Mint Juleps, Magnolias & Pearls: May 2018

May 23, 2018

PATRIOTIC Entertaining
RED, WHITE & BLUE!
CUTE way to serve up sliders for 4th of July!:

...PATRIOTIC ENTERTAINING IDEAS...
        Whether it's a Political Event,
          Holiday Party at home, or
         a Public Community Event,
     Patriotic Entertaining Ideas
    is always a great site for reference.
All American:

...From Decoration Ideas...
flag buntings, love these:

Front Porch – 4th of July Decorating Ideas -Tutorials, including this DIY flag bunting from Sophie's World.:

http://www.thebudgetdecorator.com/front-porch-4th-of-july-decorating-ideas/
All American Summer Porch:

Star-spangled paper fans bring any space to life for a 4th of July party!:

Red, White and Blue Pom Pom Garland - 21 Superpatriotic DIY Memorial Day Party Decorations | GleamItUp:

Get the kids into the Holiday Party Fun
by making this cute Patriotic Windsock
with Crepe Paper Streamers!
Need something for the kiddos to do this 4th of July? Let them make streamers to help decorate!:

Need something for the kiddos to do this 4th of July? Let them make streamers to help decorate!:

This is another fun kids idea from http://www.yourhomebasedmom.com/finding-the-pretty-delicious-linky-party-21/
Fourth Of July Craft:: Patriotic Paper Chain, a Free Download by Love The Day:

Fourth Of July Craft:: Patriotic Paper Chain, a Free Download by Love The Day:

....PATRIOTIC TABLE SETTINGS...
I love this adorable, but easy,
Patriotic Picnic Crate!
July 4th party:

http://www.favecrafts.com/Fourth-of-July/Fourth-of-July-Picnic-Crate
This is a great PATRIOTIC Table setting from Stonegable @http://www.stonegableblog.com/memorial-day-table/
4th of July Celebration ideas:

...PATRIOTIC FOOD IDEAS...
Red White and Blue Popsicles made with fresh strawberries, blueberries, yogurt & honey:

...DIY Firecracker Hotdogs...
Get ready for Fourth of July with these adorable firecracker hot dogs that are pretty much giant pigs in a blanket. They're party perfect and make for a great addition to any grilling spread.:

Get ready for Fourth of July with these adorable firecracker hot dogs that are pretty much giant pigs in a blanket. They're party perfect and make for a great addition to any grilling spread.:

Vintage Americana 4th of July Party by Lisa Frank + Lia Griffith: hot dogs wrapped in brown coffee filters/patterned papers/twine with mini gingham jars of ketchup || kraft paper chip bags: tutorial at liagriffith.com:

Best quick party idea : Put together an ultimate Hot Dog Bar with this complete shopping list. Free Printable Grocery List. Backyard BBQ Hot Dog Party. Easy party idea. #StartYourGrill #Cbias #Shop:

bbq hot dog bar, super easy dinner or just ongoing food at the reception for people who get the munchies :):

Fun, Yummy Patriotic Foods & Table Décor
from our friends at Party City...
7 Perfect 4th of July Party Food Ideas - Party City:

http://www.partycity.com/category/party+ideas/holiday/4th+of+july/food+drink.do

Great FREE PATRIOTIC Party Printables @http://amandaparkerandfamily.blogspot.com/2012/06/free-july-4th-printables-set.html
Amandas Parties To Go: FREE July 4th printables!:

Amandas Parties To Go: FREE July 4th printables!:

What's more Holiday Fun than this...
Blue Bell Ice Cream & Cherry Pie! Homemade Mini Cherry Pies with Blue Bell Ice Cream http://mylitter.com/recipes/homemade-mini-cherry-pies-with-blue-bell-ice-cream/:

Homemade Mini Cherry Pies with Blue Bell Ice Cream http://mylitter.com/recipes/homemade-mini-cherry-pies-with-blue-bell-ice-cream/:

http://mylitter.com/recipes/homemade-mini-cherry-pies-with-blue-bell-ice-cream/#_a5y_p=708480
...PATRIOTIC BEVERAGE IDEAS...
A Vintage Fourth Of July Celebration:

https://liagriffith.com/a-diy-vintage-fourth-of-july-celebration/
4th of July Printable Water Water Bottle Wraps from @Jess Pearl Liu Kielman {Mom 4 Real}. Perfect for your patriotic party! #printables #4thofJuly:

4th of July Printable Water Water Bottle Wraps from @Jess Pearl Liu Kielman {Mom 4 Real}. Perfect for your patriotic party! #printables #4thofJuly:

http://www.mom4real.com/free-printable-4th-of-july-water-bottle-label-wraps/#comment-12266
82 Cute Drink Stations That Are Ready To Party:

Red White and Blue Sangria Recipe by DIY Ready at http://diyready.com/4th-of-july-recipes-and-party-ideas/:

4th of July Party Drinks & Cocktail Ideas - Party City:

...??HOW MUCH?? REFERENCE CHART...
Our guide for hosting a large BBQ is great for graduations, rehearsal dinners and more! #DIY #BackyardBBQ::

Throw a great party for the 4th of July or Memorial Day with these themed ideas for food and treats!:

        HAVE A HAPPY & SAFE
         PATRIOTIC HOLIDAY!
YOU CAN ALSO JOIN ME ON MY
"PATRIOTIC ENTERTAINING"
PINTREST BOARD, AS WE PLAN
FOR PATRIOTIC OCCASIONS!
https://www.pinterest.com/mintjulepsmagno/patriotic-entertaining/
      THANKS FOR JOINING ME!
                      Blessings,
                             Margie