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Fourth of July Trivia Most people will be eating, drinking, and celebrating this special occasion. If you’re looking for some activities to use during your Fourth of July celebration, why not challenge your friends to some Fourth of July Trivia? You might be surprised to learn just how much some know –or don’t know- about our great nation and its history… Some Decorating Tips for New Homes and Temporary Residences Don’t have much money left for artwork after purchasing a new home? Afraid to hang anything on the walls lest you’ll be forced to spend hours patching holes when moving … Continue reading →

Festive Ideas for Fourth of July

A friend of mine recently remarked that centerpieces and things of that nature sound like something her grandmother would have done when hosting a celebration. “It’s just so Martha Stewart,” she said. Well, I’ve got nothin’ on Martha Stewart, but I do think a few special touches can make any occasion more festive. My friend just doesn’t think she’s good at decorating and such, and I’ve heard similar comments from others. Yet, many festive touches are very simple. I like ideas that are fuss free and affordable yet still pack a punch. Check out some of these ideas for Fourth … Continue reading →

A Few Ideas for Fourth of July

What are you doing for Fourth of July? Will you be entertaining guests at home, at your summer home, or at another location? Maybe you have been invited to be a guest at someone else’s home or getaway. Whatever you have planned, you might like some of these ideas: Fourth of July Flowers Even though it might be a little late to plant flowers from seeds, you can pick up some starter plants in red, white, and blue. You can find candy striped roses in red or white, or look for red and white amaryllis. For blues, look for blue … Continue reading →

For Babies Born on the 4th of July

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Congratulations to all the new moms and dads out there who are celebrating a new addition to their families today on the 4th of July. Since there are babies born every day of the year, it is hardly surprising that many children are born on the 4th of July. Any birth day is a great day for parents and children and the 4th of July presents a few challenges, but also a great many treats. Nationwide Celebrations There are only a handful of days during the year where the entire nation celebrates in such a fashion that your baby will … Continue reading →

More Decorating Ideas for Fourth of July

Hosting a celebration doesn’t have to wear you out. You can use simple techniques for adding a decorative and festive touch instead of spending hours decorating, so you’ll have more time to enjoy the party. Try these easy ideas, and then kick back and relax. Use Food Line white wicker baskets with blue towels and then fill the baskets with juicy red fruits and vegetables such as apples, cherries, strawberries, red bell peppers, or tomatoes. Fill new clear glass votive holders with candies. Fill some with red, some with blue, etc. Table Covers Make a simple but festive tablecloth in … Continue reading →

Celebrating the Summer Solstice with Summer Decor

I’m feeling the need for some sun here in the Pacific Northwest. Next week is the summer solstice, so perhaps if I celebrate that, summer will enter with a bang? One can only hope. Like many of you, I have been lurking and pinning on Pinterest. I’ve been collecting simple summer crafts and decorating ideas to brighten our home. When it comes to crafts, I go dead simple. I’m not a strenuous crafter by any means! Here are a few of the highlights that I’ve discovered. Centerpieces: creating vases full of fruit. If you’re having a summer party for the … Continue reading →