It’s the end of July and soon we’ll be into the dog days o summer and back-to-school mode. Don’t let summer pass you by too quickly. There’s still plenty of summer fun to be had.

Plan your next BBQ or outdoor summer birthday party and use some of these everlasting tips for outdoor summer décor!

Combine the beauty of candles and flowers with these flower votive displays from Martha Stewart.

Here’s another great candle idea from Nest of Posies. This one uses mason jars, summer citrus fruits and freshly scented herbs, along with citronella oil to create a summer look, fresh scent and the added benefit of a little bug- off!

A fun and colorful idea for an evening party! Put glow sticks in balloons and set them up all around the yard.

Get inspired with this super cute idea for watermelon painted mason jars to hold your plastic wear and napkins.

For a fun kids’ idea, Parents magazine shows how to make these adorable jiggling jellyfish to hang around the yard.

Instead of those boring metal clip tablecloth holders (that I’m guilty of using), this is a great idea for using organza bags and marbles or glass stones to make simple and gorgeous weights for your outside tablecloth! Choose your own colors and design to match your theme and style.

Create a beachy look with this sand and seashell centerpiece for votive or taper candles, also from Martha Stewart.