The Dirt | 2014 | week no. 27

The Dirt is our version of a weekly link roundup, where we share what's currently capturing our interest around the web. This week, we're getting prepped for Fourth of July celebrations. Hope you'll enjoy, and feel free to share what you're reading in the comments. We'd love to hear from you!

A festive roundup of summer entertaining favorites. (via Design*Sponge)

Watch out for these common burger mistakes at your weekend BBQ. (via Bon Apetit)

If you go berry picking over the long weekend, here are some creative ways to use your harvest. (via The Kitchn)

If barbecues aren't your style, we're loving this gorgeous garden party. (via Rip + Tan)

Fresh takes on lemonade for cookout sipping. (via Free People)

Fireworks around the world. (via Smashing Magazine)

Five super-fresh cocktails for toasting the 4th. (via Kelli Flores)