So starts the season of red, white & blue,

we've gathered ideas & projects from us to you

to carry the theme from May all the way thru...

Patriotic Ideas & Projects

Let's start at the front door with Ann of On Sutton Place.  

Ann is a master of the wreath as you can see.  Her front door and porch welcome visitors & the season while decked out in tasteful red, white & blue.

Inside you can add an all American favorite the Mason jar!  Not just regular Mason jars, but American Flag jars by Rachel of Maison de Pax.

This trio can be front & center in your home all season long.

Having guests for a summer dinner party? Set the table like Shirley of Housepitality Designs.  

Love how Shirley incorporated sunflowers & that everyone got a goodie box!

How about for dessert something that goes hand in hand with America the beautiful - Apple Pie.  

Apple Hand Pies to be exact.  These from Vanessa & Heather of At The Picket Fence can even be carried outside to the watch the fireworks!

Party a success & friends decide to stay the night?  Don't be caught with your flags down - have your guest room decked out in patriotic flair like Kim of Savvy Southern Style!  

Aren't the flags in the ironstone pitcher simply perfect?  This is something you could do way ahead of time, unlike flowers.

Not hosting, but being hosted?  Whip up a few webbing wine bags by me, My Soulful Home.  That way, you'll have a hostess gift at the ready for all your summer socializing.  

Not wine drinkers ~ add a bottle of estate olive oil or aged balsamic vinegar.  Always a welcome gift.

Click on thru to each of the blogs to get the tutorials, recipe & more inspiration for celebrating and decorating from Memorial day to Labor Day!  

What is your favorite way to celebrate in the summer?

** Kelly **