Fun Fourth of July Party Decorations on a Budget

Throw a Fun, Festive & Cheap Bash with These 4th of July Party Decorations

Tamara McRill
Fourth of July party decorations can be done on a budget, without your party losing any of its celebratory feeling. Cheap party decorations can perfectly set a party's mood, if used the right way. These five decorative elements are perfect if your party decorations are on a budget.

Cheap 4th of July Party Decoration #1: Crepe Paper
Crepe paper can be strung everywhere to decorate your party. Use this cheap party decoration to hang above your guests heads, decorate party tables and your house. Buy red, white and blue to enhance the patriotic theme. Crepe paper can be purchased at dollar stores at $1 for two rolls.

Cheap 4th of July Party Decoration #2: Balloons
Balloons are the ultimate cheap party decoration. A couple of bags of red, white and blue balloons will have you party ready, in no time. Patriotic balloons can be blown up and fastened to any surface you can think of. You can purchase these Fourth of July party decorations for $1 a bag. For added fun, purchase a helium tank at your dollar store. They retail for $15-$20. This will allow you to use the balloons as free-standing centerpieces.

Cheap 4th of July Party Decoration #3: Americana Candles
Americana candles can have detailed embellishments, such as stars and stripes or just be in your patriotic color theme. Group these cheap party decorations on any safe available surface. Your guests will appreciated the soft glow, as they are watching fireworks. Get creative with your Fourth of July party decoration candle-scapes, by purchasing candles of varying length, width and color. Retailing at $1-$6, candles are perfect for party decorations on a budget.

Cheap 4th of July Party Decoration #4: Tableclothes
If you are looking for a cheap party decoration that will give a big punch of color, use a table cloth. Go through your house and find any red, white or blue fabric. This can be an existing tablecloth, sheets or curtains. Cover your party tables with these and you have a free Fourth of July party decoration. If you fabric is not big enough to cover your table, fasten more than one together. This can be done with safety pins or easily removed stitches. If you do not have any fabric available for this 4th of July party decoration, don't worry. Go to your local dollar store's cheap party decoration isle, where you will find festive plastic tablecloths for a dollar.

Cheap 4th of July Party Decoration #5: Plastic Dishes
If your Fourth of July party decorations are on a budget, it can be hard to find festive dinnerware. Consider purchasing inexpensive plastic dishes. Plastic dishes and serving containers come in a variety of eye-pleasing patriotic designs. These dishes will add to your Fourth of July decorations by adding extra color to your table. Not only are plastic dishes festive, but they are also better suited to outdoor parties. They are more durable and will not break when dropped. Plastic dishes that can be used as 4th of July party decorations can be purchased at discount and dollar stores for $1-$5.

Go ahead and save money by purchasing your Fourth of July party decorations on a budget. These cheap party decorations will still serve their purpose, by setting a festive atmosphere for your guests. Use a combination of these cheap 4th of July party decorations to personalize your party.

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Published by Tamara McRill

Tamara McRill is a freelance writer focusing on news, politics, lifestyle and business. Tamara began her career writing for newspapers, including a brief stint as a sports editor, but is now reaching lar...  View profile

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