Happy July 4th- Our Dinner For 2 Tablescape

Happy July 4th

We are having a quiet peaceful relaxing day just the two of us.

 

Ribs prepped and ready for smoker.  That's the Cowboys job.

So

 I've set the table for just two

Please forgive my photo's aren't pretty or fancy.  My computer won't support editing programs.  Just pretend they are all fancy and pretty!

Looking into the dining area from the living space.  The area is too tiny to have all 4 chairs so one sits in the corner.  Notice the sides of the table are down.  It's normally pushed to the left against the shelve so I can walk past into the kitchen.

I had to share a close up of the lone Zinnia from my garden. 

I picked it a few days ago.  It's pink but it's pretty and I love it.

Yep that's me!  Ignore that part please.  I was trying to show you the plates.  I think I got them at Kohl's back in the day.  I love them.

A better shot of me. HeHe.

A close up of the shelf at the end.  I wanted to share the flowers that my DIL brought me when the visited in early June.  She knows I love to decorate seasonally so she shops with me in mind.  The tiny chair is for a fairy garden she expects me to plant.  Hmmm.

A close up of the glasses I saw at Big Lots on clearance last  year.  I loved them it's hard to see but there are stars in the glass!

Oh poo...yes that is a sticker showing on the pot.  Here is my excuse I have to take photo's on my phone upload to a closed board on pinterest and then copy and paste.  The only way I can get it to work.  No real way to crop or edit and it takes a long time to upload because our inter net so slow.   

On last shot to share with you one of my patriotic quilts.  I made in the late 90's  I love this little quilt.  It fits nicely on the back of the couch.   

Well that's the table.  

And the menu is . . . 

Jalapeno Poppers  and Shrimp Martini's for appetizers

and pickles I made from my cucumbers!

Main Course - Ribs, Deviled Eggs, Coleslaw and Fries

Dessert hmmm oh doesn't chocolate sound good.

I must bake!

Linking at all my favorite places

Our Holiday Journey,  The Art of Homemaking,  Dagmar's House,

Motivate Me Monday,  Create With Joy, Share Your Cup,

Grammy's Grid,  Share It One More Time, Saturday Sparks

Simple Sunday--July 4th Edition

             Have a Good Day and a Safe Holiday

My Friday post on Saturday--Last Minute July 4th Decorations

A little late.  But worth the wait.  Sharing some of my favorite 
July 4th ideas/decoration posts. 

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A few great ideas.  I hope your inspired to have a festive 4th!

I'd love to read your comments.  Blogger/Google has taken my comments option away.  Please visit my poll on the sidebar! 

                                Happy July 4th

Patriotic Animals

Welcome to my annual Saturday Patriotic Critters.  Ever year 
around the 4th I search for the cutest festively dressed Critters around.  

Here are a few of my favorites . . . 

                            
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           Have a safe and Happy 4th
Linking with Eileen's Camera Critters,  Camera Critters, Wordless Wednesday,  Blue Monday
and Create With Joy

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Desserts For The 4th

Whether your planning an outdoor party or picnic or something 
indoors I've got a few ideas to share. 

Let's get started! 

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Starting with the super simple.  No need really even for a recipe. 
But check out Michelle's blog her photo tutorial is great.  A fun place to visit. 

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Jodie at Mum's the Word came up with the recipe for these
fun and festive cookies.  Using red hot oil and a cake mix.
Read her post she shares her experience developing this recipe.
   
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Cherry Cola Slab Pie . . . 
Doesn't it sound and look just yummy.  Heather at Sugar Dish Me
suggests Sweet Cream Apple Butter Ice Cream as a topping. 


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I can't believe I've never made one of these.  I need one of those gorgeous bowls!  Do you have one?  There's still time to search one out to make this super simple and pretty dessert.  

Do you have Brownie lovers among your party guests?

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Here's one more idea.  Super fun not so simple but worth the effort I think . . . 
                                 
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                              I know our silly boy will love these!

Thanks for stopping in. I hope you've seen some fun new ideas to make your 4th fun, festive and memorable!  

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Joining a new linky part at Clebrate Your Story and linking at a few regular parties.  Check my list on my parties page.

Wednesday Edition-Count Down To The 4th

Welcome to Count Down To 4th 
Today I planned some decorating ideas but before we get started 
I wanted to share this . . . 
 There are some cool tips here

Next on with some great decorating ideas . . . 
                       Got a worn chair.  Grab some paint and make it Patriotic!  (there was no link on this Pin) I'd love one!

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Got any jars laying around.  I have some from Pasta sauce.  I use them for left overs.  What a cute and simple idea for the 4th!

Time is  'a tickin' maybe we don't have time to paint.  How about this cool idea . . . 

 Click here to visit Debbie at Confessions of a Plate Addict she has some great ideas.  

Here's a little of my decorating the rice paper lanterns are from 
Dollar Tree.  They are like 3 years old.  I use inside.  They have battery twinkle lights.  This year I added the flags and the flag wands from Big Lots.  Makes a nice little display I think.
I took this photo after our Memorial Day dinner.  Missing a few glasses.  I guess I should have tidied up. HeHe.


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Gorgeous and super simple if you can still find Petunia's at your garden center!

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Why didn't I think of this?  I am so going to do this.  My grandson will be over on Thursday.  We can deck the balcony rail and make it Patriotic and Festive and Frugal!

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          Oh my goodness.  Another project for Thursday!

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How about a super simple idea for a photo booth.  These are made with ribbons and fabric but I've seen them done with the Dollar Tree plastic table clothes.  Super cool idea.  Be sure and visit the source for the 'How To'.

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Save those pool noodles. There are some great ideas on this site!

Are you inspired?  I'd love to see your ideas!  Leave me a comment let me know which idea you want to try!  

Come back tomorrow for Dessert!  And a surprise!  See you then!

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Let's Have A Party--Appitizers for the 4th

Welcome to day 2 of our Count Down To The 4th.

Let's serve a few appitizers for our party. Let's start with super simple . . . 

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What a great idea.  Super simple!  Who doesn't like cheese?

 How about a little pantry salsa to go with those Blue Corn Chips.

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I made this salsa recipe a few weeks ago.  It was really good. It makes alot so I cut the recipe in half.  I just dumped all the ingredients in the blender and chopped away.  We really enjoyed it.

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Another super simple idea.  Great for those frozen meatballs.  Grab some puff pastry and a star cookie cutter and you have a fancy looking yummy treat!
                                                    
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A little more work.  These can be whipped up in 20 minutes.  

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Who doesn't like a deviled egg?  Especially a blue or red one?

Super simple.  Grab a couple of boxes of these from your groceries freezer section.  Run out to Hobby Lobby for a package of flags. And your ready for a great party!  Fast and simple.  
If you have time you can buy crescent rolls and little smookies 
and make your own!  

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Simple and yummy.  And healthy.  Grab the kids to help you.  They'll love lining up the veggies into a Flag.  


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There are some really great ideas on Pinterest.  Just search July 4th.

Join me tomorrow for a few ideas for ideas for fast and simple decorations.  

Linking with:   The Art of Homemaking, Create With Joy, Share The Joy,   Show and Share,
 No Place Like Home, Tuesday's At Our Home, Inspire Me Tuesday, Love It Tuesday @ Kathe With an E, Tuesday With a Twist, Share Your Cup, and Katherine's Corner