Those twisted knit headbands are ridiculously overpriced in stores, once you see how easy it is to make them. Lisa from Mabey She Made It shares a tutorial showing how. She’s using a stripe and a star print fabric to … Read More...
Search Results for: 4th of July
Cherry Cheesecake Pops
I had my first cheesecake from the Cheesecake Factory in April and it’s a good thing we don’t have one close by! Three days and cheesecake every day. The whole family is hooked. This cake pop looks delicious and I … Read More...
Patriotic Pudding Popsicles
Here is a treat to make with the kids this summer. A different version of the rocket popsicles you can get in the store. The kids will have fun making them and then eating them. Cool off during the day … Read More...
8 Patriotic Dress Sewing Patterns
Do you love showing your patriotism and dressing up on Independence Day? Where I’m from, the 4th of July holiday is kind of a big deal and we have quite the celebration, so to dress your kids (and yourselves) … Read More...
Red, White and Blue Pinwheel Icebox Cookies
Here are some cookies for your 4th of July celebrations. I love the swirl of the red, white and blue. This would be a great cookie if you need a splash of this awesome trio, but want it to be … Read More...
Red, White and Blue Sangria
Time for the five o’clock somewhere series. It is five here and this is a drink that you can serve up for your 4th of July party. Of course, there is nothing wrong with trying it out before serving it … Read More...
30 Amazing Patriotic Craft Projects
With only a couple of weeks until the 4th of July holiday, you may be starting to feel a little more patriotic each day. If you are looking for some fun craft projects to decorate your home and help you … Read More...
Red, White and Blue Melting Cake
This cake will take center of admiration at your 4th of July party. First they will being excited for the decoration of the melting on the cake. When it is time to cut the cake open, you will be the … Read More...
Tutorial: Pieced stripe pillow cover
What do you do when you can’t find the perfect striped fabric to make a pillow? Why, MAKE that stripe, of course. Lindsey from Fort Worth Fabric Studio shows how you can make a striped pillow cover, with the wide … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilt as you go flag pillow
Becky from Patchwork Posse shows how you can use a quilt-as-you-go technique to make a flag pillow that would be perfect for 4th of July decoration. The red and white stripes, as well as the field of blue, use the … Read More...
How to make an American flag with mason jars
With 4th of July just around the corner the red, white and blue is popping up all over. I love how the clever crafter at the blog It All Started With Paint created a flag motif on 3 mason jars. … Read More...
Tutorial: American flag pillow cover
Lindsey from Fort Worth Fabric Studio shows how you can make this American flag pillow cover. It would be a fun addition to 4th of July decor. The patchwork is kept simple, with a polka dotted fabric approximating the blue … Read More...
Free Quilt pattern: Memorial Day Flag Quilt Block
We are celebrating Memorial Day here in the U.S., so in honor of this national holiday, I’m sharing some patriotic-themed patterns throughout the day. First up is this interlocking flags block from Better Homes and Garden. They also share the … Read More...
American Flag Cake
What better cake for 4th of July celebrations than this amazing flag cake?
A simple white cake, with a (patriotic) surprise inside! This cake by Erin McDowell at Food52 is an adaptation of a simple white cake (or rather 5 … Read More...
How to make straw paper rockets
Is there anyone who hasn’t shot the straw paper at their sibling, parent or friend in a restaurant to bother them? My brother and I grew up doing it to each other all the time. Fast forward to now. I … Read More...
How to make hand heart bookmarks
I am now on the look out for 4th of July crafts and Mother’s Day crafts and I spotted this cute tutorial on how to make heart hand bookmarks over at the blog Nearly Crafty. I bet every mom would … Read More...
Tutorial: Strawberry burlap bunting
Lindsey from Fort Worth Fabric Studio shares a tutorial for making this strawberry burlap bunting. The bright fabric toppers and those strawberry appliques are cute, cute, cute! Change out the applique shape and the color scheme, and you can make … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy fabric headband
Lindsay from Diary of a Crafty Lady shows how she made these scrappy fabric headbands for some fun 4th of July accessories. She keeps the edges raw so they get a pretty little fringe from the fraying threads. Now I … Read More...
Bacon Lovers Red Potato Salad
I love potato salad and have never once thought about putting bacon in it! I’m sure you bacon lovers were already putting bacon in your salads.
Here is a potato salad recipe for the summer bbq, picnic or a side … Read More...
Photography for Scrapbookers | How to Photograph Fireworks
If you’re heading out to watch the fireworks tonight, make sure to read these three articles first!
How to Photograph Fireworks by Decor & the Dog
How to Photograph Good Enough Fireworks with a Point and Shoot by Unskinny Boppy… Read More...