Ever since making my Hibiscus Margarita , I've been obsessing over new ways to include Hibiscus in other recipes. I know that iced tea is not necessarily a groundbreaking recipe to use hibiscus in, but since summer's here, I'm sharing another tasty beverage that you can whip up in no time to refresh your taste buds! This hibiscus iced tea is also super pretty, and the ideal drink to serve to the whole family at your 4th of July celebrations!

Summer rhymes with BBQ and eating outdoors, so we've been cooking most of our evening meals on the BBQ this summer. It's a bliss not to have the oven on inside the house, and somehow, food just tastes so much better al-fresco, don't you think? So a few weeks ago, we decide on a baked version of the classic shrimp boil. But because it's cooked on a sheet pan on the barbecue...we called it BBQ shrimp. 

I'm so excited to share my latest layer cake creation with you guys, in time for the 4th of July!  This red white and blue patriotic 4th of July cake was inspired by fireworks, and so I think it's safe to say more is more in this case? 😁 It's a vanilla sponge layer cake in red, white and blue on the inside and out, and covered in a vanilla American buttercream, drenched in patriotic sprinkles and fun swirls on the top! What's not to love?!

If you're looking for easy, inexpensive but oh-so pretty decor idea or craft for your 4th of July party, then this post is for you! These  DIY Origami 3-D Paper Stars are one of my favorite DIY craft projects ever! They're SO easy to make, even the kids can help!  Plus, you can vary the star sizes, paper colors and patterns to create a truly stunning display to decorate your home, porch, classroom or party backdrops!

Photo source How's the 4th of July already next week?! 😯 Time sure flies, and there's nothing better than quick and easy DIY crafts, decor and party treats to help us get into the patriotic, festive spirits with style and ease! So here are a few hand-picked Pinterest favorites that have inspired me this week. Hope you too feel inspired for your own red, white and blue celebrations!

4th of July is 'round the corner and if you need an easy, tasty and quick to make NO-BAKE recipe , then this is IT! This red, white and blue summer berries parfait is just parfait!  😊 It uses all seasonal fruits, but you could also change up the flavor combos to suit your taste or occasion. For the 4th of July celebrations, we had to go with red, white and blue berries for the patriotic touch, of course!

Whatever you have planned for your Memorial Day weekend, there's bound to be some sipping going on at some point. So we're rounded up our fav must-try cocktails for Memorial Day weekend .  There's something for everyone - kids, adults, non-alcoholic cocktails...so take your pick and enjoy the festivities! Cheers! :)

If you're looking for an easy but show-stopping recipe for your Memorial Day celebrations, potluck, BBQ...then we've got your back! This white chocolate and fruit tart is as quick as make as it is to eat, and it doesn't hurt that it looks SO pretty in its patriotic red, white and blue colors, am I right?! ;)

Disclosure:  This post is sponsored by The Coca-Cola Company, and I may have received goods and/or compensation for it, but all opinions are my own.  As you probably know, I love cupcakes. Baking AND eating them. So for my 4th of July party with Coca-Cola® , I combined my love of the drink with my fave go-to recipe for a super moist, fluffy and scrumptious 4th of July Stars and Stripes chocolate cupcake .

Fourth of July is 'round the corner, and today we've teamed up with Coca-Cola® again as part of our summer #ShareaCokeContest , and  to bring you some fun ideas for your Independence Day celebrations! If you didn't see our first Coca-Cola® summer post, you can check it out here . There's pulled pork involved. Oh, yeah! ;)

Hey party-lovers, just finished our 4th of July shoot, and I can't wait to show you!! But today, I'm joining Clinton Kelly again to share a super fun but mega EASY 4th of July party photo booth idea I created for the event! And anything that involves giant balloons is a winner in my party book ;)

Marshmallows are perfect for any occasion. It's a well known fact (trust). So when the fabulously creative Meaghan from The Decorated Cookie  sent me this patriot red, white and blue Marshmallow recipe for Bird's Party Magazine , I knew she was onto a winner! They look awesome, don't they?! Plus, are super quick and easy to make, and you could even set up a Marshmallow Bar at your 4th of July Party  with all the ingredients, and get guests having fun making their own pops -  A sweet treat that doubles as party activity too?! Score!! ;)