In case the other red, white, and blue lighted centerpiece that I have previously shared isn't your style, I have another one for you today! I used supplies from the dollar store to make this sparkly trio of bottles. To make my bottles … [Read more...]
DISTRESSED WOODEN AMERICANA STARS
There are two expanses of brick wall on either side of our front door. I have tried a few different ways of breaking up the space and making it look more decorated, but since brick doesn't play well with nails or 3M strips most of those … [Read more...]
RED, WHITE & BLEU MINI MASON JAR SALADS
I am a big fan of themed party foods, especially if they have punny names. This refreshing red, white and bleu salad is great for summer picnics, and it is so easy to make. With just three ingredients and a few minutes of prep time, you … [Read more...]
5 MINUTE PATRIOTIC CENTERPIECE
I'm of the opinion that summer parties should be no-fuss, no-muss situations. Put some beer on ice, grill up some meat, and spend time with friends and family. I think the party decorations should be equally laid back. That's why I … [Read more...]
CHALKY PAINT FLAG MASON JAR
If you are a regular reader of Mad in Crafts, you know how I feel about red, white, and blue in the summer. You just have to take one look at my front porch to know that I go a little flag-crazy in June and July. Today's mason jar craft … [Read more...]
PATRIOTIC WELCOME MAT MAKEOVER
A red, white, and blue front porch needs a coordinating welcome mat, wouldn't you say? Instead of buying a brand new mat, I gave our old mat a patriotic welcome mat makeover with a few coats of spray paint. This technique can be used to … [Read more...]
DISTRESSED WOODEN AMERICANA SIGN
While I love the wood shim flag that I made for our front door last summer, this sign was too good not to display in a prominent place. I found this "land that I love" sign in the dollar spot at Target a few weeks ago and fell in love. … [Read more...]
PATRIOTIC FRONT PORCH
If you have been a reader for a few years, you know I am kind stuck in my ways when it comes to decorating my front porch in the summer months. I started using a red, white, and blue color scheme years ago, and I haven't looked back since. … [Read more...]
FOURTH OF JULY SANGRIA
I am about to make a bold statement: Sangria is the best cocktail to serve at your 4th of July party. Forget margaritas, daiquiris, and rum & cokes, sangria is where it’s at. Allow me to convince you. Sangrias use delicious, … [Read more...]
FOURTH OF JULY PAPER STRAW NECKLACES
If you are deep in the “I’m bored”s of summer, this is a simple and low-cost project that can keep little hands and minds busy. My kids and I turned paper straws into festive necklaces for the Fourth of July. Watch this short video to … [Read more...]