We are half way through June and my home is brimming with Patriotic Decorations, is yours Sweet Friend? Red, White and Blue is so fun and easy as it adds the perfect pop of color to any style. Learn Five Quick and Easy Patriotic Decor Ideas using Dollar Store Items.

Patriotic Decorations from the Dollar Tree!

I love shopping. I especially love shopping at the Dollar Store and Second Hand Stores. Do you wonder why? Of course, not! Cheaper is always better! Seasonal decorating can get pricey, so smart shopping is a must.

Every season I usually pop over to the Dollar Store to see what’s new. This time the Dollar Store delivered. The Dollar Store had star scatter, lanterns, flags, scarves, signs, sparklers, and I could go on and on. It can be quick and easy to decorate your home with patriotic decor and here’s how.

Five Quick and Easy Patriotic Decor Ideas!

Number one: Set a Table

Dining can be elaborate or simple, but setting a beautiful table makes all the difference. Celebrating Red, White and Blue during the summer months is key. I used Dollar Store items on a Patriotic Tablesetting with bandanas, stars, sunflowers and simple white dishes.

The Patriotic Tablescape Idea project was so fun that I decided to create a video. Are you subscribed to my You Tube Channel? Don’t forget to check out the video.

Number two: Create a Centerpiece.

Every table needs a centerpiece and a vase full of flowers is not always enough. Remember the St. Patrick’s Day Flower Centerpiece I created last March? I can imagine a centerpiece similar flowing with Red, White and Blue.

Number three: Style a Bookcase

Bookcases aren’t just for books, you can include other items like Patriotic Decor. I like to add flowers or plants in pretty pots. Table scatter similar to the bandanas turned into stars I created (DIY tutorial coming soon), add a touch of whimsical nostalgic. I also incorporate cute patriotic signs on my bookcases. All of these items can be found from the Dollar Tree.

Number four: Decorate your Front Door

Every front door deserves to look pretty and decorating it for the season is a favorite of mine. Every door needs a wreath and if you are a wreath lover like me, you even put wreaths on your walls. Wreaths layered on Shutters or Old Windows are also a great addition to the home. I found some wood stars from the Dollar Tree last year and they made the perfect Star Wreath. I painted the stars Red, White and Blue and then attached them to an embroidery hoop. The DIY is on the blog.

Every door also needs a large sign and a beautiful door mat. Remember my DIY Valentine’s Day Doormat where I stenciled atop a Dollar Store Mat. It sat on my beautiful deck. You could also layer it atop a colorful rug. The options are really endless and the Dollar Store is the place to find ideas.

You could also use the Dollar Tree Hats in Red and Blue to create a wreath. I found that project on Pinterest and pinned it to make later. The Dollar Tree has so many different types of wreath forms available. The options are really endless.

I created a board on Pinterest just for my favorite Red, White and Blue Wreaths. Check out my 4th of July Patriotic Wreath Board on Pinterest for more ideas and inspiration.

Number five: Make a Pillow

The perfect way to show off the new season in your home is by decorating with pillows. I like to keep a stash of Ikea Pillow Covers on hand, because they are super cheap. I use these pillow covers to decorate with extra material or paint and stencils . No-Sew Decorative Pillows, just like the Heart Pillows I made for Valentine’s Day, are super easy. What do you think of my Star Bandana No Sew Pillows? The DIY tutorial is coming soon.

I’ve got a Patriotic Craft Board on Pinterest with some cute pillow ideas that you can check out and follow.

I hope these ideas have inspired you to decorate your home for the seasons. Now go out there and Create Something.

Cynthia

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Every backyard needs birdhouses, sundials, and birdbaths, Sweet Friends. And every backyard needs an outdoor luncheon. Today, I’m going to give you Five Simple Tips for Hosting an Outdoor Luncheon.

This post is in collaboration with Worx.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  A big thanks to Worx for providing me the Landroid Power Share Robotic Lawn Mower.

Simple Tips for Hosting an Outdoor Luncheon!

In this backyard the birds enjoy their birdseed. The birds fly in and out of their houses. The birds even bathe in their bird bath. The birds love finding worms on the grass. The birds are always happy.

But in this backyard the grass was overgrown. The grass was brown. The grass even had some leftovers from the pups.

When I decided to plan an Outdoor Luncheon for my parents, first on my list of to-do’s was the grass.

Summer has arrived and it seems fitting for an Outdoor Luncheon. My parents don’t get outside much. I wanted to set up a simple “patriotic themed” outdoor luncheon for Mom and Dad. An opportunity for them to enjoy some sunshine and lunch.

Five Simple Tips to Hosting an Outdoor Luncheon!

Step one:

Clean up the yard! My parents love their Worx Landroid. It’s super easy to use and it does a great job at mowing the lawn. What I really like about this Worx Landroid is the grass is cut evenly and there is no extra grass clippings to clean up.

Step two:

Find a table and chairs. For this outdoor luncheon, I located a fold up table and chairs on the side of the house. It was perfect because I could move it to the exact spot I wanted the luncheon. Mom and Dad needed a change of scenery and this was ideal.

Step three:

Set the table. For this backyard luncheon I created a simple table setting. I used an old drop cloth for the table and a flag as a table runner. Silver Chargers and White Plastic Plates with some real silverware and a white napkin seemed appropriate. Plastic glasses were in order, as broken glass outdoors is never fun. I included a pretty vase with a rose. The chairs were adorned with Dollar Store patriotic looking globes. Setting an outdoors luncheon doesn’t need to be fancy, it just needs to be practical.

Step four:

Don’t forget lots of water and a tasty lunch.

Step five:

Sunscreen and hats are a must. Before I sent Mom and Dad outside for their Simple Outdoor Luncheon, they loaded up with sunscreen and hats.

Benefits of the Worx Landroid Mower!

The Worx Landroid sure made this project easy. Every yard needs to be cleaned up prior to an Outdoor Luncheon. If the yard isn’t beautiful how can the lunch be enjoyable?

Here are the benefits of the Worx Landroid Mower. The online instruction guide videos makes setting up the Landroid super easy. Installing the wire system is super simple and all the parts are included in the box. The Landroid comes with a base docking station which allows the Landroid to return to it’s station after it has mowed the lawn and easily re-charge. The mower works when it needs to work. It’s agile, safe and accurate. The blade depth can be adjusted on the Landroid which allows you to personalize the length of your grass. The placement of the blade on the Landroid, allows for a clean cut to the edge and less trim work needed later. The Landroid moves randomly on your grass so you don’t get lines in the grass.

I hope I have inspired you to go out there and Create Something.

Cynthia

Do you like Table Setting ideas? Check out my Valentine’s Day Table Setting, Easter Table Setting, Thanksgiving Table Setting and Christmas Table Setting.

If you’d like to recreate this project follow the links below:

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