Happy 4th of July everyone! We can’t wait to get everything under way to celebrate Independence Day. Talk about “Firework Fabulous”…we have had a BLAST these last few weeks prepping everything for the 4th! From BBQ’s to Seafood Feasts to Side Dishes, Tables, and Gifts! We want to wish everyone here in the “3P family” a safe and happy 4th of July! Here’s to celebrating with a BANG! ...
Are you looking for that classic summer recipe that works for everything? This one is a keeper! Our dear friend Jackie always makes her Mother’s recipe for Potato Salad as an accompaniment to her husband Bill’s BBQ Ribs (which we featured last week in the Man Cave HERE!), and everyone LOVES this duo! Potato Salad is such a go-to side for any 4th of July party, Summer Picnic, Outdoor BBQ…you simply can’t go wrong with this dish! It’s easy to make,...
Over the years, my Mom and my brother John have made this awesome All-American dessert…a flag cake! It’s the perfect dish to bring to your upcoming 4th of July parties, it’s cool and delicious. And with everything red, white, and blue on the shelves at the Dollar Tree…we were able to whip up a cute hostess gift to go along with our dessert! Here’s how to make this tasty American treat from Kraft!: 4 cups fresh strawberries 1 pkg....
Phew, it’s HOT out there! We’ve been serving up dishes to please everyone on these warm summer nights, and getting excited for the 4th of July! Everything from seafood to salad…we kept it fresh and cool. Well, except my sister’s boyfriend Mike’s (Now Famous) Crab Stuffed Mushrooms…they were fresh baked and DELICIOUS! Mike is an awesome cook, and he treated our whole clan to these seafood stuffed snacks…we just couldn’t get enough!...
We had the BEST dinner with the family the other night, and we really enjoyed a cool dinner on the patio. The key to keeping everyone comfy, but the food yummy…was serving dishes that were pretty “chill”. These are great dishes for a 4th of July celebration outdoors! We started off with my soon-to-be-sister in law’s Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella stacks. These cute little treats were delicious, and they fit right in with our red and white color scheme. They...
My Mom does a lot around here, and in order to “pay it forward” a bit, my siblings and I had a night while Mom was off getting a massage, that we set the table and made a nice summer dinner on a really hot afternoon. We’ll feature some of our “cool down” dinner recipes later this week, but for now…let’s set our table for this great 4th of July feast! When planning an All-American tablescape for our outdoor Summer dinner, I was inspired...
Orchids are beautiful flowers, and they’re a personal family favorite with the Meehan clan. My Grandma Paula absolutely adores orchids, I wore orchids to prom, and we even have a beautiful orchid plant in our kitchen as we speak. Orchids are also VERY popular to give to recent graduates! Now, taking care of plants and flowers can sometimes feel like a daunting task, I know I was a self-described plant-killer for many years until I learned a few tricks of the trade (and set...
Father’s Day shopping can be as easy as 1-2-3, but sometimes a little creativity can go a long way. One of my favorite Father’s Day gifts that I gave my Dad, was a shiny red Porsche! Haha, kidding, kidding…but I did hand paint a ceramic Porsche just for him that I had selected from a local shop much like Color Me Mine. There are great stores like Color Me Mine everywhere, where your kids can go in, pick the exact right piece for Dad, and hand-paint them to customize...
Getting ready to set the table for Dad this week? Tie it all together with our Bow-Tie Table Runner, and Dressed-Up Dress Shirt Napkins! These two simple and unique tablescape ideas will add that little something extra to your Father’s Day Table, and they take less than 10 minutes each to craft up. Here’s a link to how WE used our bow-tie table runner! Bow-Tie Table Runner: You’ll need: – one large tablecloth in the color of your choice – one cloth...
You may not always think “manly” when it comes to setting the Practically Perfect Planned table, but here at 3P we’re at the ready with guy-friendly ideas for you and the kids to make Dad’s everywhere feel extra special on their day. Now, how do you get started on centerpiece that’s sure to please the guy in your life? Easy! Start with the 3P basic of picking a theme: Dad’s Favorites! What does Dad love? Does he always...
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