patriotic porches

Jeff and I will be spending our 4th of July at home this year. And while we are both missing holiday celebrations in Michigan, we are excited to experience our first 4th of July in our new neighborhood. Independence day is a big deal around here - complete with a carnival, parade and two nights of fireworks. Our house is situated right in the center of activity so we plan on taking full advantage of the festivities. The whole neighborhood seems to be on the ready as no parking signs are out, the first parade viewing seats were placed yesterday and houses along the route are decked out with lots of patriotic decor. We haven't done any holiday decorations ourselves but I might just have to run out and see if I can't find at least a few small flags... Check out these patriotic porches for some Independence Day inspiration and have a great weekend! Happy 4th of July!

from top left - brick porch via Martha Stewart - colonial home via Samplers and Santas - streamers via source unknown - front porch via Martha Stewart - colonial flag via source unknown - fence banner source unknown - flag display via Martha Stewart - front door via most lovely things

happy fourth of july

So I think I must have already been on holiday mode yesterday because I totally forgot to do a pin of the day. We are staying home for the long weekend so I think I mentally just shifted into relaxation mode a bit early. 

We really don't have much planned for the long weekend but that sounds great to me. The weather has been and looks to continue to be amazing so I am looking forward to just relaxing in the yard, seeing some fireworks and maybe getting in some pool time. In honor of our most patriotic holiday, I thought I would do a ode to the American flag. Happy a good fourth everyone! Back Monday!

from top left - design by Rachel Halvorson Design - home of Ruthie Sommers via Lonny - home of Phoebe Howard via House Beautiful - American flag throw detail by Alabama Chanin - American flag quilt by Alabama Chanin - Doves and Stripes rug by Luke Irwin via REMODELISTA