Use our red, white, and blue Fourth of July decorations to spruce up your house in the festive spirit of the holiday. These simple ideas are adorable and cover every possible topic for July 4th, including flags and fireworks.
Front Porch Decor
Don’t spend a fortune on store-bought outdoor 4th of July decorations. Decorating your front porch on a budget is simple, even if your front door isn’t red or blue! We adore how the white wreath (which can be used for other holidays, too) complements the DIY planter rocket nestled among the plants.
Pretty Bar Fans
Fans are a great way to keep guests cool on a hot day, and they can also serve as DIY 4th of July decorations. Find colored fans at a craft store or dip-dye plain white ones in red and blue. Hang the fans on a length of twine above your bar and add a selection of patriotic cocktails. Our free printables make setting up the bar area a breeze!
Patriotic Treat Tags
Transform everyday picnic items into delightful Fourth of July decor with simple paper accents. For example, we love how these fun words and phrases turn plain ice cream cones into festive Fourth of July treats. Simply print on plain paper, cut to fit your cone, and secure with a small drop of glue.
Patriotic Paper Lanterns
Red, white, and blue paper lanterns make festive 4th of July decorations for your dining area. Tie each lantern to a long piece of sturdy string, then fold the string in half before hanging to create a layered look. If you’re planning a star-spangled party, our free printable checklist ensures you have all the essentials.
Starry Night Decorations
Give your lawn a star-spangled makeover for a 4th of July party. Focus the stars near the entrance for a dramatic effect. To make, cut a star shape from cardboard or buy a reusable stencil. Place the stencil on the grass, spray lightly with water, and use a flour sifter to fill the shape with flour. Remove the stencil and repeat.
4th of July Buckets
Show your patriotic spirit by labeling large buckets with vinyl letters. Fill the buckets with ice to keep drinks cool at a hot 4th of July barbecue, or use them to hold boxes of sparklers.
Printable Patriotic Banner
A bright 4th of July banner is an easy decor fix for any Independence Day event. Our free printable makes it simple to hang for a patriotic celebration—just print, cut, and string! Add extra flair with red, white, and blue confetti.
Flag Centerpiece
Make the flag the centerpiece of your 4th of July decor with this easy outdoor arrangement. Tuck an American flag around the edges of a clear glass vase and fill with red, white, and blue flowers. A base of fresh, juicy fruit doubles as a serving platter and adds vibrant color.
Rockets Centerpiece
Paper rockets can create a lively centerpiece for your 4th of July celebration.
To make each rocket:
- Roll scrapbooking paper into a tube and glue.
- For the nose cone, cut a slit to the center of a paper circle, overlap the ends, and secure with glue.
- Attach a ribbon strip inside the rocket to look like a fuse, and glue a long dowel inside the tube for support.
Mini Flag Banner
A simple flag banner is a timeless 4th of July decoration, perfect for any event. Purchase or print small paper flags, then use clips or clothespins to attach them to a long piece of twine or ribbon.
Paper Pinwheel Wreath
Create a bright and cheerful 4th of July pinwheel wreath in minutes! Make small pinwheels from double-sided scrapbook paper and glue them to an embroidery hoop. Hang the wreath on your front door or use it as wall decor.
Sparkler 4th of July Decorations
Dress up sparklers and use them as table decorations. Our free printable tags add fun to this 4th of July staple—just print, cut, and attach to the sparklers. They look fantastic mixed with red and blue confetti!
Sweet Spoon Stamps
Enhance your 4th of July feast by decorating plain wooden utensils with red and blue ink stamps featuring stars, stripes, and other patriotic designs.
Fireworks Bucket
Create a colorful container for carrying treats to the fireworks display. Cover unused paint cans with red, white, and blue scrapbooking paper, and let kids personalize them with stickers and markers. Line the can with a plastic bag before filling with snack mix or other easy finger food.
Patriotic Bandana Wreath
This 4th of July bandana wreath is easy to make and budget-friendly. You’ll need red and blue bandanas and a plain hoop wreath. It’s a great project for kids to help with while you prepare for the holiday.
Flag-Theme Centerpiece
This striking centerpiece uses about 300 miniature flags. Wrap a foam wreath form in crepe paper, then insert flags until the wreath is covered for a simple yet impressive 4th of July decoration.
Red, White, and Blue Picnic Servers
Spruce up recycled containers, such as oatmeal containers, with scrapbooking paper to create utensil holders. Cut the paper to size, use a glue stick to attach it, and use a small amount of chalkboard paint for easy labels.
Dessert Decor
Add flair to your treats table with festive toothpicks. Find premade picks at a grocery or crafts store, or make your own by printing shapes on cardstock, cutting them out, and taping them to toothpicks. These red, white, and blue flags are also great for labeling your desserts.
Red, White, and Blue Flowerpots
Add patriotic color to your 4th of July celebration with painted pots filled with red, white, and blue summer flowers. Line them up on your front steps or deck.
Pretty 4th of July Pinwheels
Swirling red, white, and blue pinwheels mimic fireworks and make great walkway decorations or party favors. Our free pinwheel pattern makes it easy to create these festive decorations.
Bicycle Decor
Don’t limit your 4th of July decorations to your home. Simple stars can transform an ordinary bicycle into a patriotic display. Cut stars from cardstock and weave them through the bike’s spokes, securing with tape. Perfect for a parade or a neighborhood ride!
Bandanna Table Runner
Give your picnic table a 4th of July makeover with a bandanna table runner. Neatly pressed bandannas in blue and white look fresh, especially when paired with floral centerpieces.
4th of July Napkin Ring
Elevate your 4th of July dinner table with patriotic place settings. Attach one end of a 12-inch piece of striped ribbon to a D ring with glue. Layer a box of sparklers on a dinner napkin and wrap it with the ribbon loop.
4th of July Water Bottles
Wrap small flags around water bottles for a simple yet effective 4th of July decoration. Plastic or fabric flags work best since paper ones may deteriorate from condensation.
4th of July Flowers and Candles
Top your July 4th tablescape with patriotic candleholders and vases. Use patterned paper to decorate clear vessels, attaching it with adhesive.
4th of July Chair Cover
Add a festive touch to your chairs with cloth napkin slipcovers. Fold a napkin in half and iron to crease. Cut four pieces of ribbon and glue one inside each corner. Tie the ribbons to close. Hot-glue or stitch red cording to spell “4th.”
Blue Glassware Centerpiece
A collection of blue bottles and glasses makes a charming 4th of July centerpiece. Fill them with flags or flowers, and complement with a colorful table runner and a fresh berry pie.
4th of July Lantern Table Setting
For unique DIY decorations, spray-paint antiques or thrift store finds with metallic red, white, or blue paint. Pair with American flags and color-coordinated flowers for a festive table setting.
USA Letters
Show your patriotic pride with colorful wooden letters. Paint plain letters with red, white, and blue acrylic paint, mixing solid colors with stars and stripes.
4th of July Lanterns
Light up your outdoor space with festive lanterns. Look for fireworks-patterned lanterns, or create your own using stencil designs on large white paper lanterns.
Labeled Serving Buckets
Dress up plain buckets with 4th of July decorations. Use sticker labels or make your own with fun sayings like “Yum!” or “Enjoy!” Attach the labels to the buckets and fill them with fresh fruits or desserts.
Flag Napkin Ring
Create a festive table setting with miniature American flags. Wrap each flag around a napkin, pin it in place, and your party place setting is ready.
4th of July Flags
Make your own flags with wooden skewers and flag-print ribbon. Wrap a 3-inch length of ribbon around each skewer’s top and secure with tape.
DIY Bunting
Add patriotic bunting to your porch. Buy yards of patriotic fabric, gather the fabric every 24 inches, and secure with yarn. Use the same yarn to attach the bunting to your porch rail.
Patriotic Table Edging
Turn a plain table into a festive centerpiece. Use double-stick tape to attach a red, white, and blue crepe paper streamer around the table edge.
Three-Vase Patriotic Centerpiece
Transform striped paper lanterns into centerpieces by slipping them over clear glasses and filling them with white flowers.
Red, White, and Blue Fan Favors
Help guests stay cool with paper fans. Insert sturdy straws or dowels between the ends of opened mini decorative fans, and glue a firework-patterned paper circle in the center.
4th of July Flower Centerpiece
Create a simple centerpiece with a Mason jar filled with red, white, or blue flowers and a miniature American flag.
Festive Flag Wreath
Add patriotic charm to your front door with a rustic wreath. Wrap rope around a lifesaving ring or wreath base, securing with hot glue, and add American flags.
Lemon Boat Place Cards
Add a fun touch to your 4th of July table with lemon boats. Make one for each guest to use as a place card or set them at the drink station for squeezing into beverages.