Summer brings with it the chance to celebrate America! Whether you’re planning a backyard barbecue for the Fourth of July or simply want to add a touch of patriotic spirit to your home year-round, this post is brimming with inspiration. We’ve gathered a roundup of creative ideas from bloggers across the web, featuring everything from DIY decor to stunning centerpieces, to help you deck your halls (and porch!) in red, white, and blue.
So, grab your craft supplies, fire up your grill, and get ready to celebrate America in style!
Beyond the Fireworks: Creative Ways to Celebrate Your Patriotism
Summer is quickly approaching and it’s time to get your home ready to celebrate all of the Summer holidays in style! I’ve gathered up a collection of pretty and patriotic ideas for you.
Stars & Stripes for Your Door: DIY Wreath and Basket Inspiration
Step up your Summer curb appeal with one of these DIY front door projects. Here are a few red, white, & blue creative looks to try.
Ribbon Flag Tutorial
Add a touch of patriotic (or festive!) flair to your home with this super-easy ribbon flag craft! Perfect for any occasion, this project requires minimal skills: tying a knot and using scissors. For even more ease, grab the precut red, white, and blue ribbon bundles available at Michael’s. These bundles boast a variety of pretty ribbons in different textures and styles, ensuring your flag will be unique!
Patriotic Door Basket
Dress up your front door with real flowers this Summer. Use a combination of pretty annuals tucked into a hanging door basket for a charming Americana look.
Red, White, & Blue Rag Wreath
Bring a little bit of fun to your front door with this colorful rag wreath. If you can use a pair of scissors and cut strips of fabric then you can make this charming patriotic front door wreath.
Easy DIY Wreath
This blog post provides a step-by-step guide to creating a beautiful patriotic wreath for your front door. This is a perfect choice if you are short on time but want to add a touch of festive flair to your home.
Hearth Shaped Patriotic Rag Wreath
Show off your love of the red, white, and blue with this charming heart-shaped rag wreath! This wreath uses two different fabrics which makes it a breeze to make.
Red, White, & Wheat DIY Wreath
This wreath is made with an assortment of dried flowers and grasses that are dyed using fabric dye to get the vivid red and blue colors to create this patriotic Summer wreath.
Star-Spangled Spaces: Decorating Ideas for a Patriotic Home
Moving inside. Here are the most charming decorating ideas to bring that patriotic spirit into your home this Summer. Combining easy decorating ideas with vintage touches for a collected and cozy look.
Simple Patriotic Decorating Ideas
Robyn’s blog post provides tips for creating a patriotic atmosphere in your home for summer using inexpensive and readily available items. She suggests using things you likely already have around the house, like flags and greenery. Robyn will also show you how to incorporate seashells and coral for a coastal touch.
Patriotic Decor With Vintage Flags
This blog post is all about using vintage flags for easy and creative patriotic decor. Incorporating vintage flags into floral arrangements, table settings, and even draping them over furniture. Everyday household items like baskets and watering cans are also fair game for a patriotic makeover
Patriotic Decor Ideas For Your Home
Your guide to setting up a cozy little patriotic home for the 4th of July! See how to layer vintage pieces with flags and other Americana throughout your home.
Vintage Inspired 4th Decor
Create a vintage-inspired look for your 4th of July decorations. Get ideas for combining vintage flags, mason jars, and crocks to create a neutral base with pops of red, white, and blue. Vintage signs and banners add another layer of vintage charm to this home.
Patriotic Decorating Inspiration for Your Porch & Yard
Is there anything better than warm Summer days celebrating the holidays with family and friends! Here are a few ideas for celebrating the 4th and beyond this season.
Celebrating Summer
Decorate your outdoor table for the 4th of July. Combining patriotic colors with a coastal touch.
Easy Front Porch Ideas
This is all about sprucing up your front porch for the holidays with some easy patriotic pizazz. See how Stacy Ling decorated her authentic farmhouse front porch with seasonal decor and red, white, and blue.
Patriotic Flower Crate
Create a DIY patriotic wood crate planter, perfect for festive porch decoration. This project involves transforming an unfinished wooden crate into a red, white, and blue masterpiece. Stars and numbers are added for a touch of patriotism, and a burlap ribbon garland provides a finishing touch.
Patriotic Outdoor Decorating
Take a trip to the PNW and see this coastal cottage full of charm and patriotic spirit. See ideas for your patio and doors along with the cutest greenhouse spruces up for the 4th of July.
American Flag 4th of July Porch
See how to create a festive Fourth of July porch using red, white, and blue colors and stars and stripes! Jennifer even gives you six DIY projects to get you started, including a giant flag sign, a wreath, and a banner. Don’t worry if you’re not the crafty type – they also cover using store-bought decorations to achieve a festive look. So grab your supplies and get ready to deck out your porch for the holiday!
Get Crafty! Easy DIY Patriotic Projects for Your Home
Time to get crafty and get your home decorated with a few patriotic touches.
No-Sew Patriotic Pillow Cover
A no-sew Fourth of July craft project . Learn how to make a patriotic pillow cover using scrap fabric. Red, white, and blue ticking fabric is ideal, but other fabrics can also be used. The project is easy to complete and requires minimal supplies
Patriotic Sea Shell Craft
Transform ordinary seashells into patriotic treasures with just a bit of Mod Podge and festive napkins. Celebrate Independence Day, Memorial Day, or simply show your patriotic spirit with these charming keepsakes. Display them with pride, turn them into thoughtful gifts, or use them in a variety of creative projects
Patriotic Fabric Scrap Flags
Learn how to use pretty fabric scraps to craft your own charming flags for decorating your home this Summer. This is an easy and inexpensive DIY project to try to add a little cottage style to your spaces.
Patriotic Paper Rosettes
Here is a paper craft to try! Follow this tutorial to create patriotic paper rosettes to give your home a little vintage flair this Summer.
Vintage Look Banner
Craft your own patriotic banner to decorate a porch or mantle. Follow this in-depth tutorial to learn how to make this fabric and paper creation with vintage flair.
Red, White, & Blue Canvas Shoes
Here is a fun DIY to try!! Grab a pair of white canvas sneakers and paint them red, white, and blue to complete your 4th of July outfit! Wouldn’t it be cute to make them for your family??
DIY Pallet American Flag
Create a patriotic flag sign this Summer with some easy-to-find craft supplies. So much more fun to make your own than buying one already made!
That’s a wrap on our red, white, and blue inspiration extravaganza! From budget-friendly DIY projects to stunning decor ideas, we hope this roundup has sparked your creativity and helped you discover the perfect ways to celebrate your patriotism.
Remember, the most important ingredient is your own personal touch. So, get crafty, embrace the stars and stripes, and create a festive atmosphere that reflects your love for America!
See your projects featured! If you are inspired by this or any of my other DIY projects I would love to see them and add you to the Reader’s Spotlight gallery. Send a photo to me at jennifer@cottageonbunkerhill.com
xo, Jennifer
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Thank you for sharing my patriotic wreath. I love all of the inspiration shared today. So many beautiful projects you can make for your home.
Loved it!
So many great patriotic posts! Thanks for sharing my wreath, friend!
Anytime!!
Super fun post, Jen…jam packed with all kinds of pretty ideas!!
Thanks, Rachel!! It’s fun to think about the 4th!!
What great ideas! Thanks for sharing!
Love your round-up of patriotic red white and blue ideas! I’m inspired for the summer! Thanks, Jennifer!
So many fun and beautiful ideas. This is making me SO excited for summer, grilling season, and the 4th of July! Thank you so much, friend, for sharing my red, white, and blue door basket with summer annuals.
Hi Jennifer, thanks so much for including my patriotic door basket! That will be on us before summer can barely arrive! So many great ideas!
Awesome ideas Jen 🇺🇸