This first craft is simple and a lot of fun. It's a star spangles garland. Feel free to get the kids involved in this one. Simply use a star shape template and cut lots of stars and strings them together. All you need is paper, a template (I used two different sized cookie cutters), scissors, yarn or string, a paper whole punch and tape. It's as simple as that. Hang it on your front door or you front room.

This Summer Salad comes courtesy of my Sister-in-Law. Thanks Sis.
Ingredients
1 12 ox box Pasta
1 can olives drained and sliced
6 oz sharp Cheddar cheese cubed.
1 cup mini pepperoni slices
1/2 bottle Italian dressing
Cook the pasta as instructed on the packaging. Once cooked run under cold water until cool, let drain. In a large bowl mix the cheese, pepperoni, and olives. Add the Italian dressing and pasta. Toss to coat and serve.

Have a happy and safe Fourth.