Welcome to the All Things Creative Party-the Patriotic Edition! Here we are near the end of June, and our thoughts are turning to how we’re gonna celebrate America’s birthday. Here at the Crossroads, we’re ready with our patriotic fans and our flag flying high. We love our country and are proud to display it.
We are not so naive to think our country is perfect but are grateful for all our blessings and freedoms that we do have. Being a citizen of this country is a privilege and we try to repay the sacrifices others have made to ensure our freedom by volunteering in our community.
Recently we saw a quote on a sign at a local business. It said, “Promote what you love instead of bashing what you hate.” What a great reminder to not get caught up in finding the faults of our nation but to work instead toward a more perfect union!
So we’re promoting pride in our country, especially as we celebrate our nation’s birthday! And my team of bloggers has gathered over 50 ideas of ways you can express your patriotism on July 4th.
I’m so proud to work with the these incredibly talented and creative ladies. They are from left to right: Maryann from Domestically Speaking, Claire from A Little Claireification, Debbie from Debbiedoo’s, Jacque from The DIY Village, Dawn from Creative Cain Cabin, Melissa from The Happier Homemaker, Julie from Redhead Can Decorate, Ann from On Sutton Place, little ‘ole me, and Vanessa from Tried & True.
I’ve been adding patriotic touches to our porch this year so I linked up that post, in case you missed it. Every time I see this little owl, I just smile.
And here’s last year’s Fourth of July burlap wreath and door display. The grapevine garland around the front door has been decorated for many holidays and seasons now. I see no reason to take it down since I can change it up from season to season.
Here’s a quick and easy patriotic dessert in a jar that you can make a day ahead and pass around on the 4th. Yummy!
Last year I created this patriotic printable for July 4 which can be downloaded and printed to use in your decorating this year. I’m planning to paint an old frame red and sticking this inside as part of my holiday decor but don’t let that limit you. There are so many ways you can use these free printables.
This free printable for July can be given to that special someone!
There’s lots of inspiration linked up below to help you celebrate July 4th! Hope you can do the great American neighborly thing and visit all these ladies. Tell them I sent you! (Wink, wink!)
You always have the best ideas – I am in LOVE with this month’s collection!! xo
I love your little owl, every once in awhile we come across a piece that just makes us smile all the time. Many years ago, my little boys gave me a crazy heart shaped little teapot with the silliest grin on it’s face. To this day, I keep pennies in it and every time I add a penny or two, I smile and my heart becomes just as full as the day I received it from the boys. I love that!! Blessings, Cindy
What a great post for the 4th, and I am going to remember the quote about praising instead of bashing… how true!
I love your dessert in the jar… so pretty! Have a happy 4th!
Thanks for sharing, Jane! I loved your cottage tour over at My Front Porch to Yours, as well. That photo of you should be framed! I must say though…my favorite favorite are Lucy, Rascal, & Henry. Sylvia agreed! 😉