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Patriotic Decorations: Elegant Fourth of July Table Decor Ideas

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In this post: Patriotic decorations for July 4th can be kitschy. If you prefer elegant Fourth of July table decor, here are some ideas to honor the holiday in style.

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While everyone enjoys a great party or barbecue for the Fourth of July, the festivities often start later in the day. Since we’re generally out in the evening, I like to do a table setting for an intimate brunch. As always, I start with a great print that defines my color story, here provided by the red, white and blues in the silk scarf, thrown atop the bistro table in lieu of a tablecloth.

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Red roses are combined with white and blue hydrangea for the floral arrangement, which is punctuated by barbershop striped straws.

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Candles and blue bottles help drive the theme home on the mantelpiece which serves as a backdrop for the setting.

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The embroidered stars and ticking stripes pillows are among the key ingredients that tell the story of what this celebration is about.

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What is a celebration without a little sweet?

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Punch is served in crystal flutes with the whimsical striped straws.

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I use my solid pieces over and over, including red linen napkins, navy salad plates, white dinner plates, as well as gilded chargers with beaded edging. The interest in this place setting is enhanced by the cottage floral butter plates.  (See below for resource list.)

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The book no American home should be without.

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Happy Independence Day to all!!

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  • Gold chargers
  • White dinner plates
  • Cottage floral bread plates
  • Glen plaid champagne flutes
  • First love flatware
  • Red hemstitch napkins
  • White embroidered napkins
  • Lucite napkin rings
  • Ticking stripe pillow
  • Bird salt and pepper set
  • Red and white striped straws

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  1. Bev says

    Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 8:41 pm

    Lovely table…the hydrangeas and roses are perfect together.

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 10:29 pm

      Thanks for visiting and commenting Bev! I’m glad you enjoyed. It means a lot to me… πŸ™‚

      Reply
  2. Jenna says

    Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 10:30 pm

    Very different and creative Lory, it looks like a private table set at the White House, the gold chargers are brilliant! Love the stars and stripes pillows too~

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 11:40 pm

      Thanks Jenna! I knew I wanted to do something a bit different than a barbecue. Glad the formal approach comes across… πŸ™‚

      Reply
  3. Sandra says

    Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 11:31 pm

    Very elegant and intimate! Wishing you a peaceful and happy holiday.

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 11:43 pm

      Thanks Sandra! A wonderful Fourth to you too… πŸ™‚

      Reply
  4. Kim says

    Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 10:57 pm

    Cute setting and don’t you just love that star pillow. I love the textured stars. Thanks for coming by and I would love to have you join wow us Wednesdays, too.

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 11:05 pm

      Thanks! And yes, I will most definitely come by… πŸ™‚

      Reply
  5. Mary Alice Patterson says

    Friday, July 4, 2014 at 8:12 am

    Your brunch table setting is perfect and beautiful! I love the combination of hydrangeas and roses.
    Thanks so much for stopping by my blog for a visit.
    Mary Alice

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Friday, July 4, 2014 at 10:31 am

      Thank you too Mary Alice!!

      Reply
  6. Zenda says

    Friday, July 4, 2014 at 9:27 am

    OMG, this is gorgeous! What a lovely idea!! Enjoy and Happy 4th!

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Friday, July 4, 2014 at 10:46 am

      Thanks and right back to you!!

      Reply
  7. JoAnne says

    Friday, July 4, 2014 at 3:15 pm

    I would love to have brunch at that sweet table and I have always thougt the villeroy and boch cottage dinnerware is charming . . . especially topped with that yummy tart!

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Friday, July 4, 2014 at 3:52 pm

      Thanks for stopping by and commenting! I must admit, the tart is gone and I may have been responsible for that… πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  8. Laura Ingalls Gunn says

    Friday, July 4, 2014 at 6:20 pm

    What a truly pretty patriotic party. The scarf is gorgeous.

    Have a Happy 4th of July!

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Friday, July 4, 2014 at 6:25 pm

      Thanks! Right back to you!!

      Reply
  9. Candy S says

    Friday, July 4, 2014 at 8:12 pm

    Love the patriotic brunch setting. Everything looks lovely.

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Saturday, July 5, 2014 at 11:09 am

      Thanks Candy!!

      Reply
  10. Poppy says

    Saturday, July 5, 2014 at 6:48 am

    Your fireside for the fouth is fabulously styled, Lory! The patriotic hued textures, prints, colours and shapes blend so brilliantly together to create a delightful and dramatic setting. Hope you had a wonderful celebration!

    Poppy

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Saturday, July 5, 2014 at 11:10 am

      Thank you so much Poppy! We did… πŸ™‚

      Reply
  11. Suzan says

    Monday, July 7, 2014 at 12:51 pm

    Just beautiful Lory – ALL of it – love the bottle and candles ( red white and blue )
    Hope you had a wonderful July 4th weekend !
    Hugs from Montreal
    Suzan

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Monday, July 7, 2014 at 2:04 pm

      Thank you so much Suzan!

      Reply
  12. Scribbler Unfocused says

    Monday, July 7, 2014 at 3:04 pm

    I am so glad that you stopped by my blog and left a comment. I have never seen your blog before, but I am loving it!

    Thanks for visiting, and I am adding you to my list of favorites.

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Monday, July 7, 2014 at 3:35 pm

      Thank you so much! Yes, I just started my blog a few weeks ago, so thanks for the support… πŸ™‚ I’m just getting the hang of how and where to subscribe to everyone, but I’m having great fun!

      Reply
  13. LuAnn says

    Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at 12:09 pm

    Love the intimate Fourth of July tablescape you created! What a great idea. The accents you used really express the feel of the holiday!
    LuAnn πŸ˜‰

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at 12:25 pm

      Thanks LuAnn!!

      Reply
  14. laurie says

    Friday, July 11, 2014 at 3:13 pm

    You made red, white, and blue look elegant. This is a stunning setting, and I love the use of the scarf for the table topper. laurie

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Friday, July 11, 2014 at 3:22 pm

      Thanks Laurie! And thanks for stopping by… πŸ™‚

      Reply
  15. Christine says

    Sunday, July 13, 2014 at 7:24 pm

    Great tablescape Lory. I am loving those dishes and goblets!

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm.com says

      Sunday, July 13, 2014 at 7:59 pm

      Thanks Christine! You will see those goblets over and over, as I use them a lot… πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  16. Olivia- Reinvented Collection says

    Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at 11:29 pm

    Lori, I love everything about this tablescape! The way the stripes and stars play with the patterns in your tablecloth are striking, but elegant, yet cozy and intimate. Did I find enough adjectives to describe how I see this space? πŸ˜‰

    Now that I’m aware of a Constitution Day, I think a big “shindig” would be a lot of fun. There are so many ways to host a fun party. I do love a good themed party with costumes. I know not everyone is terribly thrilled about the idea of dressing up but how fun would it be to have a period style Constitution party? It could be an elegant semi-formal affair or even a casual outdoor shindig complete with games of the time.

    I wonder if any bloggers would be interested in doing a blog post with a tour? It would definitely be something new.

    Thank you for sharing your post with me. πŸ™‚ Everything is beautiful!

    Olivia

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Thursday, July 7, 2016 at 6:57 pm

      Ha ha… well, maybe next year… πŸ˜‰ Thanks for the kind words!!

      Reply
  17. Liz @ Infuse With Liz says

    Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 5:19 pm

    Everything is quite fabulous here. I especially like the floral arrangment. The soft colors of the hydrangeas mixed with the patriotic colors are wonderful and thos straws really made a great accent. You really have a wonderful decorating touch!

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