Picnic BuffetPut your pies on a pedestal for a dessert buffet on the porch ~ shown here, cake stands in vintage milk glass and clear glass. Blue-and-white transferware plates are the perfect backdrop for golden hand-crimped crusts. Build a festive centerpiece using tiered wire baskets. Fill with help-yourself treats like ripe fruit as well as … More July 4th Picnic Party ~ Recipes and Entertaining Ideas
Celebrate Independence Day with the family by making these creative and patriotic crafts for kids. From festive decorations to bike embellishments, it’s easy to start your 4th of July celebration with a bang. Firecracker FavorThese firecracker crafts will spark some fun at your celebration. Start with mailing tubes that have plastic lids. Cut red, white, … More Fun 4th of July Crafts for Kids ~ From Party Favors to Decorations
Give Dad a Father’s Day gift that will satisfy his sweet tooth as well as touch his heart. These cute and easy dessert ideas for Father’s Day are a great way to thank Dad for being a role model, teacher, and friend. Happy Father’s Day Golf CupcakeHit a hole in one this Father’s Day with … More Creative Father's Day Desserts
Spend some quality time with Dad this year and try one of our fun Father’s Day activities. From grilling together to taking a trip to the museum, there is a Father’s Day activity for every Dad! 1. Spend Quality Time as a Family: It doesn’t matter what the activity is, the most important thing Dad … More Fun Father's Day Activities for Dad
From snack ideas to table settings, these crafty serving suggestions will help you host a fabulous, patriotic picnic or potluck on the 4th of July. We’ve looked to the trends: Mason jars, paper projects, and flag motifs to help inspire a red, white, and blue holiday feast. Sparkling Place SettingEncourage guests to get in the … More Fun Serving Ideas for Your 4th of July Picnic or BBQ
From photo albums to desk sets, we’ve got just the right handmade Father’s Day present for Dad. He’ll love the sentiment of these easy homemade gifts just as much as you will love crafting them! Necktie Photo AlbumLine up several of Dad’s retired neckties (or shop around for cheap ties at thrift stores) to create … More Simple Handmade Gifts for Father's Day
Get inspired with clever layout and pretty fabrics, furniture, and accents to transform your sun room, screened or covered porch into the most-used space in your home. Turn a Dead Corner into a DaybedThe typical furniture for many corners in sunrooms is a table and maybe a chair. But to take advantage of every square … More Sunroom, Screened and Covered Porch Decorating and Design Ideas
Custom Toolbox for DadA white metal toolbox is the perfect blank slate for kids’ creativity on Father’s Day. Hand over permanent markers in various colors, and let kids draw on the patterns and images of their choosing. Add to the gift by purchasing Dad a few new tools to showcase in his unique box. Candy … More Easy Father's Day Crafts for Kids to Make
Dress up your home in the spirit of Independence Day. Put together these easy red, white, and blue Fourth of July decorations to make your festivities sparkle. Spell It OutShow your American pride with these colorful letters. Buy plain wooden letters (available at crafts stores) and get creative with red, white, and blue acrylic paint. … More Easy 4th of July Decorations
Gingham and Pearl 