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Americans have their independence on July 4th with barbecues and fireworks, and Canadians have do something similar on Canada Day which is July 1st
On Canada Day, Canadians celebrate the day the British North America Act created the Canadian federal … Read More...
Maya Kuzman always has cute ideas – and this one is perfect for me. These quick and easy earrings would make perfect gifts for a variety of occasions. Work some up in Christmas colors for stocking stuffers. Make them in … Read More...
Get ready to kick off the summer season this Memorial Day with one of these patriotic desserts! Everything on our list is fairly simple to make, so impress your friends at this year’s barbecue with colorful flag cookie tray or … Read More...
These are just the cutest coasters I’ve seen in a long time (except for those Christmas ones I posted recently). These would brighten up any table. You can use up lots of yarn scraps too since each coaster takes … Read More...
La Fete Nationale in France, known in English as Bastille Day is fast approaching! Celebrate on July 14th with these free printables. The first set from Creature Comforts & The Little Paris Kitchen includes cupcake toppers and food labels. … Read More...
One of my friends pointed out this fireworks sheet on Facebook. It is designed to be a coloring sheet, but would easily work as an embroidery project. I think it would be fun to work up some napkins tonight to … Read More...
Photographer Jennifer Valencia gives detailed steps on how you can take photos of sparklers for July 4th, and also capture the face of the person holding them. She addresses all the preparatory steps you need to take, as well … Read More...
Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how to make this braided collar t-shirt dress for a little girl. The dress itself is made from an adult-sized t-shirt, though you could also use yardage if you wanted. Go to … Read More...
Got sparklers for July 4th? Then you need this tutorial on taking photographs of them. Along with the sparklers you will need a camera with a manual setting, a tripod, flashlight, and some adult assistants – this isn’t one for … Read More...
I’m picturing the jillions of kids who would adore these. Cereal treats on the inside, swirly candy coating on the outside. And the stick. July 4 perfection. Make patriotic pops HERE at Hungry Happenings.
It doesn’t get more patriotic than this: Red, white, blue and stars. So sweet. Find the recipe to make red, white and blue star fudge HERE at Hungry Happenings.
Looking for the best fudge recipes Check out our World’s … Read More...
Carolyn from Homework tells us how she created these patriotic berry cups using dollar store supplies and papers from American Crafts. She plans to use them throughout the summer at patriotic gatherings like Flag Day and July 4th. Click here… Read More...
It seems like just yesterday I was wishing for snow, and now summer is upon us here in the top hemisphere. Memorial Day, the day we honor and remember those men and women who fought and died serving in the … Read More...
Aren’t these charming? Sher over at Fly The Coop has created these sweet, teeny tea light
cozies. As usual, you’ll find her instructions and tutorial to be very helpful. This is one of those crazy little things that make me … Read More...
I’m betting you’ll love this fluffy looking Christmas Star Garland as much as I do. Hope yo have time to make one for this year. If not, copy the pattern and start on it for next year. I also think … Read More...
Now here’s a cool idea: as part of the “Ravellenic Games,” Raven Knits has designed a mystery shawl knitalong that will be released periodically during the course of the Olympics (which start Friday!).
It’s not a complete mystery; you can … Read More...
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made a matching romper and sundress for her little girls. Both versions have a ruffle across the top, but one style is made into … Read More...
As one in my current state, forbidden to enjoy a lovely cocktail (more on that later), I’m thankful for some alternatives. Like these oh so pretty layered drinks from In Katrina’s Kitchen. Discover the secret to making layered drinks–so … Read More...
Still a few more of the red, white and blue to go! Next up, some festive madeleines from the queen-of-holiday-madeleines, Sugar Swings!. The bonus this time? They are dyed naturally with fruit. Make them HERE.
And now for something completely healthy: Make a fruit flag from apples and blueberries HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
