July 4th/Memorial Day/BBQ

Free Printable 4th of July Trivia

I love the Fourth of July! Maybe it's because my husband is in the military. Maybe it's because I'm a history major and love the story of our country so much. I used that historical knowledge to whip up some free printable 4th of July trivia for you. So have some hot dogs (one of the trivia questions is how... Read More

Free Printable Fourth of July Coloring Pages: 4 Designs

Fourth of July Coloring Pages in four different designs! I love coloring. I still feel silly saying that. An adult who loves coloring. But it's a great way to enjoy a few minutes. While I stick with coloring pretty little blessing cards and sending them to family, I decided to make these. [The link for the cards is an affiliate... Read More

Patriotic Pretzels: Sweet & Salty Fourth of July Snack

Looking for an easy-to-make snack that looks great for the Fourth of July? Try out these Patriotic Pretzels! Sweet, salty, crunchy, and delicious. I tried out every combination of sparkles and colored chocolates...but my favorites were definitely the blue sparkles on the blue chocolate, red sparkles on red chocolate, and clear sparkles on the white chocolate. Which do you like... Read More

Free Printable Fourth of July Wall Art: 4 Designs

It's almost the 4th of July! I love the Fourth. Fireworks, patriotism, ice cream. Well, I guess ice cream is an year-round type of thing. To celebrate the Fourth, I created new free printable Fourth of July wall art. Though I slip mine in the front of my planner to change things up as well as hanging it on the... Read More

Southern Style Barbecue Baked Beans with Bacon

I grew up with the Midwestern version of baked beans. Which is a couple cans of Pork and Beans, brown sugar, ketchup, maybe a dash a Worcestershire sauce. Which are okay. I liked them. I always grabbed some when they were on the buffet. Then, as an adult, my mother-in-law made these delicious Barbecue Baked Beans. I did some research... Read More

Free Printable 4th of July Scavenger Hunts: 2 Different Types

Trying to grill, set out the food, not die from heat-stroke. And keep the kids corralled while you do all of the above. Yep, there’s the definition of a summer. Here’s a way to keep them busy. I have two different free printable 4th of July scavenger hunts below. Unlike previous holidays, these aren’t the “follow the trail of clues”-type... Read More

Patriotic No-Bake Cheesecake: Red, White, & Blue

This dessert wanders around under different names. Patriotic No-Bake Cheesecake is my name. The top is often decorated in a flag-shape (instead of my alternating lines) and called Wave Your Flag Cheesecake. I use alternating lines because that way everyone gets strawberries AND blueberries in every bite! I've also added blueberry jell-o to the original recipe. Yes, I dared to... Read More

Free Printable 4th of July Patriotic Bingo

I love the 4th of July. Not sure if it's my husband being in the military, the fireworks, or the tradition of grilling every year. (Okay, it's probably the fireworks.) Get-togethers with friends and family are another part of the holiday. Whether you're looking for a fun activity for adults or something for the kids, patriotic bingo fits the bill.... Read More

Free Printable 4th of July Favor Tags

I love the 4th of July. Don't know if it's the fact husband is military, the beautiful fireworks, or the whole 'patriotic feelings' thing. I also like the food. And parties. And pretty displays. Hence, the following free printable favor tags. There are 6 different designs. Most commonly used to tie on favor bags- I have blank ones if you... Read More

Bacon Bourbon BBQ Chicken & Pork Kebabs

When I first found this concept, I said “mmmm…bacon on chicken...okay”. Then I said "bourbon?!" I decided “Why stop with chicken?” So I grabbed chicken, steak, and pork, and tried them all out. And we arrive at Bacon Bourbon BBQ Chicken, Pork, and Steak Kebabs. Verdict: I thought the chicken was best. Husband liked the pork best. The steak was... Read More