Memorial Day is a date to remember those who gave their lives for freedom, but also an opportunity to gather, share and, of course, decorate in style. This May 26 make your home proudly American and decorate to match the date.

If for this Memorial Day you're looking for inexpensive and patriotic spirit-filled ideas to decorate your home and honor the heroes, you're in the right place. And the best part... these ideas come with discounts that will make you wave the flag of happiness!

How to decorate your home for Memorial Day? Here are some patriotic and affordable ideas. Ah.... and don't forget to browse our DIY catalogs and hunt for the best deals!

Colors that speak: red, white and blue

Nothing says Memorial Day like an explosion of patriotic colors. From flags to garlands, you can transform your space with simple but impactful details.

For example, at Lowe's, you'll find a 5' x 3' American flag for just $9.98 (regular price $12.98), perfect for hanging on your porch or on your patio.

Tools for the handyman

If you love DIY, now is the perfect time to shop for tools. The Home Depot is offering discounts of up to 30% off on power tools and accessories, including name brand tool kits.

At Menards, there are sales of up to 40% off on power tools and complete sets, with brands you know you can't go wrong. It's time to get to work!

Flowers that honor

Flowers are a symbol of respect and beauty. Take advantage of deals on plants and landscaping to beautify your outdoor space. Lowe's is offering a “Buy 3, Get 3 Free” promotion on Miracle-Gro garden soil, allowing you to create a vibrant garden without breaking the bank.

Outdoor furniture to enjoy

Give life to your patio and transform it into that dream corner for relaxing barbecues with family or friends for this Memorial Day. At Menards, you can find outdoor furniture with up to 50% off, perfect to add comfort and style without emptying your pocket.

Barbecue in style

You can't go without a good barbecue when celebrating Memorial Day. If you're thinking about upgrading your grill, Lowe's has deals of up to $50 off Weber Genesis grills, ideal for cooking outdoors in style.

Where to find these patriotic deals?

Memorial Day is one of the best times of the year to take advantage of great discounts on home goods, gardening, tools, decor and more. Whether you're planning to renovate your space, host a barbecue or just take advantage of the sales, these three stores have everything you need to do it and at great prices!

Lowe's

From May 15-29, Lowe's is launching its now-classic Memorial Day Sale, packed with unmissable discounts. You'll find:

• Up to 50% off on select patio furniture, perfect for setting the mood in your backyard or deck.
• Offers on Weber grills, Char-Broil and other top brands, so you can equip yourself like a true barbecue master.
• Promotions on gardening, including plants, pots, fertilizers and basic tools.
• Up to 30% on power and hand tools, with brands like Dewalt, Craftsman and Kobalt. In addition, many products have free shipping or same-day store pickup, ideal if you want to have everything ready before the long weekend.

The Home Depot

The Home Depot is also joining in with great sales on their entire line of home and garden products. Some of the best deals include:

• Outdoor furniture sets with markdowns of up to 40% off.
• Barbecue and outdoor kitchen accessories, from grills to utensils and prep stations.
• Special offers on power tools, especially on combos and starter kits.
• Discounts on paint, flooring and remodeling items, in case you want to take advantage of the long weekend for a home improvement project.

Many of these discounts are available both in the physical store and online, and have interest-free financing options if paid within a certain period of time.

Menards

Menards is no slouch and offers a weekly brochure full of opportunities worth exploring. You'll find:

• Patriotic decor such as flags, LED lights in red, white and blue, door wreaths and more.
• Gardening items like planters, fountains, fertilizers and outdoor furniture.
• Deep discounts on home accessories, tools and storage products. And as always, their classic “Mail-In Rebate” promotions, ideal for saving even more on select products.

My Deals 365 brings you the best deals for you to decorate your home to live up to such an important date for Americans as Memorial Day.