Summer is upon us and that means that the 4th of July party ideas are in now season. I thought I would begin sparking inspiration now with the 4th of July Decorations DIY projects.

Here are some creative and inspiring DIY projects to motivate you to pull out your craft supplies to make your own decorations for 4th of July.

I am a big fan of making my own decorations with the ever-changing seasons.

1. 31 Unusual Flag Ideas that Actually Look Amazing

I love this collection of unique projects that use items already around your house that you can turn into patriotic decor. These 4th of July Decorations DIY projects will get your mind buzzing with ideas of things you can do today to get ready for Independence day BBQs and having guests over.

2. Floor Size DIY Fire Cracker Decor

Decorate your home for 4th of July in style with these life-sized firecrackers! All you need is some wood posts and paint.

3. Light Up Patriotic Garland

Save your Christmas lights for this patriotic project! Who doesn’t have string lights around from decorating a Christmas tree or home during the holidays? All you need are lights and patriotic fabric.

4. Patriotic Wood Fire Crackers We Made for the Front Porch

Get Patriotic with these fabulous front yard firecrackers!

5. Fun ‘n Easy Stacked Patriotic Planters

Grab your clay pots and some paint to make this pretty little garden project!

6. DIY Lanterns Made From Frames

A mom lays out cheap photo frames & everyone’s going to copy her idea. This project is perfect outdoor decor for the fourth of July BBQs! I love how creative the idea is to assemble frames together to make beautiful centerpieces for Independence Day!

7. 10 Patriotic Projects Perfect For Your Fourth Of July Party

Whip out the red, white, and blue with these ideas perfect for your 4th of July barbecue! So many more cool 4th of July Decorations to DIY this year.

8. Make a Patriotic Wreath With Your Old Jeans

Cut up your old jeans for this gorgeous front door idea! Don’t know about you but I’m already getting ready to celebrate July 4th! You know you have that old pair of jeans you will never wear again in your closet or maybe your kids have outgrown a pair or two. They would be perfect for this DIY wreath project.

9. DIY Patriotic Luminaries

Take your empty pickle jar and create this gorgeous patriotic luminary! Really any jar would work well for this DIY luminary idea.

10. 9 Genius Decorating Hacks Using Table Cloths

These made us want to drop everything and buy a ton of cheapo tablecloths! My family hoards table cloths so these ideas give me hope that I can finally repurpose them for holiday decor.

What did you think of these projects? You should definitely check out each one. Let me know which one is your favorite in the comments below.

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