Charlyne Mattox

Stretch your budget with these festive touches.

How do you make a 4th of July party fun? Start with some homespun red, white, and blue crafts that double as decorations. Put together a menu of 4th of July recipes that would impress George Washington himself. Add a playlist of patriotic tunes, plan some family-friendly outdoor games, and there you have it! To make it even easier, we’ve gathered our very best 4th of July party ideas below in one handy list.From festive tablescapes to super-easy summer recipes, there are plenty of ideas here for…

You don't even have to scoop out the seeds for this fun idea.

Those caramel apples look delic… oh wait

With cider at the ready and apple bobbing in full swing, this harvest party is as autumnal as it gets.

Bonus: They can also pull double duty as Halloween party decor.

It’s so easy, it’s scary.

These are my top picks after decades of DIY.

Country Living's own Charlyne Mattox shares how she gets her front porch fall-ready.

Our expert shares her tricks for jack-o'-lantern success. 🎃