The 4th of July is quickly approaching and it’s always one of my favorite days of summer! My family gets together for a BBQ every year, but we never do any kind of patriotic-themed decorating. So I thought I was doing pretty good when I bought red, white, and blue serving trays and some matching hot dog baskets for our last gathering. But after I discovered the blogging world, I realized I’m a little behind. OK, I’m a lot behind. So this year, I can’t wait to join in on the fun!!
I found star-shaped silicone molds at Joann the other day. They are a decent size and I actually bought them for a completely different idea that I haven’t gotten around to yet. But I got so excited to use them that I couldn’t wait and came up with another use for them!
Patriotic ice cube stars! A fun {and healthy} way to dress up water!
You will need:
- Wilton Silicone Mini Star Mold {you can also find it on Amazon}
- Ice cube tray with star shapes {found mine at Wal-Mart}
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Water
Wash your fruit and cut the strawberries into smaller pieces. I didn’t cut up the blueberries but it would help to add flavor if you do. Toss some blueberries and strawberries randomly into your silicone mini star mold.
Now cut some more strawberries into even smaller pieces. And toss some into the little ice cube tray. Add blueberries to the other half of the tray. Eat the extras.
Fill the stars with water and put the trays in the freezer. Once they’re done, you can remove the frozen stars and stick them in a freezer bag until you’re ready to use them. But do it quickly so they don’t start to melt and stick together!
Since my pitcher is tall and skinny, and I was only making enough for two, I made one tray of each. But you may want to repeat the process if you have more guests, or buy a few trays to save time. And you’re’ done!
These little stars look even cuter in person, the pictures don’t do them justice!
The strawberries flavored the water really quickly and it was so good!! My husband and I decided this will now be a regular summer treat!
Dress up your water with a little red, white {or clear}, and blue! And have a wonderful 4th of July!!
What a super great idea!
Why thank you! :)
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Thank you so much, Kristyn! That just made my day! And the blog love is definitely mutual, I've been following yours for a while now! :) In fact, I'm on my way over there now to link up! Thanks for coming by to check out my site! :)
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What a fun idea, Britni! LOVE it! :)
I've been meaning to make some fruit ice cubes for a while now, but haven't thought about making patriotic ones. Love the idea!
xo! Vanessa
Thank you! :) I've never made fruit ice cubes so I've been missing out!! Your pinwheels will look nice on my table next to my patriotic drink! Can't wait to make those!
I'll definitely be making these this year to take to my yearly festivities in Santa Barbara :)
YAY! Sounds like fun!! :)
What a fun idea with the fruit in them...now I wish I had bought the star ice cube trays I saw at the store:-)
I almost didn't buy these too! But now I'm glad I did :) I really like the tiny stars, they're so cute!
They look perfect Britni! Great job & Happy 4th! Angie xo
Thanks, Angie!! Happy Canada Day to you! :)
so clever and cute! i'd love for you to come link this post or anything else you want up to my weekend link party http://www.lovenotesbylauryn.blogspot.com/2012/06/spread-love-link-party-14.html have a great weekend!
{love} lauryn @ lovenotesbylauryn.blogspot.com
Thanks, Lauryn! I'll be heading over there to party with you soon :)
How brilliant! Simple and festive-love it. I hope you'll add this to my Patriotic Project Parade going on through July 4th.
http://www.itsybitsypaperblog.com/2012/06/patriotic-project-parade-linky-party.html
Of course I will! I could never pass up a Patriotic Project Parade! Thanks for stopping by :)
These are adorable. What a lovely and simple idea
Thanks so much, Niki! Have a great 4th of July!
This is awesome!!! Thanks for linking up to "Strut Your Stuff Saturday!" Hopefully we'll see you tomorrow at 8pm MDT for this week's party! :) -The Sisters