Get your backyard ready this summer with these 6 perfectly patriotic tablescapes, unique in design and style from the porch to the lake.
Patriotic Tablescapes Ideas
When it comes to creating patriotic tablescapes, there are numerous ideas that can help you showcase your love for your country. If you’re planning a patriotic outdoor gathering, here are some ideas to create a festive and patriotic tablescape:
Alfresco Patriotic Tablescapes
Alfresco
What is Alfresco? “Alfresco” is an Italian term that translates to “in the fresh air” or “outdoors.” In the context of dining or entertaining, it refers to activities that take place in an outdoor setting, such as a garden, patio, or open-air space. Alfresco dining often involves enjoying meals, drinks, or social gatherings in a natural or outdoor environment. It allows people to take advantage of pleasant weather and the beauty of nature while enjoying food, company, and relaxation.
Perfectly Vintage
Welcome to our backyard here in Coastal Maine! With the Fourth of July around the corner, I was inspired to put together this patriotic alfresco tablescape on our new backyard teak table using all of my mother’s various vintage china patterns, silverware, platters, and glassware.
Creating a vintage-inspired breakfast alfresco tablescape with a Patriotic flair.
Patriotic Table Centerpieces
Let’s start with this old rustic red bucket!
I couldn’t resist a galvanized bucket for $5 at a second-hand shop. With all that chippiness and color, I knew it would be perfect for the backyard this summer. Today, I am using the bucket as the foundation for my patriotic tablescape centerpiece, along with some simple lilac branches and a few old garden stakes that were my mother’s.
More Patriotic Tablescape Centerpiece Ideas
Alfresco patriotic tablescape centerpieces are decorative arrangements placed on tables for outdoor patriotic-themed gatherings or events. These centerpieces are designed to create a festive and patriotic atmosphere for occasions such as Independence Day, Memorial Day, or other patriotic celebrations.
Some ideas for alfresco patriotic tablescape centerpieces may include:
Alfresco patriotic tablescape centerpieces are meant to reflect the patriotic theme and create a festive and inviting atmosphere for outdoor gatherings.
Simple Patriotic Tablescapes
I kept this alfresco breakfast patriotic tablescape menu simple with muffins, croissants, bagels, and fruits.
I used a glass cloche to cover the bagels.
A unique blue bottle is filled with fresh water for the table. It pairs so nicely with the red bucket centerpiece.
You may also find inspiration in this DIY American Flag with Antique Spindles project.
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You may also be inspired by this How to Create an Outdoor Dining Oasis post.
Vintage Dishware
An antique Russian Lomonosov Imperial Porcelain tea set that was my mother’s is used to serve morning coffee.
You may also enjoy this new breakfast nook space in the post Best Breakfast Nook Ideas for Morning Brunch.
I used all the various vintage red, white, and blue patterns I could find in our cupboards to create our patriotic alfresco tablescape. For a soft outdoor touch, I picked a small glass filled with daisies from the yard.
Patriotic Tablescape Runner
The red and white table runner is a simple window valance that was in a closet. You don’t have to use store-bought table runners. Repurpose blankets, materials, curtains, shower curtains, and more to make your patriotic tablescapes uniquely yours.
More Patriotic Decorating Ideas
You may also be inspired by these patriotic decorating Ideas posts:
See that little face peeking in the background? That’s Ella, our Bernese Mountain Dog.
While making this patriotic tablescape, Ella stole three blueberry muffins and a croissant for her breakfast…
Perfectly Patriotic Tablescapes
If you want more patriotic tablescapes, you won’t want to miss these uniquely designed alfresco table settings, too:
Simple Vintage Americana Porch Table Ideas
Made Easy Patriotic Tablescape | The Ponds Farmhouse
Summer Picnic on the Dock | White Arrows Home
A Perfectly Patriotic Tablescape | Shiplap and Shells
5 Creative Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Tablescapes | Stacy Ling Blog
A Vintage Affair
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I love Ella!! She has wonderful expressions!!
Thanks for sharing her.
Thank you Bonnie, Ella is just as much a hoot in person, haha. Thanks for stopping by!