How Sandra Lee Throws a Festive July 4th Backyard Party

— -- Lifestyle expert and celebrity chef Sandra Lee is known for her picture-perfect theme decorations as well as creating tasty treats to go with them.

The creator of Sandra Lee Magazine appeared on "Good Morning America" today to share recipes and decorating ideas to add style and flavor to any Fourth of July party.

It's not too late to try Lee's tips for your own celebration today!

How to Create a Fourth of July Tablescape

Place Settings: Stack paper plates in a trio of sizes, shades and designs at each seat. Keep plastic utensils in the same patriotic palette.

Accent Pieces: Votive candles add another spark of red, eliciting oohs and aahs come dusk. Add pizzazz to the punch by slipping a large silver sparkler ornament into the punch bowl; attach mini sparklers to drink straws to reinforce the theme. Clear plastic goblets are downright spiffy these days, so take advantage and keep the picnic worry-free. For easy access, set up a tailgate beverage bar right out of the back of a red pickup. Your own backyard keeps it convenient, or snag a gazebo in a nearby park and have a grand old time.

Clip-On Cups: Keep drink orders straight by clipping place cards onto disposable cups with miniature clothespins. Guests can claim their drinks at the end of the serving line.

Napkins and Utensils: Use cloth bandanas for napkins, rolling utensils inside and arranging them in metal buckets for buffet-style service. Bring height and color to the table with small American flags placed in the buckets along with the utensils.

Fourth of July Recipes

Barbecued Ribs

Bourbon Beans

Strawberry Daiquiri Mocktail

Red, White and Blue Velvet Cake