Matt and Shari » Fourth Of July http://mattandshari.com Real Decorating for Real People Tue, 04 Jun 2019 21:50:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 You’ll Love These Patriotic Jell-O Recipes http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/you-ll-love-these-patriotic-jell-o-recipes/ http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/you-ll-love-these-patriotic-jell-o-recipes/#respond Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:04:07 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=3467 Everyone loves Jell-O so why not try these special recipes from the manufacturer – I did and was very satisfied! Patriotic Jell-O Recipes?  I know it sounds silly, but my family really does enjoy good old fashioned Jell-O!  About this time of the year I start seeing all the creative things you can do with Jell-O...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/you-ll-love-these-patriotic-jell-o-recipes/feed/ 0 Add 4th of July Flair to Baked Goods http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/add-4th-of-july-flair-to-baked-goods/ http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/add-4th-of-july-flair-to-baked-goods/#respond Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:04:07 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=5673 Cookies and brownies are 4th of July staples - spice them up with holiday decor and make them the hit of the party. I have a sugar cookie recipe that I love but I know that the store bought sugar cookie dough is certainly fast and easy.  In either case, if you are making sugar cookies...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/add-4th-of-july-flair-to-baked-goods/feed/ 0 Make Your Own Star Napkin Rings http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/make-your-own-star-napkin-rings/ http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/make-your-own-star-napkin-rings/#respond Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:41:26 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=3450 Napkin rings are nice added to your table setting and if you make them yourself you can save alot of money. I just love it when I can pull together a pretty table for a holiday or special occasion and know that though it looks like a million bucks, I didn’t have to break the...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/make-your-own-star-napkin-rings/feed/ 0 Try These Four Steps to Have a Perfect 4th http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/try-these-four-steps-to-have-a-perfect-4th/ http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/try-these-four-steps-to-have-a-perfect-4th/#respond Thu, 17 Jun 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=3424 Holidays can be a lot of work but if you concentrate on these four simple steps, you’ll be ready for a perfect 4th in no time! Remembering…playing…and eating…all while looking good!  It’s an easy four steps that you already do but this year let’s co-ordinate it a little bit.  You all know I love the...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/try-these-four-steps-to-have-a-perfect-4th/feed/ 0 You Can Make a Star Hot Pad and Napkins http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/you-can-make-a-star-hot-pad-and-napkins/ http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/you-can-make-a-star-hot-pad-and-napkins/#respond Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:45:44 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=1917 Grab a yard of holiday fabric and go to town with these simple instructions for holiday hot pads and napkins. Here’s an easy way to add a little 4th of July fun to your picnic table this year with a star shaped hot pad, or it could be a placemat, and some matching napkins. This...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/you-can-make-a-star-hot-pad-and-napkins/feed/ 0 Your 4th of July Table Needs Red, White and Blue http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/your-4th-of-july-table-needs-red-white-and-blue/ http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/your-4th-of-july-table-needs-red-white-and-blue/#respond Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:04:12 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=1901 Don’t go out and buy all sorts of decor when you have everything you need right in your own cupboards and closets. Interesting centerpieces can be inspiring, and this table setting gets most of its interest from the items sitting in the middle.  Tall things are always noticed, colorful items bring attention and regular household items...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/your-4th-of-july-table-needs-red-white-and-blue/feed/ 0 Create a 4th of July Ribbon Bouquet Centerpiece http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/create-a-4th-of-july-ribbon-bouquet-centerpiece/ http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/create-a-4th-of-july-ribbon-bouquet-centerpiece/#respond Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:04:12 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=5653 Looking for a dramatic centerpiece for this year’s 4th of July celebration?  Try this ribbon bouquet and create your own fireworks! This adorable little ribbon bouquet centerpiece can be on a dining table or even just set on your outdoor coffee table to spread the holiday cheer.  The ribbon flowers take just a few minutes to...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/create-a-4th-of-july-ribbon-bouquet-centerpiece/feed/ 0 How To Make a Patriotic 4th of July Wreath http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/how-to-make-a-patriotic-4th-of-july-wreath/ http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/how-to-make-a-patriotic-4th-of-july-wreath/#respond Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:04:12 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=5661 Nothing says 4th of July like our national flag, and this wreath displays them proudly but adds a bit of sparkel as well. This patriotic wreath was easy to pull together and I’ve used it as a wall hung wreath with the flags, without the flags and even as a centerpiece on a table! To...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/how-to-make-a-patriotic-4th-of-july-wreath/feed/ 0 Create a Star Studded 4th of July Table http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/create-a-star-studded-4th-of-july-table/ http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/create-a-star-studded-4th-of-july-table/#respond Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:04:12 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=5667 Stars hung from the chandelier are the hero in this inexpensive table decor, adding class to simple paper plates and paper napkins. This festive table setting gets it’s charm from layering and attention to detail. However, it isn’t complicated, it is put together with three easy pieces.  The center piece, number 1, is nothing more...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/create-a-star-studded-4th-of-july-table/feed/ 0 Use a Flag Theme for a 4th of July Table http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/use-a-flag-theme-for-a-4th-of-july-table/ http://mattandshari.com/holidays/fourth-of-july/use-a-flag-theme-for-a-4th-of-july-table/#respond Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:04:12 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=5670 This is the fastest 4th of July centerpiece idea around. Just grab a white vase, red tissue paper, a dozen flags and you’re done! A great centerpiece is a good start to a pretty holiday table.  For 4th of July, one of our more casual holidays, I like to keep things inexpensive, simple and quick.  Here’s a...

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