July 4th Patio Tablescape. See how to create a patio tablescape with a little patriotic flare. I’m sharing how to group vintage items and flowers, plus a mix of red, white and blue for a festive summer celebration.
Pinterest Challenge
It’s time for our June Pinterest challenge, and this month we are turning out attention to patriotic decor. If this is your first time to join us for a Pinterest challenge, this is how it works. Our host Cindy over at County Road 407, selects a photo for us to recreate, and each participant puts their own spin on the photo.
If you’re popping over from South House Designs, welcome to Thistle Key Lane. I adore Diane’s patriotic porch. How about you?
Click here to see last year’s June PC post which has lots of last minute ideas for July 4th decorating.
The inspiration photo for this month is from Worthing Court. Suzy’s screened in porch is so inviting with light shades of blue and patriotic accents. Oh to have a large porch for entertaining and relaxing must be such a delight.
July 4th Patio Tablescape
Right off the bat, I’m spotting four things from Suzy’s photo, that I can use in a July 4th patio tablescape.
- stars and stripes
- cute vintage truck
- metal lantern with a candle
- red flowers and greenery
I always give myself a little pat on the back when I can use what I already have around the house for our challenges. The only thing I don’t have is a porch. So I’m taking these decorating elements to the patio.
In the late afternoon we have good shade on the patio plus a big umbrella to help keep the table cool. Our backdrop is a tall holly hedge that works as a sound barrier across the back fence. Perfect for eating al fresco!
Creating A Centerpiece
To create my centerpiece I’m starting off with a blue and white tablecloth folded, to use as a table runner. Now I can build from there adding my accent pieces.
Red Kalanchoes, which are flowering succulent plants, brings in a big pop of red to the table. These heat loving plants, that fit right in with our Texas summer weather. You can click here for the post on how to decorated a flower pot like the one I’m using in the centerpiece.
Adding Vintage Accents
A navy star bolt, and a 1950’s Tonka Toys truck look pretty cute in the mix. I have to admit, I would not have thought of using a toy truck without seeing Suzy’s inspiration photo. I love using something that is unexpected, plus the truck will make a fun conversation piece.
For some height I’m using a vintage lantern with striped ribbon for another pop of red. I’m loving how these pieces are working together and now I have a one of a kind centerpiece.
Patriotic Starts And Stripes
Displaying American flags is probably the easiest way to decorate for July 4th. It’s takes no effort at all to display small flags in a vase or jar.
Larger flags inserted into my potted flowers extend the festive look to the surrounding patio wall. Just look how well they show up in front of the dark green hedge. How easy is that?
The rest of the table is set with navy placemats, napkins and bamboo melamine dishes. When I was gathering everything to bring outdoors I decided to use a flower pot lined with a bandana to hold the flatware. Easy peasy!
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Now I’m sending you over to French Ethereal to see how Barb is decorating her patio for July 4th. Be sure to continue clicking through the links below to visit everyone participating in this month’s PC.
Cheers!
June Pinterest Challenge Continues…
Michelle,
You have nailed a 4th of July tablescape! The colors with the natural elements are so festive. The blue truck did it for me! You sure know your way around a tablescape. Happy summer sweet friend!
Thank you so much Christy! I certainly had fun with this tablescape!
Michelle
I love your colorful patriotic table. These dishes are so fun.
Thanks Rachel! I finally got smart and got melamine dishes to use around pool! 😉
Michelle this tablescape is just the cutest! It reminds me of a fabulous small-town parade. So fun!
Thanks Laura! I would love to drive an old truck like this in a parade LOL!
Your table is perfect and adding the old truck was icing on the cake! I saw that in Susy’s photo and was hoping someone had one. Everything came together beautifully and looks so festive. Hope you recreate it again and enjoy it when it’s cooler. pinned
Thank you Cindy! Yes we hope to be sitting out here on July 4th and cooling off in the pool every 10 minutes or so LOL!
If I didn’t love it just for the cachepot, the adorable truck did it for me! Okay, then there are those gorgeous dishes . . . and the block print “runner”. I guess just put me down for loving it all!
Thank you so much Diane for the sweet comments! Hope you have a fun celebrating on the 4th too!
Michelle, even without a porch, you managed to bring that patriotic summer flavor to your patio! The layered runner really sets it off and I love the details and that little striped ribbon on your lantern! Stay cool my friend xx
Thank you Cindy! Staying cool will be a priority around here on the 4th!
Your table is perfect. I love the iron set and your dishes really set the mood. That blue truck is a show stopper, so perfect with the flags. Totall love it all.
Thank you Marty! I really loved Suzy’s photo. That’s what makes these challenges so fun!
Michelle, I love your Tonka truck paired with the kalanchoes and handmade vase!! Isn’t it fun to just put things you wouldn’t think go together and a whole new look comes out of it?! Really fun tablescape!! I see those stars all the time and wondered what they were used for.
Enjoy your beautiful table and Happy 4th,
Barb 🙂
Thank you Barb for the sweet comments! This was such a fun challenge for me. Happy 4th!!
Looks so good, Michelle. The navy Tonka truck and blue star bolt are perfect additions! Happy 4th!
Thanks so much Kim! July 4th is always a favorite holiday to celebrate!
Michelle, your patriotic tablescape is the perfect setting for enjoying the 4th of July. Your dishes are gorgeous and the blue truck is a fun addition to the table in your beautiful back yard. Happy 4th, my friend.
Thank you so much Carol! Hope you have a fabulous 4th of July celebration too, and try to stay cool!
Your blue tonka truck is too cute! Love your festive table setting, and so nice to have a pretty hedge as a backdrop (for pics. too;). The stripe ribbon on the lantern is the perfect finishing touch. Happy 4th!
Thank you Lora! Hope you have a Happy 4th today!!