If you are hosting this year’s 4^th of July party, the last thing you want to do is spend all of your time decorating, instead of spending time with family and friends. The following tips are quick and easy ways to add color, fun and a patriotic theme to your party.

The tables are typically the focal point of a 4^th of July party, so concentrate on decorating on the table area. The goal is to make the decorating and the clean-up as easy as possible to allow more time with your guests before the fireworks begin.

1. Cover tables with red, white and blue plastic or paper tablecloths, a different color on each table is an easy way to add a punch of color.
2. For the centerpiece, flowers are the easiest, most colorful and the most gorgeous way to decorate the table. Choose a patriotic bouquet that has red, white and blue flowers in a simple, but elegant vase, which comes with a flag for added color and patriotism.
3. Use plastic or paper plates and cups in red, white or blue.
4. Tie a balloon or two to each chair.

After the cook-out, clean-up will only take minutes and you can sit back, relax and enjoy the celebrations with your guests.