I can’t believe that Independence Day is just around the corner! It seems like summer is already flying by. But I do love all of the opportunities to have backyard barbecues with friends and family, so I’m not really complaining! ;-) The 4th of July has always been one of my favorite holidays for that very reason, so I always like to celebrate by sprucing up the backyard a bit. A few pieces of summer-y or patriotic decor (along with a playlist of upbeat songs, of course) always go a long way towards making the holiday feel extra special!
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When I saw this project, I knew I wanted to replicate it for my family’s annual 4th of July barbecue. Since my husband usually uses his smoker to make some sort of delicious smoked meat for special holiday meals, our little charcoal grill doesn’t see much action. So instead of letting it sit off to the side, I thought it was a brilliant idea to incorporate it into my party decor as a drink cooler! The project was super simple, and the look just screams “backyard barbecue.”
Here’s what you’ll need:
If you get a charcoal grill from a thrift store, or you have an old one at home, you may want to clean it up a bit first. If it’s rusty, I recommend using Rust-Oleum’s Rust Reformer spray, which covers rust and stops additional rust from forming. We used this reformer spray to restore the vintage baseboard air vents during our studio makeover, and it was incredibly effective! To use, just prep your surface by using a wire brush to brush away any surface rust, then
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