4th of July Party
Welcome to part six of my Party Planning Challenge! We're all planning our 4th of July parties together, a little bit every day, just in time for the 4th. Here are the first parts of our series in case you've missed them: Party Planning Challenge - part one (budget,...
Party Planning Challenge – Part 5: 4th of July Party Centerpieces
Welcome to part five of my Party Planning Challenge! We're all planning our 4th of July parties together, a little bit every day, just in time for the 4th. Here are the first parts of our series in case you've missed them: Party Planning Challenge - part one (budget,...
Party Planning Challenge – Part Four: 4th of July Party Place Settings
Welcome to part four of my Party Planning Challenge! We're all planning our 4th of July parties together, a little bit every day, just in time for the 4th. Here are the first parts of our series: Party Planning Challenge - part one Party Planning Challenge - part two...
Party Planning Challenge – Part Two: 4th of July Party Invitations & Party Style
Welcome to part two of our 4th of July Party Planning Challenge! If you missed part one, find it here. In part one, we established: The date (natch) and time of your party What type of party you're hosting That you're hosting at home Whether your party will be inside,...
Party Planning Challenge: 4th of July Party & Free Party Planner
I thought it might be helpful to try a new "party planning challenge" series where I walk you through the steps in planning a party. What do you think? Please let me know in the comments below. In the next week or so, let's plan a 4th of July party together. Sound...
Freebie Friday: Even More 4th of July Free Printables to Make Your Party Pop!
On Tuesday, I featured a huge collection of 30 free 4th of July printables. (See it here.) Today, I'm rounding up 16 more last-minute printables for your 4th of July party! From eighteen25 From No Biggie From Everyday Cheer From Posh Peony Creative Designs From The...
Freebie Friday: 30 Amazing 4th of July Free Printables
Yup, it's Tuesday. I've been working and working on the post and it just kept growing and growing and now it's Tuesday. So, here it is, my biggest "Freebie Friday" ever: 30 4th of July free printables to help you celebrate the Independence Day! I tell you what, every...
My Parties: How to Style a Home of the Brave 4th of July Dessert Table
For those of you who don't know, I guest blog over at Love the Day. I guess Lindi and I are a "style match" -- I love her printables and she likes my parties. So when I saw Lindi’s “Home of the Brave” 4th of July printables collection, I was immediately touched by her...
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