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4TH OF JULY

4TH OF JULY, FREE PRINTABLES

Free 4th of July Badge Tag Printables for Your Backyard Bash

Planning a cookout, lake day, or backyard blowout for the 4th of July? Get ready to fire up the fun with our FREE printable party badge tags — because nothing says “independence” like slapping on a tag that proudly declares you the Hot Dog Handler or Grill Daddy.

These hilarious, slightly naughty badge tags are made for adults who came to party, not just politely nibble watermelon. From BBQ royalty to red, white, and wasted vibes, there’s a tag for everyone in your crew — whether they’re here for the fireworks or just the spiked seltzer.

🎨 How to Use:

  1. Download the free printable
  2. Print at home
  3. Cut and stick onto name tags, cups, shirts, or backs (stealth-mode).
  4. Assign roles, cause chaos, and take lots of photos.
  5. Repeat next year — with better stories.

🧨 What You’ll Need (Besides a Sense of Humor):

  • A Home Printer – Preferably one that isn’t out of ink for once.
  • Standard Size Sticker Paper – Or just regular paper + tape if you’re livin’ that crafty, chaotic life.
  • Scissors – Bonus points if they aren’t sticky from last year’s s’mores sticker project.
  • Optional: A cold drink – Because crafting is a sport and hydration is patriotic. 🇺🇸🍹
DOWNLOAD HERE

4TH OF JULY, BABY NAMES

10 Patriotic American Baby Names

These patriotic baby names are perfect if you’ve got a little one arriving around the 4th of July! Whether it’s a name inspired by a Founding Father, the Liberty Bell, or the rebellious spirit of many Americans, here are 10 cool ‘Patriotic’ names to consider:

  • Paul
  • Hamilton
  • George
  • Benjamin
  • Jackson
  • Belle
  • America
  • Rebel
  • Victory
  • Justice

Do you have any ‘Young American’ name suggestions? Make sure to check out our custom 4th of July gifts and personalized summer gifts for everyone in your Red White & Blue crew!

Personalized Summer Gifts and Beach Towels
4TH OF JULY, SPRING & SUMMER GIFTS

4 Amazing Kid Approved Popsicle Recipes

Clockwise from top left: Fresh Fruit Popsicles | Gummy Worm Popsicles | Gummy Bear Popsicles | Watermelon Popsicles

These easy kid-friendly popsicle recipes are our FAVE way to beat the heat! Whether you have a serious sweet tooth or want something on the healthier side, one of these four fun recipes is sure to be a huge hit in your household. We can’t get over how cute these watermelon pops are either… don’t worry, those “seeds” are actually something way tastier! Keep reading for ingredients and recipes and be sure to check out all our cool personalized summer gifts here!

 Fresh Fruit Popsicles
What you’ll need:
  • kiwis
  • peaches
  • strawberries
  • raspberries
  • blueberries
  • apple juice
Gummy Worm Popsicle

What you’ll need:

  • guava strawberry juice (or your favorite juice)
  • sour worms or gummi worms

Click here for gummy worm popsicle recipe!

Gummy Bear Popsicles:
What you’ll need:
  • coconut water
  • gummy bears
Watermelon Popsicle:
What you’ll need:
  • seedless watermelon
  • granulated sugar
  • fresh lemon juice
  • canned coconut milk
  • kiwi
  • mini chocolate chips
4TH OF JULY, GIFTS FOR KIDS, KIDS BIRTHDAY, SPRING & SUMMER GIFTS

5 Ways To Celebrate Shark Week

5-Ways-to-Celebrate-Shark-Week2Shark week is almost here and these are 5 of our favorite fun finned ways to get in the sharky spirit:

1. Make your very own cute shark out of paper! All you need is glue, scissors, a couple clothespins and some heavy paper for this jawesome shark craft.

2. Dress up your pet! The cat dressed as a shark riding a Roomba is one of the all time great vids, re-enact in in your own home with this shark hat for your shark-cat!

3.Claim your piece of the beach in true shark style! Go for a swim with our Personalized Shark Bait Beach Towel ($40).

4. Enjoy some screen and maybe some screams by watching a shark movie – our vote is obviously Shark Tale for family movie night, and after the kiddos hit the hay you can go with the obvious choice, Jaws, or one of the many newer, even scarier shark flicks: Deep Blue Sea (sharks and Samuel L. Jackson? um, yes please), Open Water (almost too terrifying!), Sharknado (no comment necessary), or 2016’s The Shallows.

5. Feast like a shark on this shark shaped fruit salad! Celebrate the yummy fruits of summer by making this scarily delicious Sharkmelon!
Shark week kicks off this Sunday – click here for the full schedule  (Michael Phelps vs. a shark, C’MON!) and make sure to check out our other personalized shark-riffic gift ideas here!
4TH OF JULY

10 Minute Drinks & Dessert

Easy Summer Cocktail & Dessert Recipe

Summer cooking is all about embracing the season’s fresh veggies and fruit. Don’t waste your night stuck in the kitchen, whip up this crowd (and kid!) pleasing chocolate & fruit dessert, and a refreshing cocktail for the grown-ups!

Summer Fruit with White Chocolate Sauce

Ingredients

  • 2 oz white chocolate
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest
  • 4 cups (1 lb) sliced fruit such as peaches, nectarines or apricots.
  • 2 cups (8 oz) mixed berries

Place the chocolate in a food processor or blender. Pour the cream into a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Remove from heat when you see tiny bubbles begin to appear and pour the cream over the chocolate. Process the chocolate and cream until smooth. Add the lime zest and process for a few seconds more. Let cool to room temperature. The sauce should be the consistency of thick cream.

Arrange the fruit on a platter and serve with cooled, white chocolate sauce.

Here we used peaches, raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, sliced plums and apricots.

Treat the grown-ups to a refreshing light, summery cocktail to go with this delish dish. We like this citrus-inspired wine spritzer! (via Rachael Ray)

Ingredients

  • 2 (1/4-inch) slices lemon
  • 2 (1/4-inch) slices lime
  • Ice cubes
  • 4 ounces Pinot Grigio or other white wine
  • 2 ounces lemon lime flavored seltzer water


Directions
In a large stem glass arrange slices of lemon and lime between ice cubes to fill the glass. Pour 4 ounces of white wine, 1/2 cup, and 2 ounces of sparkling lemon lime seltzer water, 1/4 cup, down over fruit and ice. Stir with cocktail stir-stick or straw and serve – check out our brand new personalized wine glasses for an extra special twist on happy hour!

** For the kiddos- mix some of the lemon-lime fizzy water with a little fruit juice or lemonade and serve in your “fanciest” cup!

Enter YOUR fave summer recipe in our Joy & Chaos contest by tagging your foodie pic #joyandchaossummer or e-mailing your recipe to hello@psychobabyonline.com – click here for details! 

4TH OF JULY, SPRING & SUMMER GIFTS

Summer BBQ Roundup!

Summer Barbecue and Grilling Gifts

1. Fruit Keg Tapping Kit – $19.99 | 2. DIY Dino Corn-on-the-Cob Holders | 3. Hot Dog Plush Pillow – $14.99 | 4. Personalized Grill Master Apron – $22.00 | 5. Personalized Grill Master Beverage Wrap – $8.00

Summer means BARBECUE! Getcha grill on with our awesome ‘Smokin Hot’ apron and stay chill with a coordinating can coolie. This fruit tap lets you turn a hollowed out watermelon or other melon into a super cute and mega tasty “keg” for your favorite fruit juice or cocktail!

For the kiddos we are in LOVE with this cute hot dog plushie – a perfect pillow to crash out on after a long day in the sun. Before you get the grill going, spend an afternoon making these AWESOME DIY corn holders – you can do dinosaurs, unicorns, horses, anything you’re into!

Click here for more awesome summer stuff – tasty recipes, cool crafts and fun fashion!