Celebrate with Patriotic Bunting

Independence Day is the perfect time to show your patriotic spirit, and using red, white, and blue bunting is an excellent material to let your creativity explode. Bunting refers to fabric that is decorated with national colors. Certainly celebrations on the 4th of July would not be complete without the red, white and blue.

Summertime means events are headed outdoors, as you are nearly guaranteed sunny skies. If you’re planning a neighborhood extravaganza, or just a barbecue with family and friends, you can use it in diverse ways to set the tone.

 

Bunting ribbons come in a variety of sizes so they can be used for bedecking a variety of items. Starting with the basics, you can decorate tables with the stars and stripes by using a wide piece as a long table runner. Or, you could cut individual pieces to create placemats.

Thinner ribbon could be used for the place settings, themselves. Wrap the silverware in the napkins, and then tie it all together with the ribbon. Add some garnish to individual cups, wrapping them in a swath of ribbon as well.

Banners can add another layer of color to your yard. Using patriotic bunting, cut out rectangular strips or triangles, then attach them to some string.  Hang them between trees or along the fence line to create a border.

Fabric fans with stars, stripes, or both, are made to drape across railings, and could look charming attached to a deck. Welcome guests with some draped across your gate or front porch.

Unlike other seasonal décor, patriotic designs can be used year-round. You can hang it up for Memorial Day, Labor Day or Veterans’ Day, or any other time you feel it is appropriate.

Using patriotic bunting is a quick and easy way to embellish your Independence Day celebration while showing your love of country. It comes in different styles and sizes so you can use it just about anywhere and on anything.