Category: 4th of July

4th of July / Father's Day / Food / football / summer

September 14, 2021

Brownie Burgers on a Faux Charcoal Grill

I love summertime grilling and entertaining so I created this Faux Charcoal Grill to enjoy the summer theme regardless of the weather outside. I like serving food that is delicious with a fun presentation so it adds life to my party. This is why I created these brownie burgers that… Read more

4th of July / Crafts / Reuse / summer

July 2, 2021

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 / red white blue / Reuse / Water Bottles

July 1, 2021

DIY 4th of July Water Bottle Fireworks

Create these fun, safe DIY 4th of July fireworks out of repurposed water bottles. These make a great centerpiece for your 4th of July party or cookout! They are so easy to make and it could be a fun project for kids. Add LED lights to the center of each… Read more

4th of July / Oatmeal Container / Reuse

June 29, 2021

4th of July Decorations – Cookie Rocket

I love creating theme platters for my parties like this cookie rocket…it not only is a fun way to serve food but it doubles as a party decoration. For the 4th of July, I wanted to make a rocket with a cookie exhaust to put on my dessert table. I… Read more

4th of July / Crafts / DIY / terracotta pots

June 28, 2021

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

I love creating DIY 4th of July Decorations! It is so much fun barbecuing with family. 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 made these cute Uncle Sam hat candle holders… Read more

4th of July / Luau / summer / Water Bottles

June 24, 2021

DIY Water Bottle Flameless Tiki Torches (Water Bottle Craft)

I love using tiki torches, they add instant charm to any barbecue. I was planning a summer cookout and I thought why not make a version that can be used inside as a table decoration. I still wanted to have the look of a lit tiki torch even if it… Read more

4th of July / jars / lanterns / lights

June 23, 2021

Patriotic Mason Jar Lanterns

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 / Bubble Wrap / kids / Paper Towel Rolls

June 22, 2021

DIY Firecracker Decorations {Bubble Wrap Firecrackers}

Here is an easy way 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 wrap.… Read more

4th of July / Paper Towel Rolls

June 19, 2021

DIY 4th of July Napkin Rings

Create 4th of July napkin rings to dress up your patriotic barbecue — they can be used for a place setting or displayed on a buffet table. I love having themed napkin rings but can never seem to find my fancy ones when the holiday rolls around. This is an inexpensive… 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

As some of you may already know, 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