Photographer Jennifer Valencia gives detailed steps on how you can take photos of sparklers for July 4th, and also capture the face of the person holding them. She addresses all the preparatory steps you need to take, as well … Read More ...
DIY Kid Friendly Faux Sparklers for July 4th
If you’re looking for a safer alternative for the little ones, these two ideas for faux sparklers are just the thing! Now even the tiniest tots can wave along with everyone on July 4th. Click the links below to get … Read More ...
4th of July Idea | Host a Kids Bicycle Parade
Here’s a fun idea for the 4th of July that you can do with the neighborhood kids: a bicycle parade! Invite other families to have their kids decorate their bikes, scooters etc. and parade around the neighborhood. You can use … Read More ...
Tutorial | Photographing Sparklers
Got sparklers for July 4th? Then you need this tutorial on taking photographs of them. Along with the sparklers you will need a camera with a manual setting, a tripod, flashlight, and some adult assistants – this isn’t one for … Read More ...
5 Craft Ideas and Free Printables for July 4th
1. Make 4th of July rockets with your kids using these instructions from PBS
2. Print out and make these July 4th pinwheels, using the freebie and instructions from Lia Griffith.
3. Decorate your July 4th cupcakes with these … Read More ...
Tutorial | Watercolor Bunting for July 4th
Make this sweet striped bunting for your July 4th celebrations using watercolors. Add some sequined ribbon for some extra shine! Click here to go to the tutorial from The Sweetest Occasion.
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Tutorial | Glitter and Gold Minibook
Make a glittery and gold mini-book using this technique by Caroline at {homework}. She used notecards for the pages, and explains how you can make one even if you don’t have notecards on hand. Then she glittered up the … Read More ...
Tutorial | Washi Tape Popsicle Cards
Make and send these cute popsicle cards using cardstock, craft sticks and washi tape. Send to friends as a sunny summer greeting! Click here to go to the tutorial on Omiyage.
… Read More ...Tutorial | DIY Color Mists from Acrylic Paint
Melissa Stinson aka The Scrappy Jedi shares her technique for making color mists from scratch using acrylic paints. She walks you through the steps she took, and adds lots of tips and tricks for making sure you can successfully … Read More ...
Freebie & Tutorial | Matchbox Covers for July 4th
Planning on lighting fireworks or sparklers this year for July 4th? Pretty up your matchboxes with this free printable plus tutorial from Almost Makes Perfect. Get 3 x four designs on one printable sheet and decorate a dozen matchboxes. Click … Read More ...
DIY Tutorial | Make Your Own Craft Sheet
Tiare Smith from iClassyGirl shows you in this short video tutorial, how you can make your own non-stick craft sheet using three household items. If you like to try artsy techniques like painting, inking and misting, you need one of … Read More ...
Tutorial | Easy Fourth of July Starburst Craft
Make this quick and simple starburst for your July 4th decor using straws, cardboard, and other crafting supplies like paint and stencils. Get the complete supply list, and the directions over at Christina’s Adventures.
… Read More ...Tutorial | DIY Cardboard Photo Frame for Father’s Day
Here’s a great gift idea: a photo frame you make yourself. Place some special photos in it, and gift it for Father’s Day. You can get all the instructions from Ama at Ohoh Blog.
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Tutorial | Folded Paper Bow-Tie for Father’s Day Cards & Gifts
This intricately folded paper bow-tie would be a nice way to accent cards and gifts this Father’s Day. You can download the free PDF from Justina Yang at Where Pretty meets Techy. According to her it is not … Read More ...
Tutorial & Template | DIY Paper Orchids
Learn how to make these gorgeous paper orchids using the free printable template and directions from Lia Griffith. Use them as gift toppers, in paper bouquets or on scrapbook pages or other paper crafting projects. Click here to go to … Read More ...