4th of July

4th of July Decorating Ideas

July 1st, 2010 at 02:29pm Under 4th of July

Now is the time to celebrate the birth of our nation with a collection of homemade 4th of July decorating ideas. My favorite 4th of July decorating ideas involve stars, which are reminiscent of the American flag and very easy to make, and of course, the colors of the American flag, red, white and blue. [...]

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How to make a wind chime: a 4th of July craft for kids

June 30th, 2010 at 05:01pm Under 4th of July+ Clay+ DIY+ Kids

Looking for 4th of July crafts for kids or for yourself?  When I think of 4th of July, I think of a beautiful breezy and warm day. So a stars-and-stripes wind chime seemed like a perfect 4th of July craft for kids. Here’s how it’s made.

Materials:

Kid-friendly clay (air dry or salt dough)
Star-shape cookie cutter
Plastic [...]

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4th of July Crafts: Blogger Edition 2010 eBook

June 25th, 2010 at 04:52pm Under 4th of July

Explore a new collection of 4th of July crafts created by some of our favorite craft bloggers. You will find 21 different July 4th craft ideas from 21 different bloggers, including easy craft projects using recycled materials from around the house. Find crochet, knitting and simple sewing crafts, fourth of july centerpieces and much more [...]

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Sunday Preview: Wedding Favors, Baby Gifts, 4th of July, Reader Favorites

June 20th, 2010 at 04:15pm Under 4th of July

Here’s a preview of what’s coming up this week in the Quick & Crafty e-newsletter from FaveCrafts.
Monday: 17 Handmade Favors for Wedding Season
Our Love Blooms Seed Paper Favors

Tuesday: 16 Gifts for Baby: Knit, Crochet, and Crafts
Plaid Blanket for Babies

Thursday: 70 July 4th Decorating Ideas
4th of July Chalkboard Labels

Friday: 145 Reader Favorite Crafts
Cute Dress from Man’s [...]

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Hot 4th of July Crafts for a Chilly Summer

July 4th, 2009 at 02:14pm Under 4th of July+ Holiday

Hard to believe that Independence Day is nearly here.  With the not-that-hot-except-for-a-week June that we had, it’s easy to forget.  I have to say, I’m glad that the holiday falls on a weekend this year — the perfect time for doing 4th of July craft projects and preparing 4th of July recipes!  Here at FaveCrafts, [...]

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Tags: crafting with kids, decorating ideas, Holiday, kids crafts

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Happy 4th of July Berry Sweet Chair

July 4th, 2009 at 09:00am Under 4th of July+ Woodcraft+ summer

Happy 4th of July! Let’s celebrate this patriotic day we’ve all been waiting for. The weather is great and hopefully the fireworks will be too. Enjoy your bbq during the day and your bonfire at night. I know it’s a blast having these get togethers, but don’t forget about the kids. They want to have [...]

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Great 4th of July Craft Ideas and Recipes

June 25th, 2009 at 08:15am Under 4th of July

Next weekend is going to be here before you know it. You’re hosting a party and you have no idea what decorations to put up, what invitations to whip together and what food you’re going to make for everyone. Well stop panicking. We’re here to help you. Check out this 4th of July eBook we’ve [...]

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Turn Old Tin Cans into Picnic Helpers

June 12th, 2009 at 05:00am Under 4th of July+ Green Crafting

With the warm weather, everyone wants to be eating al fresco. You can turn any BBQ or picnic into a comfortable event with these handy little Picnic Helpers from Rachel Griffith of P.S. I Quilt. All you need are some empty aluminum cans and fabric scraps to create cute little containers for napkins, forks and [...]

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It’s a GRAND Old Flag!

June 10th, 2009 at 08:43am Under 4th of July

How I miss all things America living abroad! I’m really looking forward to my trip back home to Indiana in a week. Getting me in the patriotic spirit for 4th of July, Becca Rowberry of Nap Time Journal sent over this awesome 4th of July craft project for making your very own American flag with [...]

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