4th of July Tablescape

Here’s how I did my pretty table: (Be sure to watch the attached video and please subscribe to my youtube channel where I show videos of various home projects. Thank you!)

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Step One (4th of July Tablescape):

Here, I started with a crisp red and white striped tablecloth. Pro-tip: If your tablecloth is a bit small for your table, try placing it on an angle as it will look interesting and deliberate. You could also use a solid white or red cloth as the first layer instead of the striped one.

Step Two (4th of July Tablescape):

Next, I added royal blue placemats at each place setting. This layering of a placemat over the cloth is rich and cozy in its effects. Plus, the blue color really kicks off the red, white, and, the blue color scheme for this patriotic table setting.

Step Three (4th of July Tablescape):

Now, I added red-edged white plates. These are old and from Crate and Barrel. Truly, white plates would work well too. But, I have been so surprised at how often I have used these red-edged ones. I use them for all the summer patriotic holidays, Valentine’s day, and even in some Christmas table settings!

Step Four (4th of July Tablescape)

Here I am folding a red bandana into a knot, to be used as a napkin. I alternated red, white, and blue bandanas all around the table. I added red gingham bows to the candlesticks as well as battery-operated candles. Lastly, I found these flag-themed dessert plates last year at Sur La’Table, but you could achieve a similar effect with these cute paper plates.

Step Five (4th of July Tablescape)

Next, I added red tumblers, flatware, and the first blue bottle of the centerpiece (see below).

Step Six (4th of July Tablescape)

Check out this darling centerpiece! I took five clear cobalt bottles and filled them with red and white carnations. They looked so cute! Pro-tip: Be sure that any tall items on your table are translucent so that everyone can see each other across the table! Lastly, in this photo, I began to layer a few star-shaped garlands around the table for interest.

Step Seven (4th of July Tablescape)

Here, I added a Dollar Store (I think) sparkly garland around the edge of the centerpiece. The table just needed a bit MORE! I also layered in some red and silver star garlands and beads for final touches.

Step Eight (4th of July Tablescape)

Here’s a final photo of much of the table. (Again, please watch the video for more close-ups). Isn’t this table setting so festive? Does it make you smile? I hope so!

What are you doing this Fourth of July? Will you, like me, be traveling? I’m so excited to be seeing this holiday in a different locale! Let me know your plans below! Happy Early Fourth of July!

XO,

Dr. Julie

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