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Fresh and Inspiring 4th of July Entertaining Ideas

Between parades, barbecuing, and fireworks, the 4th of July is a holiday that practically forces Americans to get outside and celebrate.

Therefore, what better time to give your outdoor space a patriotic facelift?

It can be as simple as adding a few pops of bright blue flowers or a new red and white table cloth to your patio table.

The options are endless as long as they include red, white, and blue!

Today I would like to add some of the creative ways I’ve used to get ready for Independence Day.

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4th of July Patriotic Centerpiece

I find my eyes gravitate towards the centerpiece when I enter a room.

Therefore, what better way to add life to a centerpiece then with flowers?

For instance, vibrant blue hydrangeas make a classic and easy centerpiece. In addition, what a fun way to shake it up by adding American flags to it.

Vibrant blue hydrangeas with American Flags for a centerpiece for 4th of July Decoration Photo

You can’t beat this creative 4th of July tabletop with darling white candles decorated with red and blue stars and the fun tie-die table runner, right?

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Here’s another patriotic tablescape complete with a festive blue drink. 

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Red, White and Blue Decor

You can go all out when decorating your home for the 4th of July, or keep it simple.  Blue and white ginger jars are an easy go-to for bringing color to a space. After that, we love to add an American flag in a few.

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Proud and Patriotic Porch Decor

Show off your 4th of July spirit with a front porch decked out for the holiday.  The white house and white outdoor furniture  (even a white dog!) provide a perfect back drop for all the patriotic decorations. 

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  All you need is a few pots of geraniums, lanterns and ribbon to celebrate America with style.

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Creative Entertaining Ideas

What I love about the final touches to any decor setting is you can really let your creative flair come out. You can apply the 4th of July decor to anything from table runners to colored glassware and even plate decorations.

Sparklers make the best party favor for a 4th of July get together. We love this presentation.

Photograph of Sparklers for 4th of July Party Favors

These star plates were made for entertaining on the 4th of July!

White plate with stars on Red plate with blue cup for 4th of July Decorations

In conclusion, the sky is really the limit when it comes to your 4th of July decor on your patio.

What is your favorite way to celebrate the 4th of July?

We hope all of our readers have a safe and happy 4th of July celebration!

{Photos: www.housebeautiful.com, www.homegoods.com, www.bhg.com, www.CarolyneRoehm.com, and www.ciaonewportbeach.blogspot.com.}

 


About Leslie Hendrix Wood

Leslie Hendrix Wood is the founding editor of the luxury lifestyle and design blog, Hadley Court and an has her own interior design firm, Leslie Hendrix Wood Interiors in Midland, Texas.

Leslie received her undergraduate degree in business. She worked briefly in banking and returned to school to earn her MBA.

Upon graduation, she moved to Washington D.C. to work on a Presidential campaign and received a Presidential appointment to a position in International Trade.

At the end of the administration, Leslie returned to her hometown and joined the family oil and gas business, although her first passion has always been, after raising her children with her husband, business and interior design.

When she saw her children were closer to leaving home, she decided to start the blog, Hadley Court. in 2012, which won the Design Bloggers Conference Hall of Fame award for Best New Design Blog in 2013 - a prestigious honor granted by her peers.

In 2014, she is, in addition to blogging, beginning to build the family friendly luxury lifestyle brand: HADLEY COURT, based on her values of Gracious Living, Timeless Design and Family Traditions.

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