Guest Picks: All-American Summer Entertaining
Want to clean up fast? Use disposable placemats with nautical themes. These crab designs are perfect for a clam bake.
Classic blue and white stripes give these serving utensils a beach-y vibe.
For a more formal look, use placemats in a classic navy and white print. Natural materials make these durable enough for outdoor entertaining.
It's always nice to soften up lawn furniture with textiles, so go ahead and add throw pillows to your Adirondack chairs.
A blue and white color palette is essential for a beach house, and these napkins fit in perfectly.
Have a little bit of fun with your tabletop decor by adding mini lantern salt and pepper shakers for a summer camp look.
Durable melamine trays like this blue and white version are perfect for outdoor entertaining.
When you can't use plastic for outdoor entertaining, a sturdy dish with rattan edging is a great durable alternative.
The subtle red rimming gives these classic white dishes an Americana feel.
Layer classic white dishes with accent dishes, like these blue and white printed salad bowls.
Serve appetizers and cocktails with these playful red gingham paper napkins.
Planning large salads or side dishes? Use a classic serving bowl with striped red accents.
Classic red roosters make these juice glasses a festive way to serve summery lemonade and sweet tea.
Use Mason jars to store premixed cocktails in large buckets of ice.
Light your tablescape with classic red lanterns for that classic candlelit glow.
Use vintage or reproduction blue and white pitchers to hold large bunches of bright white blooms.
Display treats on this vintage-style red glass cake stand.
Ready for dessert? Serve an ice cream sundae bar in porcelain ice cream cones.
And to match with your ice cream cones, use compostable wooden spoons with cute red patterned handles.Next: Celebrate Patriotism All Year With Americana Style
Chose a summery tablecloth to dress up your outdoor table. This plaid version is an updated look on traditional picnic ginghams.
Q