It’s one of my favorite weeks of the year, the one that celebrates the big birthday of our nation. I so love this celebration, it represents everything dear to my heart . . .
FREEDOM
BRAVERY
COURAGE
FAMILY TIME
GATHERING OF FRIENDS
AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
I’m stepping right into this celebration by wearing just a little of our national colors (red, white and blue) on my feet and adding some happy yellow.
If by chance you’ve been invited to a celebration or a BBQ this coming week here’s a quick and easy hostess gift idea.
*First find a perfect container. I chose this canvas style basket because I loved the versalitiy and color.
*Second think of a theme to go with. I decided to fill it with a lemonade theme.
*Third start adding your fun. I found an oversized mason jar with the perfect red lid (matching my container) and filled it with fresh lemons, some red and yellow napkins were tucked inside and then I filled a cellophane bag with sugar and tied it with a red and white ribbon. To top off the container I grabbed an old salad dressing bottle and filled it with a fresh sunflower, this just brought the whole package together. I printed off a homemade card with a fun saying about mixing lemons with sugar and tied it to the container.
By the way this was my hostess gift I shared with the adorable Jann, who hosted a local bloggers meet and greet last Saturday afternoon. This is the true benefits which come with blogging, when you can actually meet your virtual friends in person and become real true friends. You can check out some of the fun we had by clicking onto her link here.
As always my friends, thanks for dropping by. Are you planning any fun activities this week?
Also linking up with Cherie for shoe and tell and
Judith for her wonderful monthly hat attack.
No Fear of Fashion says
That is fun. Red, white and blue are our national colours too. Happy celebration. And again a lovely give-away. Your bloggers get-together must have been so nice. I know from experience. I am looking forward to the end of this month…
Greetje
trinagrandinetti says
Can you believe it’s almost here? YAY!!!
Anne's Attic - design says
Hi Trina! You are so darling! You pics are great. I love the yellow with the red white and blue, it really adds some class. Have an amazing day my friend. Hugs, Jo
trinagrandinetti says
Thank you Jo, you’re so sweet.
happinessatmidlife says
Looks like a fun meet up. I love your patriotic outfit – I have those flats and have yet to wear them. Thanks for reminding me about them.
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion linkup.
trinagrandinetti says
Alice, you are one funny gal with way too many shoes and skirts, and shirts . . . HAHA. can’t wait to see how you decide to style these fun flats.
Cherie says
Trina I am in love with your red white and blue shoes! Where did you get them? New? Old?
They are adorable. Your whole patriotic look is great. Have a very Happy 4th!
Cherie
Style Nudge
trinagrandinetti says
Cherie, the shoes are from jcrew, but I did purchase them last year. Although I did see them online at their outlet store so you might want to give it a shot. And, they are super duper comfy.
A Well Styled Life says
You look so fab! Your love of color is such a perfect reflection of your love of life!! I’m hoping to see my brother this weekend, and of course, my grandson. Have a wonderful hoilday my friend.
xoxo
trinagrandinetti says
Thank you, my cute friend. So wish I could spend the 4th with my cute granddaughter, but next year they will finally be back home! Have a wonderful time with that little cutie pie.
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
The blogger meet up must have been fun. I’ve followed Jann for quite some time. Looking forward to our meet up soon!
I love your understated patriotic outfit. From tip to toe, it’s just right!
trinagrandinetti says
Jann is a wonderful and joyous person and her home is adorable! I’m getting so exciting to finally meet you!
Lally MacBeth says
I love your hat! It looks so perfect for a summer’s day. Great idea for a gift too, I think homemade gifts are always the nicest thing to receive (and make!) X
Elle says
I love what you are wearing: perfect for the holiday and any occasion! I adore the shoes. Love the bright yellow pop of color from the flowers, and the hat takes the cake! Fabulous, and happy. Sounds like the meet up was great. I was planning a trip to the beach, but my dog is ill. But i have a feeling it will be a nice and quiet weekend in the city! keep your fingers and toes crossed for me ( in those J Crew shoes ;)- –I think my old dog will be okay..
enjoy!
xx, Elle
http://mydailycostume.com
stylecrone says
It’s always a pleasure to visit your world. Your sense of color and your love for life and creativity ring true. What a gorgeous hat! Thank you for sharing your beauty with Hat Attack!