Fourth of July Home Celebration Ideas

I was uploading some phone photos from the 4th of July and decided to share a few here for keepsakes. These are casual snapshots from around the house and garden — simple moments I wanted to save.

This photo of Jack on the Dutch door was completely spontaneous. He used to be hesitant about jumping up there, but now he hops onto the door all by himself.

img 126698 2 2 — *Similar Wingback Outdoor Chairs* / *Our White Gate*

I recently trimmed back the climbing roses; they were absolutely full of blooms a few weeks ago. I pruned them to encourage another round of flowers, and they’ve done beautifully against the fence. I’m thinking about adding another trellis next year, and I might do the same for the Star Jasmine on the other side.

img 126698 3 2 — *White Adirondack Chair* / *Half Umbrella* / *Navy Punched Stool*

This porch spot is my favorite for morning coffee — you can see the water, but the area stays pleasantly shaded. Do you notice that vigorous vine on the porch? It began growing in a random spot, so I popped it into a pot. It turned out to be honeysuckle and has already outgrown the small trellis I had there.

img 126698 4 2 — *Wall Sconce Details* / *Similar Art* / *White Painted Fireplace Makeover* / *Jute Rug* / *Similar Leather Ottoman* / *Similar White Garden Stool*

img 126698 5 2 — *Stripe Rug Source – My Annie Selke Rug Design*

Jack loves wearing his bandana — it always makes me smile.

img 126698 6 2 — *Farmhouse Sink* / *Brass Faucet* / *Wall Sconces* / *All Kitchen Sources*

Our hydrangeas are blooming everywhere in the yard. We have many blue hydrangeas and a single white one. I’ve loved cutting them to make bouquets for the house — of course I staged a few in the sink for photos, because why not?

img 126698 9 2 — *Similar Blue & White Cafe Chairs* / Similar Woven Chairs

We still love our Trex deck — Lily does, too. It’s been a wonderful addition to our home and has encouraged us to spend more time outside, especially while we’re spending more time at home.

Speaking of being home, stay tuned next week — I’ll be sharing thoughts on our interior floor plan and a few ideas I’ve been considering.

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