Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Let’s go back to the 90’s…when my family made matching patriotic t-shirts for the summer.  Here’s the proof…me and my two aunts on our June birthdays!  Love it!  🙂

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

I want to carry on the DIY patriotic shirts with my kids and nephews because it’s so fun!  Here is a shirt I made for my nephew by ironing freezer paper stars on a navy shirt, filling a water gun with bleach, and shooting the shirt.  Super easy!

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

I was born on Flag Day so I have always been a very patriotic kid and I LOVE the old Red, White, and Blue.  I gathered my favorite USA flag inspired crafts, recipes, and party ideas to make your summer star spangled fun!  Check the end of this post for a little giveaway from Tommy Nelson!

Click on the image to view the tutorial or recipe:

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

 

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

 

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Ok now for my giveaway for this Memorial Day Weekend, the book God Bless Our Country by Hannah C. Hall.  This book is perfect for summer and all of the fun patriotic holidays that are coming up!  Please enter the giveaway below and have a safe, wonderful weekend!

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Don’t forget to pin these ideas for your 4th of July barbecues!

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog

Patriotic Crafts, Recipe Ideas, Desserts, Party Ideas for 4th of July and Summer: Child at Heart Blog