After having kids, I find that we are always having a celebration for something. Whether it is a birthday or just a play date, we try to run with a theme and have fun with it. I try to stay within a reasonable budget for our play dates because after snacks, tablewear, and crafts- it can get costly. I found that Oriental Trading always had the best prices, plus they offered coupons so we could get what we needed for our get-togethers without breaking the bank.
One thing I find I’m always purchasing at Oriental Trading is crafts. They have the best selection of pre-packaged crafts as well as finger paints and crafting accessories. With the Fourth of July just around the corner, I thought it would be nice to pick up a few items from Oriental Trading that would make our family’s annual 4th of July barbecue complete. I found a serving bowl with spreader, Uncle Sam yard decoration, and red white and blue glitter wreath to set up the decor. For the kids I ordered the Patriotic Bug Magnet Craft kit, and for the table wear I ordered a dozen red and white checkered table cloths. Simple and affordable, these little touches make a huge difference in getting “in the spirit” and celebrating Independence day. So, here are my top five picks for 4th of July parties:
Patriotic Bowl with Spreader – from Guacamole to Olive Tapenade, this bowl with get years of use!
Uncle Sam Jingle Bell Yard Stake – decorate, have fun with it! Your kids will love this little Uncle Sam yard decoration.
Red & White Checkered Table Covers – 12 in a box and you can use them for ANYTHING! They are perfect for indoor/outdoor use and they are good to have on hand.
Patriotic Glitter Wreath– It sparkles and it’s red white and blue. Need I say more?
Patriotic Bug Magnet Craft Kit – 12 kits in a package make this craft under 50 cents a piece! Perfect to keep the little ones entertained and they will have fun with it!
I have to have sparklers and glo-sticks for the kids on the 4th of July
paper plates and silverware. No fireworks here as they are illegal in Iowa.
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Recyclable dinnerwear so we don’t have to clean up too much!
You found some awesome things! I actually just placed an order from there for a few 4th of July things, but didn’t see most of what you got. For me, themed and color-coordinating serving dishes are a must for the holiday!
Plastic cutlery, balloons, a tablecloth and paper plates and bowls are my must haves.
I like the Patriotic Lighted Windsocks!
I like to have balloons, plates, cups, and tablecloths.
Lots of food!!!
balloons, plates and cups
cups, plates, table cloths
Party supplies, cups, plates and decorations
Sparklers, Corn hole game, Fruit platter, and fresh lemonade!
It’s all about the grill on 4th of July for us. Hamburgers, ribs, chicken, steAks, corn on the cob are all our must haves!
Our must haves are great food and music! The decor is the icing on the cake!
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Watermelon on the 4th!! A must have!!
a wreath, plates, cups
drinks, table runners, table covers, streamers
Oriental trading has the cutest Patriotic LED Chasing Light Necklaces. Those are always fun at night when you are waiting for fireworks. Thank you for the wonderful giveaway!
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party supplies for 4th july as we celebrate in mountains at our cabin…including flashlights for the kids.
the colored sparklers, outdoor lanterns, watermelon, the tiny hand held American flags 🙂
Red, white, and blue place settings, fireworks, picnic food, and lots of desserts!
Watching fireworks! I love them!
Makings for smores!
Must have sparklers for after dark, BBQ makings and lots of fresh fruit!
paper supplies and fireworks
BBQ and yummy pies!
family and a barbecue
sparklers, and lots of hot dogs!
Our must haves are balloons, sparklers and lots of good food.
lots of food and lemonade
my holiday must have’s is theme dishes they make the party pop. Thank you for a great giveaway.
candy and lights! I love buying themed candy colors for different holidays
A flag, wreath, food and a camera to capture all the details.
Lots of food,fireworks and mosquito spray!
I always have a flag, wreath, and love buying bulk candy in the colors of the holidays!
Fireworks, flags, cups, napkins, plates..all matching of course! 🙂
Plates, cups, and ice cream! (With a few other things, of course.)
Fireworks, decorations, & food
Oh we always have to have the paper plates, napkins and cups! We also try to have some fun games for the kids to play and some neat decorations!
A holiday must have for our family is THE FOOD! Doesn’t matter what kind of party it is, we gotta have food. WE usually have Italian Soda’s with the Torani Syrups 🙂
MANICURE! Muuuust have red/white/blue/flag/sparkler themed manicure done by moi! ;D
I have a red, white and blue tablecloth and have wooden star wreath I hang on my door.
I love to have festive tableware
lots of food
My daughter must have some of the small flags and that’s about it. We don’t do a lot of decorations except for Christmas. Thank you!
I have to have watermelon and bottle rockets and a nice cool swimming pool 🙂
I love cute dinner wear to match th eseason
plenty of food
Fireworks and BBQ
Sparklers and confetti
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Glow Necklaces and temporary tattoos
Fireworks
lots of paper plates
sparklers and streamers
Lots of fireworks and red/white/blue napkins and utensils
Holiday themed tableware, banners and balloons.
Barbecued food and sparklers
I love to have colorful smoke bombs. They have a quiet noise so my son who has Autism loves them. We always have sparklers. I like plates and matching napkins, but that is for every holiday!
my loved ones are definite must haves the rest is flexible
Candles. I get in the mood for certain holidays with aromas and candles always get me in the mood
My moms macaroni salad is a must for every holiday.
Party supplies are awesome !
At our house BBQ is a must have for independence day
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plates, cups, napkins, paper lanterns, music, and lots of food and drinks
I love fun decorations and matching tableware.
Firework and bbq
Sparklers and potato salad!! 🙂
Our holiday must-have is a ton of food! My friends and family love a good cook out 🙂
A pinata- all of the extended family that is able goes to mil’s and it’s a big party- we have 2 birthdays in there for good measure.
For the 4th of July we have to have watermelon and baby back ribs. We love to celebrate out on the lake with lots of friends and family!
Fried chicken, grilled hotdogs and turkey burgers. Lots of nice paper goods, and streamers.
a cook out
Desserts.
4th of July must haves are fireworks and food!
Lots of family and food.
Cold beer, burgers and flag cake!
…red, white, & blue bunting / crepe paper decorations.
I have to have patriotic disposable tableware for the 4th of July BBQ. Thanks for having this contest.
Have to have sparklers, lots of holiday picnic decor, and decorations!
Watching fireworks and a cookout.
disposable eating utensils
Fireworks and BBQ chicken
fireworks and kabobs! and family