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With the summer holidays coming up, it’s time to plan ahead and get ready for outdoor entertaining! My family loves spending time in our backyard whether it’s eating a picnic lunch, playing games, or entertaining friends. We find ourselves out there a lot! I recently got our deck and yard all ready for the summer season and thought it would be a good time to share my Top 7 Tips for Backyard Entertaining.
7 Tips for Backyard Entertaining
1. Use flowers to add pops of color. I love using an assortment of colorful flowers to brighten up our space. To add a little extra character, use colorful pots to plant them in.
2. Use throw pillows on the chairs/seating. I don’t know about you, but most patio furniture is not comfy! Adding some throw pillows to the mix can turn those hard chairs into a more inviting place to sit and lounge.
3. Incorporate a strand of lights or lanterns into your space. Having another source of light is always helpful for any type of gathering. I prefer decorative lights so that if the gathering is done during the day, the lights double as a decoration. As you can see, I strung colorful mini lantern lights in my umbrella. These are pretty during the day and add a little extra light and atmosphere at night.
4. Add a fire feature to your space. A fire adds so much atmosphere and dimension to any outdoor living area! In the corner of my deck is the TIKI® brand Antigua Fire Sculpture. I got this Fire Sculpture last year and we have thoroughly enjoyed this handsome fire feature! {you can see my video of the fire sculpture here.} It is perfect for both day or night entertaining.
5. Invest in mosquito repelling products. There’s nothing worse than sitting down to a delicious meal hot off the grill….to have a mosquito buzz your ear….and then swat hundreds of pesky mosquitos between each bite. This year I lined my deck with TIKI Brand OFF!™/BiteFighter® Multi-Use Torches. I like how you can use these torches in several ways all around your yard to accommodate your entertaining needs. Fill your torches with TIKI Brand OFF!®/BiteFighter® Torch Fuel which has a cedar and citronella oil formula which has proven mosquito repellency. This combo creates a great barrier for mosquitos.
6. Make sure there is shade. It’s never fun to sit in the hot sun and roast while at a party! Use an umbrella, garden tent, or gazebo to create shade for your guests. A sunburn is never a fun party favor!
I hope you get outside and enjoy some outdoor entertaining this summer!
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Disclosure: I received free products to try. I only write about products I love and use.
*OFF!® is a registered trademark of S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. used under license.
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