4th July Barbecue

So you're having family and friends over for a barbecue and wondering how to add some "punch" to the table! After reading a post that was put on Blumenthal Lansings Facebook page, an idea was put out there and I thought it sounds like a fun idea -I can do that! Voila I think they came out great!   

 Remember it's fun and whimsical  - just have fun with it...

3 clay pots

Favorite Findings Big Value Bags #2008 Stars -  sort red, white and blue buttons.
Favorite Findings Patriotic #429

Favorite Findings - Traditional Mini Stars #1397

embroidery floss - red, white, blue

paint - red, white, blue  - I used PLAID acrylic paints (your choice)

paintbrush

ribbon - red, white, blue

glue - your choice

Directions:

1.  paint each pot one color (1 - red; 1 - white; 1-blue). Set aside and let dry.

2.  Favorite Findings Big Value Bag Stars has assorted colored star buttons. However, for this project you will only need the red, white and blue.  Set aside the other star buttons for future projects. The picture below shows the great variety of sizes that you'll get from the Favorite Findings buttons.

3. Begin stacking your buttons and with embroidery floss weave and knot on top.

4. glue ribbon to rim of pot.

5. start glueing buttons.

Now fill your patriotic pots with either flowers or better yet place utensils like I did. Remember to add some additional sparkle to the table by adding glitter confetti stars and remaining buttons...

Enjoy family and friends.

Enjoy the food.

Ooooh and Aaaaah at the fireworks.

Happy 4th July!