Get Festive With Fourth of July DIYs

POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Along with being a patriotic holiday, the Fourth of July is a day for gathering with friends and family. Save some cash and DIY some festive decorations that will also help keep bugs away — and a few other fun projects that will make getting together even more special. And several of these DIYs upcycle things you already have around the house!

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Patriotic Bug-Away Candles
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Patriotic Bug-Away Candles

Not only are these DIY candle holders a festive addition to your holiday table, but they also help keep bugs away from your food spread.

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Cupcake Toppers
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Cupcake Toppers

These festive, eye-catching toppers will take your cupcake game to the next level.

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DIY Bug Spray
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DIY Bug Spray

You only need two ingredients to make this all-natural bug spray that's safe to use around kids, pets, and food.

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Festive Appetizers
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Festive Appetizers

In addition to making helpful DIYs for your get-together, don't forget to put together some simple eats that are festive and delicious.

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Painted Pineapples
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Painted Pineapples

These cute painted pineapples would make for great decor on the patio tables. And they're still edible!

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DIY Hand Sanitizer
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DIY Hand Sanitizer

Fourth of July is all about having fun, eating, and potentially getting a little messy. Keep your hands clean with DIY hand sanitizer that fits in your purse.

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Scented Bug-Repellant Candle Jars
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Scented Bug-Repellant Candle Jars

These beautiful floating candle jars are wonderfully scented with smells that bugs aren't excited about — keeping them away from guests.

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Ant Bait
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Ant Bait

Keep ants away from your picnic table or beach barbecue with this smart ant bait. Since the disks fit in a small glass container, they won't take up too much space in your picnic basket.

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Cleaning Wipes
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Cleaning Wipes

Clean up messes quickly with DIY cleaning wipes that are so easy to make. Bonus: you can even upcycle a metal can for a festive look.

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Patriotic Decorations
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Patriotic Decorations

These easy-to-make pinwheels will add a pop of color to any Fourth of July celebration. They can even be used as fans in the Summer heat.

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Chocolate-Covered Pretzels
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Chocolate-Covered Pretzels

For a sweet treat with a holiday twist, these chocolate-covered pretzels are natural crowd-pleasers.

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Tea-Light Holders
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Tea-Light Holders

If you plan to party late into the night, these crafty tea-light holders are sure to come in handy.

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Ribbon Wands and Flags
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Ribbon Wands and Flags

Jazz up the home with these patriotic ribbon wands and flags, which are super easy to re-create.