Fourth of July is a wonderful time to get together with friends and family, thankful for the country that we as Americans call home. The get-togethers usually consist of outdoor barbecues where everyone pitches in and brings something to the party. And I'm all for that. As someone who loves to bake, one of my go-to contributions is cupcakes. They're easily portable, already in individual servings, and can be decorated to reflect just about any occasion you can think of. Hence, my 4th of July cupcakes for this year.

Today I'm sharing how to display hydrangeas in vintage milk bottles.

Buying store-bought flowers can become expensive. That's why I love being able to go out in the yard and cut myself some blooms right then and there.  Just round up a container you already have lying around the house and you'll have a lovely, cheap and easy floral centerpiece in no time.