Ideas and Inspirations from Country Living


Red, White, and Wow!

This July Fourth, consider these environmentally friendly alternatives to the standard disposable picnicware. Sold in a range of colors, they make any hostess look fabulous.



Red, White, and Wow!

    Don't toss that bottle carrier! Reuse it as a caddy for napkins and flatware.



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    Recycline's Preserve tableware is made from recycled plastic, from $5; recycline.com and Pier 1 Imports reusable melamine plates, $2.



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    Save your recipes in this updated classic from Jack and Lulu, which includes 50 monogrammed cards, $50; jackandlulu.com.



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    Envelopes make clever holders for flatware. Paper Source open-end envelopes, $6/10; paper-source.com.



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    Philip Friedman/Studio D

    Create a quick summer centerpiece by displaying garden-fresh flowers in a favorite gift bag.



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    Tall candlesticks paired with blue and red tapers suggest Roman candles. Pick up affordable candlestick collectibles, such as those of milk glass, which are so versatile for holiday tables.



    Reprinted with Permission of Hearst Communications, Inc. Originally Published: Red, White, and Wow!

    Philip Friedman/Studio D