Happy Fourth of July!
From all of us at MAKE: Happy July 4th to all those celebrating American Independence Day. Please sear your dead things or tofu dogs with care and practice your pyrotechnics with all caution. Be safe, have fun.
Holiday Projects
Patriotic Votive Holders
I love these easy Fourth of July votive holders from Curvy Girl Guide. Check out this tutorial on how to make them yourself for July 4th festivities. Thanks for the tip, Ohio pal Andi!
How-To: Patriotic Bunting
I love flags and I definitely love bunting. Nothing feels more festive than pennants for a celebration, if you ask me! You’ve probably seen some American flag bunting in your neighborhood as we get ready to celebrate the Fourth of July. I wanted to make my own, but give it a twist for my house. […]
How-To: Pop Rocks “Fireworks” Cookies For 4th of July
Here’s a fun 4th of July dessert that will add a little “pop” for your guests. Cakespy shares her recipe for making “Fireworks” cookies with Pop Rocks.
How-To: Stars And Stripes Table Runner
You might not think you still have time to whip up a nice handmade piece for your 4th of July table decor, but you’d be wrong. Check out how Kat of Kat’s Crafts turned a simple yard of red ticking fabric into a sweet Independence Day table runner in almost no time at all.
Toilet Paper Roll Creatures
Wow! I love these toilet-paper roll creatures from El Hada de Papel, a trilingual (!) blog about crafting with kids. These couldn’t be easier–assuming, of course, that you’re capable of drawing quirky owls, cats, dogs, or anything else with pointy ears. (Via Swiss Miss.)
How-To: Cheery Fourth of July Garland
By Jessica Wilson You may already know that I am a HUGE fan of garlands and bunting. So I don’t think it should be too surprising that I’ve got a nifty Fourth of July inspired garland up my sleeve for you. The color combo of red, white, and blue is often a crowd pleaser, so […]