4th of july party

3 Jul

starfruit cocktail garnishes

categories: 4th of july party, cocktail recipes, food and drinks, holiday ideas

Festive fruit garnishes are an easy way to add some 4th-of-July-flair to your Independence Day beverages. This simple carambola (starfruit) garnish a great example – and the perfect accent for your red and blue themed drinks!

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Read more → Posted on July 3rd, 2007 at 9:02am

29 Jun

July 4th favorites from Martha Stewart

categories: 4th of july party, holiday ideas

Looking for some weekend craft projects? Here are some of my favorite crafty July 4th entertaining ideas from Martha Stewart . How great do these napkins look?!
Clockwise from top left: ring tones napkin rings , easy sand candles , fourth of July votives , and can-do cans
{images from marthastewart.com}

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Read more → Posted on June 29th, 2007 at 12:41pm

29 Jun

4th of July – Star-Studded Centerpiece!

categories: 4th of july party, holiday ideas

If you’re on the lookout for July 4th decorating ideas – here’s a super quick & easy easy idea for a festive & modern star-themed centerpiece. You’ll need the following:
• foam stars: 4"-5" or larger (available at Michael’s or other craft supply stores)
• giant star craft punch (we used a 2.25" size)
• memo [...]

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Read more → Posted on June 29th, 2007 at 8:21am

29 Jun

Fun 4th of July Cocktails

categories: 4th of july party, cocktail recipes, food and drinks

The STAR Martini:• Start with a classic Blue Curacao Martini: – 3 oz vodka – 1/2 oz Blue Curacao liqueur – Dash of Angostura Bitters®• Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker, add ice, and shake well.• Strain the cocktail into a clear or blue martini glass rimmed with [...]

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Read more → Posted on June 29th, 2006 at 10:24pm