Hosting a barbecue this Fourth of July? We've compiled some festive (and budget-friendly) essentials for entertaining outdoors this Independence Day!
Crate and Barrel, $49.00
Still rocking a "Kiss the Chef" apron? Update your grilling wardrobe with a fun print.
Afire Inc., $19.99
Add that smoky flavor to your beef with these aromatic hardwood gourmet grilling planks. Each set includes two planks and natural seasoning. Makes a great gift!
Crate and Barrel, $2.95 each
Serving drinks outdoors? Avoid glass accidents (like broken shards on the lawn) by investing in acrylic stemware.

Crate and Barrel, $3.50 each
Paper and plastic ensure an easy clean-up, especially for outdoor entertaining. But why not make a statement with a few bold dinnerware items? We love these plates from Crate and Barrel.

Anthropologie, $14.50
Perfect for serving up fresh fruit!

Shop Sweet Lulu, $4.00
Add a patriotic touch to drinks with these festive straws.

TastingRoom.com, $27.99
This “Killer Grillers” wine sampler delivers tastes of six bold red wines meant to pair perfectly with any grilling occasion.

Studio Oh!, $19.99
We're in love with Studio Oh!'s paper placemats. They're great conversation pieces and they make cleaning up a breeze!

SparklersOnline.com
A Fourth of July staple! Need we say more?

Anthropologie, $78.00
This bubbly pitcher just BEGS to be filled with refreshing, ice-cold lemonade.

IKEA, $19.99 each
Red, white, and blue? Check! Stripes? You bet! IKEA saves the day, once again.

Wayfair.com, $34.86

Brookstone, $159.99
Okay ... so maybe we're breaking our own budget, but a quality outdoor stereo is worth the investment. We love Brookstone's portable wireless speaker and dock. It's compatible with most devices like the iPhone, iPad or iPod.