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Getting Inspired - 4th of July Decorating


Hi Everyone,
We're home from a very nice vacation
and this week has been filled with unpacking, laundry,
and getting back into some kind of summer routine.
So of course that routine includes catching up on all of your blogs
 and thinking about something to post 
on mine but I was not feeling very inspired.
That changed pretty quickly when I took a look at the
 4th of July decorating ideas on the
 Better Homes & Garden website.
  Every picture was just so cute!
Here is the link if you want to take a look ~ 
  All of the photos seemed to use a lot of white with pops of blue and red.
So here is my version. 
I bought one bunch of silk geraniums, one bunch of little blue flowers,
 and a few little flags.  Everything else, I already had.





















Did I do okay for a quick afternoon 
of decorating?
Are you feeling the bug to do a little patriotic decorating too?

I'm so happy you came for a visit!
~~~
I really enjoy and appreciate hearing from you!!

~ ~ JoAnne

linking up here
Between Naps on the Porch ** Tablescape Thursday
Somewhat Simple ** Strut Your Stuff Thursday
Chic on a Shoestring ** Flaunt It Friday
The Shabby Nest ** Frugal Friday
My Romantic Home ** Show & Tell Friday
House of Grace ** 4th of July Party



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  1. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting6/30/2011

    Love all your patriotic touches Joanne and I LOVE your kitchen!!

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  2. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting6/30/2011

    PS- LOVE the galvanized pots you have hanging on the wall! Martina

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  3. Anonymous6/30/2011

    Thanks so much Martina! It was fun putting it together!

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  4. Turquoise and Trine6/30/2011

    You did a great job! I love the wire basket on your table. It's very festive without going over the top. Have a great 4th of July!

    Lori : )
    Thrifty Decor Mom

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  5. Gayle6/30/2011

    I did on my porch. I hope to take some pics tomorrow and get them posted. But hubby is home, so maybe not! Love your style!

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  6. Laurie Anne7/01/2011

    I love your kitchen. Those blue touches are to die for (really love that baby blue mixer)
    :0)

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  7. Wendy@~Chez~La~De~da~7/03/2011

    You "nailed it" with the sweetest little touches here and there! Love your soft serene, calm and cool look!
    I am your newest follower and cannot wait to see some more
    ~Wendy

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  8. Anonymous7/09/2011

    Hi Joanne, Thanks for stopping by my blog,and following me. I love your home!! Your kitchen is so beautiful.Where did you find those gorgeous pots hanging on your wall. I love that look.

    Kathy

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  9. Anonymous7/09/2011

    Thanks so much Kathy! I got the little buckets at Joann Fabrics - just had to have them when I saw them. Have a great day!

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