Check out this creative idea for a patriotic cake from 17andbaking.com. It's perfect for the 4th of July. If you're ambitious enough to make it, note that it's best to bake the cake layers the day before and refrigerate overnight. It will be easier to cut, assemble and frost.  Enjoy!

http://17andbaking.com/2009/07/01/a-little-taste-of-independence/