Three cheers for the red, white, blue and handmade. Or is that four cheers.

Call me sappy but I love the idea of getting all festive for the Fourth of July. And I really love the idea of doing it in a way that doesn't involve my children blowing something up. So sign me up for giant watermelon slices, sparklers …

Three cheers for the red, white, blue and handmade. Or is that four cheers.
Call me sappy but I love the idea of getting all festive for the Fourth of July. And I really love the idea of doing it in a way that doesn't involve my children blowing something up.
So sign me up for giant watermelon slices, sparklers on the cupcakes, and this sweet handmade July 4 fabric garland from Sparkle Power. As far as 4th of July decorations go, I just love the combination of pretty fabrics, and how the dots, flowers and plaids stay with the traditional flag palate, but make everything just a little more modern and fresh.

Unlike crepe paper and balloons, you can use your garland again every year. I like to think of eco-mindfulness as my patriotic duty. -Liz

Find beautiful handmade party garlands and more at Sparkle Power on Etsy.

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