Happy Sunday, and welcome to Dirt Road Adventures: Last Week of June! This is where we review all the exciting events behind the scenes, on the website, and the sources of inspiration I discovered online during the past week. This weekly recap ensures you don’t miss any of our adventures.
Hey Friends,
Can you believe we are at the end of June? Summer arrived with a blast of unrelenting heat, making me wonder what July weather will be like. The heat is taking a toll on my hydrangeas, creating brown spots on many. The zinnias are just beginning to bloom, and I rescued as many as possible to enjoy while at the beach cottage.
If you are celebrating the 4th of July, your vacation may start today. I hope you will be somewhere cool. We are spending the week celebrating with family and friends. I plan to take a mini break and enjoy a relaxing week. Therefore, I will not publish Dirt Road Adventures next Sunday.
I hope you have big plans for next week, and I look forward to catching up with you the following week.
Table of contents
- Adventures at the End of the Dirt Road
- In Case You Missed It
- Smokey & Sweet: Salted Caramel, Candied Bacon, Dark Chocolate Brownies
- Transform Your Summer Porch: Rustic Red, White & Blue Ideas
- How To Decorate A Coastal Cottage For The 4th of July
- Refreshing Poolside Dining Table Ideas To Beat The Heat
- Inspiring Ways To Decorate with Glass Cloche Domes
- Smoke It Up – Fast & Easy Smoker and Grill Recipes
- Adventures off the Dirt Road
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Adventures at the End of the Dirt Road
This is a look back at all my adventures this past week.
We started our vacation a little early and went vintage shopping at the Ivy Cottage in Wilmington. For once, I didn’t bring anything home, but they had some beautiful pieces.
Before the 4th of July crowds arrived, we had dinner at a favorite restaurant, Soul Flavor, in Carolina Beach. We stocked our refrigerator full of food so that we don’t have to fight the crowds in the coming week. We are settling in for a week of enjoying the beach.
But let’s see what you may have missed from last week.
In Case You Missed It
Smokey & Sweet: Salted Caramel, Candied Bacon, Dark Chocolate Brownies
Looking for a new brownie recipe? Try this smoked salted caramel dark chocolate brownies recipe with candied bacon. YUM! This easy recipe includes a boxed dark chocolate brownie mix, prepared caramel, and smoked sea salt. It’s baked in a smoker or grill and topped with yummy candied bacon. Don’t have a smoker, no worries, I’m providing three options.
Transform Your Summer Porch: Rustic Red, White & Blue Ideas
Looking to transform your summer porch decorations with a touch of patriotic flair? Create a festive porch with these rustic red, white, and blue decoration ideas. From budget-friendly projects to rustic porch decor, these ideas will evoke star-spangled nostalgic charm. Perfect for celebrating the 4th of July or simply enjoying the summer season.
How To Decorate A Coastal Cottage For The 4th of July
The Fourth of July is a time for celebration, and what better way to celebrate than by creating a patriotic oasis with 4th of July decorating ideas? If you have a coastal cottage or want to create a patriotic coastal feel within your home, these simple tips are sure to help.
Refreshing Poolside Dining Table Ideas To Beat The Heat
Beat the heat and enjoy your meals outdoors! There’s nothing like dining by the water; these refreshing poolside dining table ideas will keep you cool all summer. I’m sharing easy, budget-friendly poolside table ideas for your next dinner party. Entertaining doesn’t have to be expensive with these poolside decor ideas.
Inspiring Ways To Decorate with Glass Cloche Domes
Cloches come in various styles and are a great way to add a touch of elegance to any room in your home. You can use them to display various items, from plants to collectibles to simply a stack of vintage books. This blog post will share some inspiring ways to decorate with a cloche year-round.
Smoke It Up – Fast & Easy Smoker and Grill Recipes
Craving smoky, delicious food but short on time? You’ve come to the right place! Smoke It Up is your one-stop shop for fast and easy smoker and grill recipes that anyone can master. Easy Smoker recipes can be made with a pellet smoker, cold smoke, liquid smoke, and more.
Adventures off the Dirt Road
Why Didn’t I Think of That?
Each week, there are so many wonderful blog posts, and I’m sharing some of my favorites with you today.
There are so many creative ideas, and I’m always asking myself, “Why didn’t I think of that”? LOL
- I couldn’t wait to see Mary’s Out of Africa-themed dinner table, which didn’t disappoint.
- Stacy’s Best Compost Recipes should be on every gardener’s must-read list.
- I loved Diane’s clever idea to make DIY Decoupage Flags.
- I loved Missy’s cute American Flag Banner Craft. So easy and stylish.
- Debra’s Summer Patriotic Mantel ideas are so creative.
- Kim shared ideas on how to keep your garden healthy with companion planting.
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Sunday 30th of June 2024
Hey Rachel, thanks for sharing my summer mantel with flags! Have a great week 4th getaway. sounds about perfect to me.
Rachel
Monday 1st of July 2024
Debra, You are welcome. Have a wonderful week of the 4th.
Diane
Sunday 30th of June 2024
Thanks Rachel!! I really appreciate your shout out! Hope you enjoy the 4th at the beach.
Rachel
Monday 1st of July 2024
Diane, Thank you! have a good week.