Wash and dry the fruit that you are using for the board. Slice the watermelon and some of the strawberries.
Lay the slices of Swiss cheese on a cutting board and using the star shaped cookie cutter, cut out shapes. Don't discard the pieces of cheese not in the shape of stars. You can use those as fillers for the board.
Now that you have the fruit and cheese sliced, start arranging the items on the board. Use bowls for the dried fruit and cheese crumbles.
Be careful with the placement so you keep the patriotic red, white and blue theme running throughout the presentation.
Make sure the whole board is covered.
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
To keep the crackers from getting soggy due to the fruit build "bridges". Try using the Baby Bel Cheese as a border to separate other items.
The chocolate covered pretzels are another barrier to block moisture since the pretzels won't get soggy. And they add a nice white color to this red, white and blue charcuterie board.
Add a few stars throughout the board as well as grouping some together. That way they stand out.
Before long the board is filled and you are ready to serve!