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If you’re planning to host a fun and festive July 4th celebration, then these e-z entertaining ideas will help you become the ultimate hostess. The best part is – these party-planning tips will help you enjoy a stress-free, time-saving, and budget-friendly entertaining experience.

To start with – set the stage for a memorable event by creating an atmosphere that brings people joy and brightens any space. To enable you to decorate with helium-filled latex balloons up to 9x faster, my family’s 50-year-old company (Creative Balloons Manufacturing Inc.) produces a hassle-free reusable balloon accessory that helps you decorate parties quickly and effortlessly. And, believe me – this is the ultimate party hack you could ever use!

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Currently, the product is available online and in 2200+ Walmart stores. The company is excited to announce that the best-selling Big Barrel E-Z Safety Seal™ Helium Balloon Valves are rolling out to all 4000+ Walmart stores this Summer, in July 2023. This easy-to-use balloon accessory helps party hosts save time, energy, and effort when decorating for Summer celebrations (such as birthdays, barbecues, and Labor Day parties).

The valves automatically seal the helium-filled balloons (so no more sore fingers from tying knots!), plus they come with white ribbon pre-attached, so you don’t need to cut and attach ribbon either. And, these patented valves are reusable and recyclable, so you can use them repeatedly for future events, to prevent wastage.

In addition to this, Walmart now offers a “bulk pack” of these valves (including 600 pcs/box) which is ideal for large events, festivals, businesses, and event planners. The bulk pack is available exclusively on Walmart.com, whereas the 25-ct packages are sold online and in stores (in the party aisle). So, visit Walmart.com to find a store near you or to shop online.

Aside from decorating with fun-filled patriotic-colored balloons, an easy way to add color to your tables is to include bouquets of fresh flowers. A mix of greenery, red roses, and white daisies is a cheery (and budget-friendly) way to brighten your space and add visual interest.

If you want to elevate the look of your July 4th celebration, I recommend opting for vintage-looking decorations. Rustic accessories, handmade objects, and even homemade crafts create a warm and inviting atmosphere while making your 4th of July party come to life.

When creating an eye-catching tablescape, here are the essentials you should consider:

• A plain tablecloth (so that your food and decor are the “stars” of the show)
• Patriotic decorative accessories that have a vintage look (for a retro, nostalgic vibe)
• A mix of patterned and plain plates and serving platters
• A bouquet of colorful fresh flowers in a vase
• Clusters of 11″ or 12″ latex balloons, inflated with a helium tank, and tethered by balloon weights

When it comes to food offerings, naturally most people tend to do barbecues, but you can go way beyond hot dogs and hamburgers. You can also offer other options including pulled pork sliders, green salad, potato salad, coleslaw, and other easy-to-make recipes.

A fun way to surprise and delight your guests is to create a delicious dessert bar, with a variety of delectable sweets for them to choose from. From red, white, and blue cupcakes and cookies to traditional desserts (such as strawberry cheesecake or apple pie), not only does a dessert bar create a beautiful display (which is totally Insta-worthy), but it also adds the cherry on top to any fun and festive July 4th celebration.

For more party-planning ideas and tips from the pros, check out the Entertaining section on Inspirations & Celebrations. Discover gourmet recipes from celebrity chefs, easy entertaining tips from party planners to the stars, and more fun-filled ideas to create memorable events.