This year, perhaps more than any other in recent memory, celebrating the Fourth of July is so important. Having just survived a worldwide pandemic, it seems appropriate to honor the country that got us through it. For me, that means decking out the house with patriotic decor and celebrating the holiday with friends.
Since I finished decorating for summer just last week, my plan was to simply add an accent here and there. That’s not quite how it ended up. You know what they say about the best laid plans!
Decorating for the fourth is just so much fun! I have little use for red in my home except at Christmas even though it is such a pretty, vibrant color! I discovered that I love bringing it out in the middle of summer so I might have gone a little overboard. Today, I thought I’d share some pictures that might give you some ideas for your own holiday decor.
Red, White, and Blue in the Kitchen
I love my summer lemon coffee bar so I just wanted to add a single patriotic decoration for the holiday. I had a pretty coffee tin that I purchased earlier this year. It seemed like the perfect thing to tie in some patriotic color. I arranged some red, white, and blue flowers inside, added a flag, and it looked so pretty on the shelf above the bar.
The problem was that to find the flowers I needed, I had to open up my bin labeled Fourth of July. I had forgotten how many cute decorations I had so stopping at that point just wasn’t going to happen! Finding red and blue coffee cups and so many cute little signs inside, before I realized it, I was well on my way to changing up the entire thing! So I went with it and here is the end result.
It was so much fun putting together the tiered tray on the coffee bar, that I decided to do a second one for the island. Patriotic decor can be centralized to a small area with the use of a tray.
Little American flags are a staple for holiday decorating. I tuck them in just about everywhere!
The kitchen is also our favorite brunch spot so the table is always set and ready. Putting together a patriotic table involved opening several different bins but it was worth it. White chargers from an Easter box, red plates from Christmas, and blue salad plates from a summer one. Navy blue napkins and rings I made from red, white, and blue pip berries and we’re done!
Fourth of July with a Coastal Flare
My summer decor in most parts of the house has a coastal look. Our love of the ocean is evident nearly everywhere. Since I am actually nowhere near the coast, I feel the summer months are the only time I can get away with a full on coastal home. Therefore, I am reluctant to change it even for the upcoming holiday. Instead, I will move a few things and add some patriotic accents here and there.
I kept my summer vignette on my coffee table basically the same and simply added a small flag there. Replacing a lantern with a blue star and red candle brought in more of a patriotic feel. The final touch here were some rustic blocks to represent fireworks.
The mantel was given a refresh using a banner, a sign and a few patriotic printables.
I made a few small changes to the sofa table as well being careful not to lose the coastal feel.
Next week I will be sprucing up our outdoor spaces for summer. In the meantime, I have already hung the new patriotic wreath I made for the front door. This was definitely the easiest one I have ever attempted by far. You can find the instructions and links to everything you’ll need to create one of your own by clicking here.
Thank You
I hope you found some new ideas to help you gear up for your Fourth of July celebration. The printables seen in some of the pictures here can be found in the Printable Library along with several others. As always, they are free for our subscribers to download and print.
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Thanks so much! See you soon!
Today is Flag Day. So I added a little red white blue to my decor which will see me through Labor Day. I like how you tuck in little flags
Thank you Gail! I didn’t even know it was Flag Day until you told me. This month is just flying by and I need it to slow down a minute so I can enjoy it! It sounds like you are all set now until it’s time to bring in the pumpkins! Thanks again for stopping by and have a great week.
Looks beautiful as always. The bears just add the perfect touch!! Also love the wreath that you made.
Thanks so much Diane! I knew there would be a place for that little captain bear someday!
Lovely patriotic decor. The bear is darling. Great idea dressing the lanterns. Happy summer.
Thanks so much Linda! Happy Summer to you too… I know it will be with that gorgeous pool of yours!
Denise,
Thanks so much for stopping by and for your very kind comment on my post about cutting back on Blogging. I mentioned you in my latest post. I hope you do not mind. I LOVE your Patriotic decor. The tin is darling, love the red candles, your coffee bar and I simply adore that wreath!!! So pretty!! Thanks so much for sharing!! Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
Hugs,
Debbie
Thanks so much Debbie! Of course I don’t mind and I am so relieved that you are pushing forward. I think 2020 took its toll on every single person in so many ways that are just now coming to light. I think it has all of us questioning choices we’ve made in the past, the importance of what we’re doing now, and where we should be in the future. Prayer and a little bit of soul searching will help us through. Maybe add a sprinkle of virtual friendships and you’ve got this! Thanks again and have a wonderful weekend!
Lots of good ole red, white, and blue. Looks so pretty and just in time for my new themed party (starts next week) for All Things American and Patriotic. Be sure to stop by again with this post. And for now, let me end this by saying thanks so much for linking up with me at the Unlimited Link Party 28. Pinned!
Yay! I was hoping you would do a Patriotic party! Thank you and I’ll see you there!
Denise your patriotic décor is gorgeous! I love how easy it is to recreate them in our own homes as well!
CONGRATS for being featured at Inspire Me Monday at Create With Joy! 🙂
Thanks so much! I’m excited to be a part of your features and I really appreciate the time that goes into to putting Create With Joy together each week. Thanks again and have a great week!
Love all the fun patriotic red/white/blue pieces for July 4th. Have a great week, Denise!!
Thanks so much Debra! I love all the Fourth of July decor too. Have a wonderful week.
Visiting again to say thanks so much for linking up with me at A Themed Linkup 62 for All Things American and Patriotic. Pinned again!
Thanks so much Dee. I really appreciate the pin!
It all look so cheerful and lovely Denise. Hope you have a fabulous 4th of July!
Thank you for sharing your easy patriotic decorating idea at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week. I’m delighted to be featuring this post at tomorrow’s party and pinning too.
Hugs,
Kerryanne
Thanks so much Kerryanne. I’m so excited to celebrate the Fourth this year! Have a wonderful weekend ahead!
Denise, I love it all!
Thank you for sharing with us at the TFT party! I’m featuring your wonderful post this week. Congratulations!
Theresa.
Thanks so much Theresa! Have a great weekend!
Hi Denise! Thanks for sharing your wonderful patriotic decor ideas with us at Farmhouse Friday! We’re featuring you at tomorrow’s party!
Thanks so much Michelle! See you there!
Beautifully done! I have gone overboard this year with our adult sons coming home for nearly a week of activities and celebrations.
Thank you Debbee! I am so happy for you having your sons home soon! How wonderful. We are hoping to head out to San Diego to see our daughter sometime soon. I love that things are starting to seem so normal again. Thanks again and have a great 4th!