4th of July Luminaries that are super easy and you might just have everything you need to make these in your craft supply cabinet!
Heres how we did it-

you will need;
1 mason jar or glass jar that is clean and dried
assorted sequins
liquid glue or modge podge
2 baking sheets (to do project on)


  

cover baking sheet with wax paper or foil.  place jar over baking sheet to catch any glue or spills.
Start painting  your jar with glue or modge podge, we used a paint brush that is disposable for ease.

You will want to  hold the jar upside down on a dowel or other long handled object . Remember not to paint the bottom .
Once your jar is covered begin pouring the sequins over the jar. Turn your jar slowly so it can
get coverage all over.  You might need to help your kiddos with this part.

Place jar on clean covered baking sheet to dry.
We put a batteries operated candle in ours but you can use wax..
To cute and pretty easy to make!

 

 

Then we let them dry, popped in a battery operated tea light and that was it! I absolutely love them, and so do the girls.

I envisioned placing them outside to decorate for Fourth of July

 

Celebrate 4th of July weekend in Denver this year! Here are ten ideas to get you started and be sure to double-check websites in the event of a fireworks ban.
1. Celebrate Independence Eve with a Free Concert and Fireworks
July 3, Civic Center Park
The fourth annual Independence Eve Celebration will feature a free patriotic concert by The Colorado Symphony, an innovative light show on the Denver City and County Building, and a stunning fireworks finale. Lawn seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis; blankets or low-rise concert/beach chairs are encouraged.
2. Expand Your Mind at The Cherry Creek Arts Festival
July 5-7, Cherry Creek North
This free, outdoor extravaganza – the city’s signature cultural celebration of the visual, performing and culinary arts – gives more than 350,0000 annual visitors the chance to meet and talk with internationally-acclaimed visual artists, enjoy a wide range of family friendly fun and sample fine cuisine. Experience Artivity Avenue, a full block of interactive activities perfect for youngsters. Visit the Cultural Pavilion, where music, dance and theater from around the globe will be presented. Culinary Avenue features tasty treats and live cooking demonstrations from some of Denver’s most popular eateries.
3. Rock Out at Red Rocks
Catch a concert in one of the world’s greatest live music venues, Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre.

• Get things started on July 3 with the powerful grooves of Michael Franti and Spearhead. Franti is even hosting a special Yoga On The Rocks event earlier in the day, if you want to work up a sweat.
• On July 4, jam band favorite, Blues Traveler, returns to the Rocks for another amazing Independence Day show with moe.
• The Avett Brothers bring their winning Americana sound to the Rocks for a two-night stand on July 5 and 6.
• Pop-Classical vocalist Josh Groban joins forces with the Colorado Symphony for a special concert on July 7.

4. Experience Pro Sports Paradise – and Plenty of Post-Game Fireworks
There’s no shortage of pro sports thrills to be had in The Mile High City.

• At Coors Field, catch the Colorado Rockies taking on the Los Angeles Dodgers during a three-game homestand, July 2-4. There will be a spectacular fireworks show following the July 3 and 4 games!
• Denver’s hometown soccer heroes, the Colorado Rapids, are taking on the New York Red Bulls at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park on July Stick around for the fireworks display after the game! There’s another match on Sunday, July 7 against the D.C. United.
• Over at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on July 4, The Mile High City’s professional lacrosse team, the Denver Outlaws, are battling it out against the New York Lizards. After the game, enjoy fireworks within the bowl at Sports Authority Field – pyrotechnics paired with visuals on a 220-foot wide, hi-definition screen. You’ll never forget this kind of fireworks show!

5. Ride Roller Coasters and Water Slides and See Spectacular Fireworks
July 4, Elitch Gardens Theme and Water Park
Spend the day at Denver’s downtown amusement park and then watch a brilliant fireworks display light up the night sky, starting at dusk.
6. See – and Hear – Nick Cave’s Incredible Soundsuits
Through September 22, Denver Art Museum
Renowned contemporary artist Nick Cave has debuted a new body of work at the Denver Art Museum this summer. The incredible exhibition features a combination of multimedia elements and performances along with figurative sculptures called “Soundsuits” that have to be seen – and heard – to be believed.
Note: Admission to the Denver Art Museum is FREE on July 6, however the Nick Cave exhibition requires an additional ticket.
7. Run in a Red, White & Blue Race
July 4, Washington Park
Work off all the BBQ and cake by running in the Liberty 4-mile run in Washington Park. Wear your red, white and blue proud and enjoy the celebration. Families take note – the Liberty Run also includes a Firecracker Kids Fun Run.
8. Feel The Rhythm of Drums Along the Rockies
July 6, Sports Authority Field at Mile High
Featuring eight of the nation’s top drum and bugle corps, this event offers an evening of exciting sound in the awesome setting of Sports Authority Field at Mile High, home of the Denver Broncos.
9. See Some Oompa Loompas in Downtown Denver
July 6, Skyline Park
Head to downtown Denver’s Skyline Park for a FREE screening of the family-friendly classic, Willie Wonka & The Chocolate Factory. Showtime is at dusk.
10. Swing to the Sounds of City Park Jazz
July 7, City Park
The Sam Mayfield Blues Band will put a perfect cap on the weekend with a free outdoor concert in City Park.
Even more ideas to plan a 4th of July weekend excursion to The Mile High City are available at visitdenver.com/July4.

10 Ways to Celebrate the 4th of July Weekend in Denver

 

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Summer Craft Fun

Ok summer has arrived! Most of us are out of school and were already scrambling to find activitys that are affordable. When looking for something to do dont forget a great recycled project!  We have taken 2 milk jugs, some tape and imagination and turned this into a afternoon game that any kid would love.

Kids will love playing with these  catcher made from recycled milk jugs!



You will need:

2 empty  milk jugs ,
 Scissors
Craft Tape
Markers
Newspaper

 Here's how we did it;

 Have an adult help you cut the bottoms off the bottles.

Once this is done, wash the bottles well and leave them out to air dry. This is important if there milk bottles!

 Decorate the outside of the bottles with craft tape and markers. Be sure to use tape to cover the edge! Remember you can decorate this any way you like!
Make a ball out of crumpled-up newspaper. Wrap the ball in craft tape.
Use the ball catchers to toss and catch the newspaper ball

 

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Easter Egg Popsicles

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We all love Popsicles.  This fun and easy way to use up plastic Easter eggs this summer will create a tasty treat that is different and pretty affordable!

Here's how we did it:

To make  popsicle's you will need:

Fruit juice
Plastic Easter eggs
 lollypop sticks
A large nail and thumbtack
Small funnel or piping tip to fill the eggs

First tip the eggs upside down and poke three holes in the bottom. Two of these holes are for letting the air escape when filling the egg, the third one should be in the center of the bottom. Make this center hole bigger using the large nail. You will need it to be as big as the popsicle/sucker stick. Once that is done, and you have your egg carton full of "hole-y" eggs, use the piping tip to fill each one until almost full, and then poke in the lollypop stick and place in the freezer until firm .

When you are ready to eat them, let them sit out for a second, or hold the top part in your hands to warm it up and open the egg on up. You can enjoyed them right out of the plastic egg, and when you get down to the bottom part, the eggs easily slipped on out of the "shell" so you can finish the rest.

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