Entertain the kids at your 4th of July get together with this fun free printable 4th of July word search.
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4th of July Word Search – Fun Before Fireworks! (she: Liz)

For my family, get togethers either include the mountains or a pool. But I’ll take either. I also love doing fun activities with the kids for holidays to make special memories. Entertain the kids at your 4th of July get together with this fun free printable 4th of July word search.

bike parade
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Fourth of July Bike Parade (she: Darleen)

Happy Fourth of July! Do you have any exciting plans tomorrow? There is something extra special about festivities that happen around the Fourth of July. Well, this is Darleen from Darling Darleen, and at our house we go all out on this patriotic holiday. I make sure we are all donned in red, white and blue outfits…of course! When we lived in the Northeast we spent many 4th of July holidays in Boston and on the beaches in Cape Cod, attending the parade and fireworks show. Since living in the South, we’ve picked up a tradition that many of the neighborhoods do, which are bike parades! This was new to us, but we love the idea.
We love this because you can take your party on the go–whether hitting up your town’s annual parade or having a festive picnic at the park. Visit the dollar store or your local craft store just a few days prior to the 4th or better yet TODAY. They usually mark down holiday party items a couple days before the actual day. Pick up paper pinwheels, streamers, garland, flag picks and the inexpensive what-is-this-used-for items. Chances are most of it will look pretty darn good on an 8-year-old’s bike.

Sour Berry Fizz from Gina @ Kleinworth & Co. www.kleinworthco.com
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Sour Berry Fizz … the Perfect Poolside Drink (she: Gina)

Hi all! It’s Gina from Kleinworth & Co. Hope you all are having a wonderful summer so far. For many years we lived in the desert of Nevada & endured countless scorching summers. During that time we learned a thing or two about how to cool off when the temps keep creeping higher. When it gets hot I like to whip up something quick in the kitchen & then go find some shade to cool down. One of my favorites is this Sour Berry Fizz. Just a couple ingredients & 60 seconds in the blender & then kick your feet up & relax by the pool.
This was one drink we really loved to enjoy out on the back patio while having some pool time. I would whip up a double batch & keep the pitcher out with us by the pool for easy refills while we splashed the afternoon away.

Star Marshmallow Smore Treats by www.whatscookinwithruthie.com
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Star Marshmallow S’mores Treats ~ Perfect for the Fourth of July! (she: Ruthie)

Hi to all my friends at Or so She Says!

It’s Ruthie from What’s Cooking with Ruthie and I’m SO happy to be visiting again today. I’m just so thrilled that summer is finally here. Yippee!! Star Marshmallow S’mores Treats are the perfect way to celebrate. The kids will love to help make them and I can bet that everyone will love to eat them. They’re super easy to make and will be ready in no time at all.

Enjoy!

Super Easy Fourth of July Cupcakes

Super Easy Fourth of July Cupcakes

Hey there! It’s Mel from So Festive! So remember how I’m all about simple ways to celebrate? Today I’m sharing an easy Fourth of July flag cake that you can whip up in an hour. Seriously. First, make your favorite kind of cupcakes. Then frost them with your favorite frosting. You can find a delicious homemade frosting recipe here, just omitting the cocoa.

Keep reading to find out how to easily take your patriotic celebrations up a notch! (… a delicious notch!)

Patriotic Table Runner Tutorial
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Patriotic Table Runner Tutorial (she: Holly)

Hi Everyone, I’m Holly from Bits of Everything and I am a new contributor here on ‘Or so she says’. I love doing all kinds projects. Photography, sewing, recipes, printables, crafts, and more. I like trying new things, so you really do get ‘bits of everything’ from me. My favorite hobby right now is quilting, but it changes after a while. I have an amazing husband and three great kids and we are so ready for summer!
I’m so excited to be here today to show you my new Patriotic Table Runner Tutorial. I have table runners for several other holidays, but not a good one for the 4th of July. It was time to fix that. Let’s get making a table runner!

Patriotic Picture Frame_createandbabble.com
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Patriotic Painted Picture Frame {with a printable} (she: Jeanie)

Have you seen these cute wooden frames at Michaels? I spotted them the other day as I was headed to the check-out line. What caught my eye was the price: $1. Yes, one dollar! I grabbed a couple. My crafty mind was spinning thinking of all the ways I could decorate and use these frames: paint, vinyl, stickers, mod podge, washi tape….. Now I have to go back for more!

Since today is Memorial Day, I wanted to make a patriotic frame…

How to Make Foam Swords & 4th of July Booth UPDATE ~
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How to Make Foam Swords & 4th of July Booth UPDATE ~

Alright, so I recently shared with you how to make marshmallow guns.  The kids and I made them for their 4th of July booth.  But, we also made foam swords (out of those swimming noodles).  They were a big hit!  From the little kids to the grown men, their were battles raging everywhere!   Here’s…

Sending Packages to Soldiers ~ Perfect Fourth of July Tradition!
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Sending Packages to Soldiers ~ Perfect Fourth of July Tradition!

My kids have putting so much time and energy into making their marshmallow guns for the Fourth of July booth.  But, it’s still important to me that they take the time to think about this blessed country that we live in and realize what people have gone through (and continue to go through) to ensure…

How To Make A Marshmallow Gun & Our 4th of July Booth!!
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How To Make A Marshmallow Gun & Our 4th of July Booth!!

I’ve been excited to share this post with you!  I’ve had several emails asking about how our Fourth of July booth went last year (The Perfect Summer Project for Kids).  It was SO fun!  The kids worked so hard to get all of their stuff ready to sell.  We made most things, other things we…