Holidays, Smooth Sailing to Memorial Day
Can you believe Memorial Day is only a week away?
Such an important holiday to honor all that have served
I’m heading to the coast soon to get ready for a long weekend with family
Time to start thinking about food and decorations…
I rounded up some of my very favorites for inspiration
The first thing I’ll do is decorate!
I will get out my Firecracker Chargers and Flag Glasses
There is still time to paint Flag Glasses and Firecracker Chargers for your Summer festivities
Red, white and blue painted bottles are not only decorative, they can be vases too!
Hobby Lobby has a great selection of red white and blue things, and festive decor on sale right now
A Kitchen Island Star Spangled Buffet & Snack Station keeps plates and flatware handy and easy access snack jars
I use a mixture of paper plates, mostly for the kids and quick snacks, and melamine plates, there are so many cute ones now!
Everything is handy for serving
I love to use fresh flowers on the outdoor table,
they thrive in the humidity
Flip Flops, Firecrackers, and Flags
And of course we will need food!
Let’s talk dessert first, shall we?
Triple Chocolate USA Bundt Cake is a crowd pleaser
Or how about a Watermelon Ice Cream Pie
or Chocolate Chip Watermelon Mini Cupcakes
Or a trompe l’oeil {fool the eye} Corn on the Cob Cake
HHjr will have his grills going
Kebabs are always a favorite, as well as spare ribs and grilled shrimp
Sweet Chili Teriyaki Chicken Kebabs with Pineapple and Smoked Sausage
Blackened Lemon Shrimp Skewers
I have pinned lots of side dishes, salads and appetizers
for quick reference also
Recipes great for Memorial Day and all summer long,
see my Memorial Day Weekend Pinterest Board here
Smooth Sailing to Memorial Day!
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I will be joining these fabulous parties and blogs:
Meal Plan Monday Dishing it & Digging it, Between Naps on the Porch,
Merry Monday Make it Pretty Monday Celebrate and Decorate,
Tasty Tuesday Oh My Heartsie Girl Full Plate Thursday
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Jenna, this year seems to be whizzing by! You throw the best holiday celebrations with the perfect decor and food. Stay safe as you journey to the beautiful Alabama coast. I know you will enjoy your family and especially those darling grands!
No kidding! As much as I love summer, I can’t believe it’s actually here! Enjoy this beautiful day we are blessed with, and thank you for sweet words Pam~
Rally round the red, white an blue…love your themes.
thank you Sharon!
Great roundup, I want to try those ribs!
thanks Carol, I think you’ll love the Asian style ribs for a change of pace from the traditional red sauced version!
Memorial Day weekend is here already?? Wow… time is flying by. It never flew by when we were kids in school…lol!
Your memorial tables shot fun, laughter, friends and fellowship! And those wine glasses … I may have to try! You have inspired me!
And the recipes have all been pinned. Thank you for great ideas and yummy recipes. Have a fabulous week my friend!
Thank you Nancy! As you know, the best part about painting on glass is it’s easily wiped or washed off if you mess up! The flags are easy, give it a try!
I am going too…! I plan on painting them st the LakeHouse. Maybe in time for Memorial Weekend but definitely for 4th of July!
Jenna, I love to decorate with red, white, and blue for the summer holidays. I bring out my Uncle Sam collection and my Lady Liberity pieces. I usualy start at Memorial Day, but will see if I get motivated to pull things out. You may need to light a fire cracker under me!
I have been thinking of you this week Sarah, I took a car load full of things to the Salvation Army, and was so proud of myself! My closet is so happy now and my garage is getting better! Have fun decorating 🇺🇸
looks like good times and good food ahead!!
This year has flown by! I have no doubt you will cook some amazing food and decorate to beat the band. Your family is blessed to have you.
Have a great holiday!
No kidding Bonnie, and it seems everyone feels this way! Thank you for the kind words~
You certainly have the Memorial Day celebration beautifully planned out with your amazing recipes and decorations!…Love that tree!!! Have a fabulous Memorial Day weekend with your family!!!
thank you Shirley 💕
So festive and fabulous!! Love it Jenna!! ❤️💙❤️
Love your red, white and blue round up Jenna! All your nautical touches float my boat! ⛵
thanks Mary, enjoy boating season!
Your kabobs sound good Jenna! My goal is to do more grilling this summer. Have fun planning your Memorial Day Weekend:@)
I hope you get lots of good grilling weather!
You are so festive! I have to look for those flip-flop plates — they’re wonderful!
I think I got them at Pier 1 Jeanie, thank you!
Oh my goodness! I love it all. The decor, food, desserts! I am coming to hang out with you on Memorial Day. LOL! I actually have not even thought about it! I have been so busy with grandbabies, baking, showers and etc. But, I might decide to use the ORION cooker and do some ribs. That is sounding pretty good. I hope that you have a wonderful Memorial day dear lady. As always Jenna, you truly inspire me. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Thank you Cindy, what a nice thing to say! I’m sure you and your family will drum up some good food and Memorial Day fun!
Everything looks so patriotic and yummy! I’ve been concentrating on getting weeding and housework done and my local garden club that I haven’t even thought of the holiday coming up. Sheesh, I feel so behind. Thanks for the gorgeous reminder. I need to get my fanny in gear and get my flags out and start thinking about the food! Those ribs looks right up my alley, so I probably will be doing those yummy delights.
Way to go Jenna. Your patriotic decor is spot on. Love your painted pieces. What talent you have.
The food looks fabulous. Making me want some of that tasty food. You certainly know how to put on a great spread.
Thanks Linda, I have a lot of help, my son is head chef!
M-m-mm, that chocolate cake really speaks to me. Thanks, Jenna, for inspiring us with your talents and letting us in on your plans. Hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday–out here in blog land we feel like we know your loved ones–sorta’ like they have a huge group of loving “aunts.” Enjoy this special day of remembrance.
Thank you Shelia, what a sweet way to put it! I hope you have a great weekend with beautiful weather!
Watermelon and shrimp! Perfect for a holiday! The corn on the cob cake is pretty interesting also…looks just like the real thing! Your holiday decor is so pretty! I usually put out minimal things for Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day. My biggies are Thanksgiving and Christmas! 🙂 Hugs!
I’ve never met a holiday I didn’t like 🙂 thanks Benita!
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