Let’s Talk – Red, White & Blue
As the focal point in my living room, I always like to add a little fun to my mantel throughout the year.
I made this bunting probably four years ago and it is still one of my favorite things to pull out. You can find the original tutorial I used at Simply Kierste.
Adding seasonal decor to this decorative bowl always just adds a little fun.
I love picking up a few fun items like this little guy for at least 50% off in the after season sale and it is always so fun the next year pulling them out after I’ve already forgotten about them.
Last year my friend Kim at Hunt and Host used baseballs for her 4th of July decor and I was like, duh, we are a baseball family how in the world have I never thought to do this! I love the simple touch they add.
Pier 1 Import always has a great selection and often still has plenty to choose from after the holiday is over.
I grabbed this simple idea from Kim’s post too. I mean it just doesn’t get any easier than sand in a mason jar and little flags from the Target dollar spot!
I have learned from watching others to look around the house to incorporate items I already have like this dictionary which just happens to be perfectly red!
I don’t remember where I picked up this little tray last year but I’m thinking it was a great addition. These little cupcake toppers are definitely useful for more than just cupcakes too! Sand as a filler is definitely one of the easiest. I keep a bag of play sand in the garage and use it all year long for different things.
Of course these two just had to make an appearance! They are both as American as apple pie and just as sweet!
I cannot say enough about the side table from World Market. Every blogger I know has this table and when Andrea posted it was 30% off a month ago I pulled the trigger . This piece has added so much warmth to my living room!!
My entry table is also one of my favorite places to add a few accents. The wreath was from a few years ago and it was super easy to make. You can find a tutorial here and the one pointer I will give is to wrap the wreath in ribbon first so it doesn’t show on the side.
Love how wrapping some leftover burlap, denim and gingham dressed up this glass vase.
Truth be told my house has been “undressed” for weeks since I took down my spring decor and it felt so great to put out some fun over the weekend! Here are a few crafts we were hoping to get to before the 4th!
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What is your favorite way to add some Red, White & Blue?
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And don’t forget to come back tomorrow for the Spiel the Beans Linkup so you can spiel on your favorite summer salads as Katy and I host!
LOVE that garland on your mantle!!! I do garlands a lot and didn't even think to do one for the 4th. I adore the 4th and your decor is spot on sensational!!! Happy Monday gorgeous!!
Love your decor and so glad I found your blog! For sure linking up tomorrow!! Looking forward to it!!
Love the red vase with the red, white, and blue pom poms! Did you make that??
Ugh. I have not put one tiny bit of decorations out yet – who am I and what in the world am I doing with my life?? Thanks for the reminder! Ha! Everything looks darling!
So glad you stopped by Heather and happy you are going to join us! A friend of mine had her daughter make the pom poms for me and I slapped them on some wooden skewers and added to my fave red vase. We picked up the little tools and some yarn yesterday and can now make our own! So many things you can do with them.
Thanks sweet friend. It really did just make my day to have some seasonal decorations back out in my house!
I had to get something in order…..every other part of me just wants to sleep until noon.
Awesome! thank you for the info! I am going to try and make some this week!!
I love the thought of using baseballs this time of year. I have plenty of those laying around. I also love the mason jars with sand and flags and the cupcake liners. I love all of your decor, thank you for sharing!
I love all of your decor, do you want to come make my house festive? I have zero things up…I just ran out of time, every weekend seems super buys to get stuff. but I think I need to make the burlap flag, stat!
I use my entry table for seasonal decor but I've been really lazy and never changed it from last summer! Argh!
Precious! I love the little touches of Americana all around. I'm trying to work on a piece but I'm not sure if it will be ready by the 4th! (Crafting, not blogging!). Have a fab Tuesday!
I love how you made everything look festive, but subtle and not over the top at the same time. I spy some SLAH red accent pieces! I put some summer things out at the end of the school year, and don't think I will even bother with the red, white, and blue this time around. The kids are leaving for camp on Sunday, so I'm not even sure what our 4th of July plans will be. A preview of being an empty nester! Have a great day!
You have the best style. I love the pops of red, white and blue. It doesn't look one bit forced or too seasonal. Gorgeous home, friend.
Looks great!!
Jaymie
Aren't baseballs just genius?!! Decorating has to be simple or I would never get it done for sure.
I really just needed to have control over something this past weekend Sarah!! The burlap flag really was super easy and I am NOT crafty!!
Lazy or incredibly smart?!! I'm thinking summer decor all year isn't so bad.
I'm so not crafty girl…i try really hard but have zero patience! Can't wait to see what you make
Thanks Jaymie!!
Oh my gosh Stephanie…that is the highest compliment because this is seriously an area I do not feel I'm very good at. I know what I like when I see it but I have a tough time pulling stuff together. Hope you are having a super day!
I so miss SLAH….I love all the pieces I have. I probably should have left well enough alone but I needed a little pick me up and these decorations hit the spot! My kids won't head to camp until the last week of July…but they are already so excited. It's their favorite part of summer!
Happy Fourth of July Shelly. I'd love to see your home!
Hope you have a super 4th Michelle!