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27 Patriotic 4th of July Decorations to Display in 2023
Stretch your budget with these festive touches.
Fourth of July is just around the corner and it's time to get your party decor in order! If you are hosting family or friends we want you to know that you don't have to break the bank to get the house ready. We sincerely believe that when it comes to decor, you should never have to sacrifice quality and fun for price. And this year, if we have anything to do with it, you won't.
Check out our roundup below of inexpensive 4th of July decorations that will transform your home into a celebration of all things red, white, and blue. And most of them come together quickly, so even if your neighborhood block party is a few days away, you can find something here to liven up your front porch or back yard before the festivities begin. or if you just don't have it in you to do any crafting, there are many ideas here for fun and festive things to order. Our belief is simple: There's so much you can do with a few dollars, just as long as you're willing to get a little creative. From vintage potato chip tins to patriotic balloons and rustic-chic wooden stars, these fun 4th of July decorations will make your home the talk of the town. Take a look at our picks, then take note of our best 4th of July grilling recipes, menu ideas, summery drinks, and festive desserts for even more inspiration.
Tart Tin Coasters
Give drinks a pretty place to park with fluted mini-tart tins. To create, remove the bottoms from the tins and trace the outline on fabric. Cut out and adhere the fabric to the bottom discs using glossy, water-resistant Mod Podge. Allow to dry completely, then replace in the tart rings.
Makeshift Dessert Dish
Can’t get enough enamelware or dessert? Pair a mug and a plate to create a one of- a-kind cake (or pie!) stand. Secure the pieces using a two-part epoxy.
Tiered Drink Stand and Handkerchief Bunting
Who needs a buffet station or teacart when you can turn the sections of a wire or iron plant stand into a help-yourself spot for a selection of snacks and sips. For the backdrop bunting folding vintage hankies in half diagonally and hanging on lengths of sturdy jute twine using small wooden clothespins completes the scene.
Ribbon Pinwheels
Arrange pretty ribbon pinwheels in stacked soda crate and bottles to create a spectacular centerpiece.
To make: Cut two pieces of ribbon that are twice as long as the width; sew pieces together to form a square. Cut small slits from the corners toward the center. Hot-glue the alternating points to the center, top with a button, and attach to a dowel. (Tip: Use Dritz Fray Check to prevent fraying).
Bandana Blanket
Picnic in style with this tricolor blanket fashioned from vintage or new bandanas.
To make: Collect nine same-size bandanas (here, 22 by 22 inches), sew together in a 3- by 3-inch grid, then secure to a piece of waterproof canvas such as Ottertex. Add a quilting knot to bandana centers to hold the layers together
Embellished Bucket
Transform a vintage or new metal vessel into a star-flecked cooler. To make, use a premade star stencil—or cut your own out of thick craft paper—white acrylic paint, and a paintbrush to add an arrangement of stars to the outside of your container.
Star Napking Rings
Use vintage or new star-shaped cookie cutters as napkin rings and give those red, white, and blue napkins a little extra flair!
Patriotic Planters
Vintage potato chip tins serve as fun vessels for potted red geraniums.
Not only are 200 of these straws just about $15, but they're also biodegradable. And you can continue to use any extras all summer long!
The best way to stretch the contents of your wallet? Purchase just one big item with a ton of impact—like this tablecloth—instead of lots of smaller items. Yes, it's really only around $5!
These flag picks are the perfect way to maximize the look and feel of your 4th of July party table without maxing out your budget. Simply add them to the tops of any appetizer, sandwich, or dessert for an instant dash of patriotism.
Add comfort to your couches (or porch swing) with this fun pillow. It's only $10!
This runner practically looks homemade (in the best way). For a farmhouse-chic look that's less than $15, it's a steal.
Nothing puts your patriotism on display quite like Old Glory. Be sure to follow the proper flag etiquette for displaying your flag.
Star-Spangled Decor
Wooden Chinese checkerboard games, spray-painted red and blue, make for unexpected starry decor. Paper straws threaded with craft paper stars amplify the motif.
Red, White, and Balloons
Fill a bin with a colorful arsenal of water balloons, and prepare for the inevitable "bursting in air." Hang a hand-painted sign to mark the bunker.
Festive Farm Table
Lined with a vintage runner, this chippy red table is the perfect spot to feed a crowd. Simple embellishments—homemade paper fireworks (made with craft paper and a skewer), camping lanterns filled with wooden stars, and chipped-from-they-yard blue hydrangeas—reinforce the homespun aesthetic.
Drape these adorable towels in front of your oven or near your sink for a festive addition to your kitchen.
Welcome guests with a simple sign to hang on your front door.
Go classic by hanging patriotic pleated fans from your front porch.
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