Outdoor Patriotic Decorations: 4th of July Yard Decor Ideas

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Enhance your outdoor patio with simple yet elegant patriotic decorations perfect for the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, and more. Let’s take a look at how to blend everyday pillows and decor with patriotic flags and accents to achieve a classy look.

Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a parade, these timeless, tasteful decorating ideas will add a touch of patriotic style to your celebrations year after year.

Simple Outdoor Patriotic Decorations & Ideas 

From tablescapes to patio furniture, I want to share with you some simple outdoor patriotic decorations and designs to create the perfect setting for your 4th of July barbecue or picnics.

You don’t have to go overboard or blow your budget – there’s a better way!

I’ll share some of my own designs & DIY decorations for the perfect finishing touch.

4th of July Outdoor Decorations

Ready to celebrate our great nation? Follow the 10 tips below to get a patriotic outdoor display you’ll love!

1. Start with setting up outdoor seating

You can use whatever outdoor furniture you have (This furniture set and has great ratings). If you prefer a sectional that is affordable, try this outdoor sectional.

These outdoor decorating ideas are easy to implement, and you can recreate this look very easily. Whether you have a big or small outdoor space, find a corner that allows you to create a cozy seating area and anchor the space with an outdoor rug.

2. Layer red, white, and blue pillows

Mixing red striped, solid blue and a cute flag pillow will create a beautiful patriotic theme in minutes. If your outdoor area is covered and out of the elements, then you can use indoor pillows but if not, here are a handful of beautiful outdoor pillows to get this look.

• Flag pillows
• Red checkered pillows
• Red stripped pillows
• 4th of July pillows
• Solid blue outdoor pillows
• Bunting Flag
• Dog Sweater

3. Incorporate flags

Adding an American flag with red and blue stripes is an easy way to add a patriotic design theme to your Fourth of July decor.

They are not “patriotic throw pillows” but they represent the red, white, and blue color scheme. Since these pillows aren’t distinctly patriotic, you can use them any time of the year! Plus, red, white, and blue are iconic and look great in any yard.

4. Mix and match patterns

Decorating with red white and blue is easy, and when you mix and match patterns, you will create a designer look in no time.

How sweet are the little white stars on this throw pillow? It’s just precious and makes it clear this is a patriotic display.

5. Choose an outdoor rug

Outdoor rugs are a great way to ground your space and give it a cohesive look. You will notice I used a blue rug (this blue rug is similar and a great price) that is perfect for Memorial Day or the 4th of July but is also perfect for the entire summer.

Memorial Day and 4th of July decorations do not need to be gaudy looking. Stick to these easy patriotic outdoor ideas and you will end up with a classy and sophisticated patio.

I am not a fan of loads of ribbon and honestly, less is more when creating a patriotic themed patio.

Outdoor patriotic decorating ideas for front porch

These outdoor decor ideas can definitely be used on a front porch (or side/back porch) too! In fact, if you have a covered porch, you may be able to use some of your indoor decor items as they will be out of the weather. 

I am a huge proponent of bringing the indoors outdoors and creating outdoor living spaces that are cozy and warm just like you would inside your home.

I have a large outdoor storage container that I store the indoor patio decor (throw blankets etc.) in, which allows me to add indoor elements easily when entertaining.

4th of July Decor Ideas for Parties

Especially if you’re inviting over a crowd, it’s worth it to invest a little time and money into timeless decor that you can use every summer!

6. Decorate your beverage station

If you are having an outdoor party (don’t miss this post 30 4th of July party ideas), don’t forget to set up a beverage station and decorate it with patriotic decor to wow your guests. Adjacent to the seating area, we have a small pool house that has vinyl cedar shakes, and it was the perfect backdrop for the patriotic beverage station.

7. Create a focal point

Another fun patriotic outdoor decor idea (and if you want to go the extra mile) is to find a cute backdrop (could be greenery, a house wall, or even a pool) to place your table in front of and simply add patriotic decor to the wall or along the table. The banners are really cute and helped add a little pizzazz to the table. Flag bunting would look great here, too!

Red and blue balloon garland is also another budget friendly way to decorate outdoors.

I used a plastic folding table and covered it with a red striped throw blanket. I used 3M command strips to hang the wooden America sign as well as the patriotic paper fans.

You can either buy the paper fans or make your own. An easy patriotic decor idea is to make your own patriotic crafts. They are fun and easy to make.

A tiered tray is perfect for snacks and treats and a great way to display red, white and blue decor. You can make any tiered tray look patriotic by trying red ribbon or blue and white star ribbon around each layer.

Check out these patriotic mellamine dishes on Amazon if hosting a 4th of July party.

8. Look for red, white, and blue containers

Small blue star containers filled with chocolate covered popcorn is a sweet snack that most everyone will love.

 

Creating a patriotic tablescape is easier than you think. All I did was fill a blue ice bucket with geraniums and added a couple flags. It took about 2 minutes!

The table setting consists of white and blue melamine dishes, layered red and blue placemats and blue checkered napkins that are actually dish towels! I thought they were super cute and coordinated perfectly.

9. DIY patriotic table display for 4th of July

Creating a patriotic tablescape is easier than you think. All I did was fill a blue ice bucket with geraniums and added a couple of flags. It took about 2 minutes!

10. Mix red white and blue plates & table decor

The table setting consists of white and blue melamine dishes, layered red and blue placemats, and blue checkered napkins that are actually dish towels! I thought they were super cute and coordinated perfectly.

Related: See our Summer Backyard Oasis Patio 

If you are looking for entertaining ideas, my friend Cheryl has an amazing post, Born in the USA – entertaining ideas.