Easy 4th of July Decorating and Craft Ideas

Are you still needing some last minute 4th of July Decorating and Craft Ideas? I’m returning to the traditional red, white and blue for today’s inspiration.

This weeks Recycled Star Wreath tutorial was a departure with all neutrals for the 4th of July.

Today’s post if full of ideas and tutorials for easy 4th of July crafts and decorating ideas and you can get the whole family involved.

I’m joining Amber from Follow the Yellow Brick Home for her Patriotic Celebrations Blog Hop. If you are joining me from Cindy at Country Road 407, welcome. Didn’t you love her Southern Delight Punch Bowl Cake?

What Are Some Free And Easy 4th of July Craft Ideas?

First, if you are like myself, you may have a supply of scrap fabrics. I can’t seem to throw away left over fabrics so I usually have a good supply.

Here are a few things you can do with your scrap fabric.

Scrap Red and Blue Ticking Fabric for 4th of July Decorating

You can create fun and inexpensive 4th of July Decor using red and blue ticking stripe fabric.

To create this fun Chandelier, rip strips of ticking fabric and tie them to a light fixture. I also made a few drop cloth stars and some crystals to make it more festive.

Scrap ticking fabric on greenhouse chandelier for 4th of July decorating.

This is so cheap and easy to make and looks great hanging from this DIY Solar Chandelier over a rustic patriotic dinner table.

In addition, the center piece is a simple thrifted basket filled with greenery and a few American Flags.

The 4th of July Decor for this table is complete with these DIY Patriotic Napkins which are also made from scarp ticking fabric.

This Made Easy Patriotic Tablescape was my first table setting I added to the DIY Greenhouse.

DIY Ticking Napkins with cutlery pockets for 4th of July dining table.

How To Make A Scrap Fabric Pillow

Here is another way to use your scrap fabric to decorate for the 4th of July.

You can once again use red and blue ticking fabric scraps to make this fun and easy no sew Fourth of July pillow.

Scrap Fabric 4th of July Pillow craft. Independence Day Pillow

You only need Scrap Fabric, Permanent Fabric Glue and a Pillow Cover to make this Easy No Sew Pillow Tutorial. To see the video tutorial click here.

Easy 4th of July crafts for free using scrap fabric to make a star pillow cover.

How To Make Free Patriotic Crafts?

Y’all know I love free decor and here is a super fun and easy way to add patriotic decor to your decor.

This Patriotic Wreath From Twigs Tutorial can be made any size that you desire.

This would be fun for kids as well as adults.

Twig Flag Craft Project for 4th of July Free DIY Patriotic Project

This would be a fun project for any group gathering over the holiday.

You can each make smaller stars to apply around the grapevine wreath and everyone would have a part in the project.

See video tutorial here.

4th of July Craft Ideas Star Flag made from twigs - Twig craft Twig DIY

Patriotic Decorating Ideas work from Memorial Day through Labor Day so there are so many options.

Here is another DIY Patriotic Light Decor Idea which was added to the screened porch light fixture.

In addition, I recently had this impromptu Patriotic Picnic on the porch when an unexpected rain shower cancelled our original plans.

Patriotic Flag Light Fixture using diy flags, Fourth of July light decorations

To see more ideas, check out these 17 Patriotic Memorial Day Ideas which are appropriate for 4th of July Decorating.

4th of July tablescape on pier.  Patriotic table setting for alfresco dinning. Independence Day picnic

I hope you enjoyed all of these 4th of July Decorating and Craft ideas for the upcoming holiday! Up next is Stacy at Bricks N Blooms Easy Patriotic Front Porch Ideas.

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Patriotic Flag Pillow cover made with scrap fabrics.

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28 Comments

  1. There are so many fabulous ideas in this post, Rachel, I don’t even know which one to pin first! I love all the festive ways you’re celebrating the 4th this year. They’re fantastic! Hugs, CoCo

  2. Oh my gosh Rachel you have shared so many fun, festive and inspiring ideas. I have a bit of ticking that is absolutely going to get used!

  3. I love all your wonderful and fun patriotic ideas, Rachel, but I’m really crushing on your ticking chair pad. so so adorable! I’m such a fan of ticking anything. Your greenhouse is such an amazing setting for every holiday and season. Have a great weekend!

  4. Give me all the ticking stripes! I love all of them, including the cute napkins with the pocket! Pinning lots of ideas!

  5. Oh my goodness – so many fantastic ideas and crafts!!!!! I have got to find some ticking fabric. I keep saying that and forget every dang time I’m at the store. Bet your home is always fun and festive. Enjoy your summer!

  6. All your projects are so amazing Rachel and inspire me so much!! You need to invite us all to craft camp at The Ponds!

  7. Rachel you always have the most creative ideas. I loved them all especially the pillow! Pinned and wishing you a very happy summer!

  8. What a great party Rachel! I love your pretty wreath on the porch and you always do the best job with your pillows.

  9. Love all your fabric scrap creative DIY ideas, Rachel. I’ve got so much fabric; great ideas to use them!

  10. Rachel you have so many cute and creative ideas for patriotic holidays! I love that twigs star and the fun fabric scraps chandelier. Your home looks so great decked out for holidays, but I especially love it with red, white and blue accents. I love your greenhouse so much too!

    Thanks for joining the hop! Have a happy Fourth of July!

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