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Show Your Red, White & Blue

Decorate your home with stars, stripes, and patriotic colors to show your American pride.



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Patterns with Punch
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Patterns with Punch

    A crisp white cottage porch pays tribute to the grand old flag in a casual, homey style. The patriotic look on this porch comes from a strong assortment of patterns. Oversize bunting in stripes and polka dots, a striped rug, and pillows in stripes, polka dots, and gingham emblazon the porch in red, white, and blue.

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Stars & Stripes Forever

    Decorate your space with an interpretation of the American flag. This inviting family room reflects the flag's styling with a red-and-white stripe sofa, and a bold trio of red, white, and blue metal stars.

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In the Countryside

    With a nod to America's rustic side, this bedroom is casual yet charming. Primitive-style artwork hangs above a bed dressed in a plaid patchwork quilt and denim pillows. A tray of pinecones and an antique snowshoe serve as an ode to the great outdoors.

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Proudly American

    A vintage flag displayed as artwork sets the tone for a patriotic-theme room. Neutral furniture in oatmeal and cognac stand as a quiet backdrop for bold blue and red accessories. Unique accents mix modern styling (the coffee table) with country simplicity (the rustic baskets and patchwork quilt) for a look that speaks to the melting pot nature of the United States.

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Young Patriots

    Nautical flair mixes with American pride in this children's bedroom. Instead of using intense flag colors on the walls, light blue wallpaper and white wainscoting keep the light-filled room airy. Bright red and deep navy accents (pillows, lamp, quilts) stay true to Old Glory's colors. Stars add a fun touch to the room.

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Summer Sensation

    Wrapped in red, white, and blue linens, a cozy porch is just the place to pass a hot summer evening with a cool glass of lemonade. The oversize American flag makes the perfect backdrop to this patriotic setting.

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Plaid Tidings

    With a red-and-white plaid sofa as an anchor, it's easy to decorate for the Fourth of July. A quartet of decorate pillows turn the couch into Independence Day central, while a red milk-can lamp base adds a splash of homespun appeal.

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Time to Celebrate

    Handsome blue-and-white stripe fabrics give a simple update to basic white furniture. The screened-in porch instantly becomes ready for the Fourth of July by adding flags to potted plants.

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Open to Interpretation

    Red and white accessories make it easy to decorate this retro-look kitchen for the Fourth of July. Put your flea market skills to use by looking for vintage treasures: polka dot bowls and glassware, red canisters, and cheery fabric for window coverings.

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Interpret the Image

    Just a few pure, simple forms in red, white, and blue carry the theme in this traditional room. The room's stark lines are softened by an early American flag artistically interpreted in muted tones on a wood panel. The effect is warm and reassuring, as is the red-and-white quilt on a blue wing chair.

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Dining with Patriotic Flair

    A white dining room is a perfect backdrop for holiday decorating. This simple summer dining table has been embellished with red, white, and blue accessories for a July 4th luncheon.

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A Perfect Pair

    In a room decorated in solid colors, two flag-embellished pillows are sufficient to stand proud. These deep and subtle tones stand back visually, so even the smallest patterns will catch the eye.

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nancydavidson1 wrote:

Great party planning ideas in the July issue, but I was disappointed to see the napkin holders and decorative pennants created by using paint color strips taken from retail stores. They look great...but I doubt they were meant for arts and crafts projects. I'd hate to have a sales associate looking over my shoulder next time I browse for paint, wondering what my motives are. The instructions could just as easily incorporated construction paper or even gift wrap.

6/26/2011 07:24:42 PM Report Abuse
caroleenat wrote:

AMEN! So many have given so much for us, now and throughout our history.

5/25/2010 11:26:22 PM Report Abuse
almamaier wrote:

I loved the patriotic decorating but was disappointed that you did not mention anything about the meaning of Memorial Day or Decoration Day as it was called when it was first implemented. It was a day to decorate the graves of those who had given their lives in battle for their country, America. So many people forget and only think about a holiday of eating bbq and playing. This year, when you hang your patriotic decor, think of all those who gave so much so you COULD hang that beautiful flag.

5/25/2010 11:11:20 AM Report Abuse
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