1. Let’s kick this off on a high note – I challenge you to resist this killer Buttercream Stars and Stripes 4th of July Cake by Erin Gardner.
2. How about setting the mood at the front door with this patriotic door wreath?
3. Need ideas for how to set a summer table? Click here for three gorgeous examples.
4. Want to deck the walls with some red, white and blue, but don’t want to spend a lot of money? A quick trip to the craft store will get you everything you need for this patriotic DIY Hanging Yarn Art.
5. Wishing you could throw a party, but don’t want to do the heavy lifting? How about a Picnic Potluck?
6. Hot dogs play a huge part of any backyard bash. Make sure you know the hot dog etiquette!
7. Another summer staple: potato salad. And we’ve got the PERFECT potato salad recipe.
8. Go red, white, and blue in a chic and simple way with these 14 ideas.
9. Still looking for a few more recipes to round out your Independence Day menu? We’ve got 25 easy Fourth of July recipes and cocktails ready for you!
10. Summer fun in the hot sun requires some cooling off – for the gardens, for the grass, and for the kids! Emily Fazio has 15 great tips for sprinkler and watering systems.
11. Take a peek at these 7 fantastic weekend backyard projects and get started DIY-ing now to have everything ready for the 4th of July.
12. Headed to a picnic, but don’t have a blanket? Whip up this quick and easy DIY Picnic Quilt.
13. Don’t forget to keep your guests in the loop! Give everyone the details on timing, menu and party fun with this DIY Chalkboard Sandwich Board.
14. Even a few wildflowers can look fancy in the right vase. This DIY Rope-Wrapped Glass Vase will dress up any table.
15. While the grown ups tend to the grill and relax, give the kids free reign to deck out the driveway with some red, white and blue Homemade Sidewalk Chalk.
16. Looking for a few non-alcoholic alternatives to water and lemonade? Why not treat your guests to some DIY Drinking Vinegar? Tart, sweet, and oh-so-refreshing, this is sure to be a quirky hit!
17. If you don’t have access to a fire pit, but still want the quintessential summer sweet treat, give these DIY S’mores Pops a try.
18. Flowers aren’t just for the table! Give your backyard or deck a special twinkle with some dressed up string lights.
19. Appetizers are my personal favorite part of any party. Hannah Slaughter shows us how to make the perfect tiny bite with these tasty kabobs.
20. These DIY Dip Dyed Stamped Kitchen Towels are the perfect hostess gift, if you’re attending someone else’s party.
21. Looking to host a low key summer party? Here are 11 ideas for how to host a relaxed bash.
22. You can’t have a summer party without lemonade. Why not add a garnish of some fresh thyme or make any one of these delicious cocktails for your Independence Day guests?
23. Don’t forget the patriotic dessert! Strawberries, blueberries and silky Greek yogurt create a fresh, sweet treat in this Red, White, and Blue Yogurt Panna Cotta.
24. Deck railings look pretty patriotic when dressed up with some DIY red and blue daisy chains – enlist the kids to decorate for the party!
25. Still need a few more ideas for how to decorate your house? How about these 5 Darling DIY Ideas for the Fourth of July?
26. Add some fresh fruit to this Easy Coconut Cloud Cake and you’ve got a patriotic party cake in a flash.
27. If fresh flowers aren’t your thing, fake some red, white and blue blooms with these DIY Tissue Paper Flower Garlands.
28. Add some patriotic flair in the details with some custom DIY Wooden Flatware!
29. If cupcakes are on the menu for your 4th of July bash, add a DIY patriotic touch with Miniature Toothpick and Washi Tape Cupcake Flags.
30. And one last housekeeping note: make sure your charcoal grill is in tip top shape before you fire it up on the Fourth of July! Emily gives a few pointers on How to Clean and Maintain a Charcoal Grill here.
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