
I’m contributing over at Alpha Mom’s – Once Upon a Holiday again today. Come see how we Tie Dyed patriotic shirts for the whole family, right in time for the fireworks this Saturday!
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These festive 4th of July skewers are the perfect treat for your upcoming holiday party. They’re a great snack for little hands to help with, and they make a colorful treat for the table.
Supplies for 4th of July Kabobs:
skewers, these are 10 inch
strawberries, cut up in 4ths
mini marshmallows
blueberries
Wash and dry your fruit, cut your [...]
by Marie on June 30, 2009

There’s been lots of red, white, and blue floating around the web. I’ve collected a few fun links to some super star-bangled crafts for the 4th of July. Below is one of my hand-stitched cards, The American Flag.
Cupcake Liner Fireworks by No Time for Flash Cards
Red, White, and Blue Pinwheel by Skip to my Lou
American [...]
by Marie on June 29, 2009

Get ready to cheer on the fabulous floats at this weekend’s parade with these fun Firework Pom Poms. They’re the perfect sparkle for your child to hold as the clowns and marching bands go by.
Supplies for Firework Pom Poms:
yarn, preferablly red, white, and blue
2 pipe cleaner (aka chenille stems)
scissors
First, measure out 4 yards of [...]

Happy Independence Day! We’ve been the “land of the free and home of the brave” for 232 years now. How great that we have this day each year to celebrate the freedoms we have. And Thanks to all those who are fighting for our freedoms still today!
Here are a few great 4th of July Sites [...]

This year for the 4th of July, I’m in charge of bringing a salad to the family party. I’ve made this fun flag-shaped 4th of July Jell-O before, and it’s always a hit. As I live in the Jell-O Capital of the World, this side dish is perfect for the family party!
Supplies for Jell-O Flag:
Jell-O [...]

If your kids can’t wait until Friday to light up a few fireworks, then this Firecracker Craft is the perfect way to celebrate early. Bubble wrap is placed inside, making a great popping noise maker. This is a fun and easy 4th of July craft the kids will go bonkers for.
Supplies for Fire Cracker:
Bubble wrap [...]