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My Easy Peasy 4th of July Party Prep
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Rachel Plotkin
My annual 4th of July roof top gathering is full of festive decor, practical outdoor party nessesities and collabrative activites
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Tablescape
 
Dishes
 
Activities
 
Bugs
 
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Decor

Decorate tables, planters and/or give them away as party favors 

 
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Stick these in flower pots & have them in a jar for folks to do photo ops
OG hand held flags w/ wooden sticks
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Pop of sugary color on the table - Individually wrapped
Soft Peppermint Candy
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There's somethin about enamelware that makes me feel like home. These are beautiful as decor holders, candy or flags but also fab for beverages ofc
Americana Enamelware Tumbler
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Obsessed with pin wheels!!! Great in center peaces
Patriotic Pin Wheels
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Pop's of festive color for accent tables
Cotton Bandanas
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Tablescape

I like to stay in the color pallet of the 4th but not go overboard w/ flag patterns

 
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I don't think I'll ever tire of buffalo check plaid. Especially in red white & blue
Buffalo Plaid Cloth Napkins
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Cloth napkins are reusable! #washable
American Flag Stars Napkins
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Perfect for the 4th but also for Spring time picnics!
Gingham Tablecloth
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Dishes

Keep is simple 

 
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Wash and reuse, no breaking! #noworries
Melamine Dinnerware
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Add levels to your tablescape. #eyecatching
Metal Two Tiered Tray
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Great for festive cocktails! #southernhospitality
Mason Jars
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Activities

Can covers and Polaroids double as party favors  

 
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Personalize can covers to keep track of your drink;) #Sharpie
Can Cooler Sleeves
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Is there any other marker?? lol
Sharpie Markers
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It's not fourth of July without these!
Sparklers
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Encourage friends to document
Instax Mini Camera
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Be sure to get a couple packs
INSTAX MINI Instant Film
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Sailor hat's are cute Americana accessory for a group photo
Sailor Hats
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Bugs

It's inevitable 

 
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Oderless! I keep a few in my bag during warmer months too
Insect Repellent Wipes
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They really work!
Mosquito Itch Relief Patches
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Duh ;)
Pop Up Mesh Food Covers
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Additional outdoor goodies

 
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No bulky cooler - for ice & drinks - stores so easily
Collapsible Buckets
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Love these! I've had them for years. Warm glowy light
Outdoor String Lights w/ Edison Bulbs
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Love the built-in carabiner for convenient clipping :)
Portable Bluetooth Speaker
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