With the 4th of July only a few days away, I thought it would be fun to compile a blog post filled with everything you need to make the most out of your day! The 4th has always been one of my favorite holidays – it’s a chance to plan some fun activities, spend time with friends and family, and most importantly, celebrate America!
Thank you to everyone who submitted your suggestions to my question box on Instagram regarding what you would like to see featured in this post – I hope you enjoy!
Outfit Ideas
A couple of classic, patriotic looks to show your American pride! These red, white, and blue pieces are perfect to wear all summer long.
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Fun Ways to Spend the Day
- Spend a day in the sun at the beach or pool
- Head to the golf course and play a quick 9-hole game
- Host a barbecue with your favorite lawn games such as Corn Hole, Kan Jam, Spike Ball, etc.
- Get a group of friends together to grab ice cream and watch the local fireworks
- Sparklers are always fun! They make for some pretty cool pictures as well!
- Bake a fun, patriotic-themed treat
Easy Recipe Ideas
Quick & easy appetizers to share at a BBQ! I adapted these recipes from the Magnolia Table cookbook but they are SO delicious, take only 10-15 minutes, and would be the perfect crowd-pleasers for a summer gathering:
Peach Caprese Platter
What You’ll Need:
- 1/2 cup of White Balsamic Vinegar
- 1/4 cup of Olive Oil
- 4 Peaches, chilled
- 8oz ball of Mozzarella
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- 1 tsp each Salt & Pepper
Steps:
- Combine vinegar and olive oil and chill in the fridge
- Slice peaches and mozzarella cheese
- Arrange on a platter
- Scatter basil leaves and drizzle the chilled dressing on top
- Sprinkle salt & pepper over top before serving
Homemade Guacamole
What You’ll Need:
- 4 ripe avocados
- 1 tomato, diced
- 2-3 tbsp red onion, to taste
- 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime, to taste
- Salt & Pepper
Steps:
- Spoon Avocados into a large bowl and mash with a fork
- Add tomato, onion, cilantro, and 1/4 tsp of salt and pepper
- Stir until combined, adding more lime juice, salt, and pepper as needed
- Serve with your favorite tortilla chips
Thank you so much for reading! If you decide to try either of the recipes or re-create one of the outfits, definitely send me a picture so I can see – I hope you have a fantastic 4th of July!
