We had a very fun and full 4th of July. Starting at the local parade. It's quite convenient that the parade in our city also happens to be the largest 4th of July parade in the state of Texas. Over 120 entries. Here is Littlest at the parade, trying to get as close as possibleWe got a a flyover of WWII planes at the paradeOur state senator, Wendy Davis, was there (thanks to my middle … [Read more...]
Happy 4th of July
I'll be spending today celebrating the 4th of July. via Taking in a parade. Spending time with friends and family. Eating good food. via Happy 4th of July! … [Read more...]
Patriotic Paper Fireworks
I can't set off any actual fireworks in the city where I live, but I can decorate with these paper fireworks!The paper fireworks are each attached to wooden skewers. Then placed in a mason jar filled with dry white beans.I love how the three different paper patterns all look together. Are you decorating for the 4th of July? … [Read more...]
Patriotic Crochet Stars
The 4th of July isn't always a holiday I decorate for. But I had wanted to make some crochet stars (here) at Christmas, and never got around to it. I decided to make them in red, white, and blue for the 4th of July instead. I just love how this came together If you haven't already, be sure to follow Julie is Coco and Cocoa via Bloglovin'. Google Reader will be going away at the … [Read more...]
Happy 4th!
The 4th of July is probably our favorite holiday around here. Last night our city did their fireworks show. There was a free concert and free bounce houses plus tons of other stuff (we watched a magic show). Then there were some spectacular fireworks. Sadly I didn't get any pictures because I was holding a sad baby (he was a little nervous).This morning was parade time! We got our traditional … [Read more...]