Arranging the Perfect Summer Garden Party

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A wonderful aspect of summer is that this is also the time of year when many people choose to hold garden parties. They’re a great excuse to spend time outside enjoying fresh air, flowers, fine company and nice food. Of course, if you’re the one throwing the party you’ll need to make sure that all of these things are properly arranged before your guests turn up. Follow these simply tips to make sure your garden party goes off without a hitch.

Day vs. Night

Summer garden parties work equally well at night as they do during the daytime. To make sure your guests are comfortable during the day, make sure to provide some means for them to escape the sun (should they so wish). Parasols are a great idea as they will keep your guests cool without the need to retreat inside. At night time many people choose to use fire pits to provide heat and entertainment. If you decide to have a fire at your party it’s important to be aware of how to stay safe around an open flame, as well as to have the proper fireplace products to tend it with and the right hardwood fuel to keep it lit. Lighting can be provided fairly easily and to good effect simply by putting tea lights in jam jars, or by handing some lamps or fairy lights out.

To Barbeque or Not to Barbeque?

Barbeques are a great addition to any summer garden party, as they provide a focal point to the festivities as well as a means of serving food. But you must make sure that you know your guests’ dietary requirements before you start cooking. Vegetarians and vegans won’t eat food that’s been cooked on the same grill as meat products, so if your guests comprise of both meat eaters and non-meat eaters it’s important that you utilize more than one means of cooking, or do away with the barbeque altogether.

Drinks

Garden parties are the perfect time to have some drinks with friends, but summer demands a very different sort of drink to winter. Summer is warm, so your drinks should be as cold as possible. Pimms is a great choice as it’s designed for sharing and served with ice. Any bottled drinks should be kept in the fridge and served in an ice bucket. Any drink that can be served in a jug is to be preferred, as this can be left on the table for your guests’ convenience.

Entertainment

For most people it’s usually enough for their garden party entertainment to consist of music, nice food and enough drinks for everyone, but others choose to go the extra mile by providing their guests with activities or a show. Ideas for your garden party could include:

 

This is a guest post, as always all opinions are 100% my own.

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    Audrey Allure
    June 17, 2014 at 10:57 AM

    I love garden parties — one of my favorite parts of summer!

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    Ashleigh
    June 17, 2014 at 11:46 AM

    I have no garden but I’d love to have a garden party!

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    gabby
    June 17, 2014 at 2:04 PM

    i wish i could have an outdoor party this summer, but first i need a backyard! i’d love to have a fire pit when i have my own home too.

    xo,
    gabby
    http://www.likealittlefox.blogspot.com

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    Ashley | ATG
    June 17, 2014 at 2:39 PM

    My favorite part of summer is having parties and get togethers outside! Summer nights are the best in my opinion. These are some great tips!

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    Olivia
    June 17, 2014 at 3:25 PM

    Wow what a great guide to having a summer party. I can’t wait until I can host my own dinner parties…I love planning those kind of things.
    I also wanted to mention that this week is Prom Week on my blog! If you are interested, please feel free to send in pictures of you from your own prom or if you didn’t have one, a picture of you in a beautiful gown you wore in the past. (Directions are at the bottom of my latest post.) If you do, your picture will be featured on my Friday’s post! I would love to see you on my blog so please do consider:) Thank you and I hope you have a fabulous day.
    xo Olivia

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    ADA
    June 17, 2014 at 3:58 PM

    I love these kind of catering or interior design posts that you do. That is the most lovely garden view. I’d want to go in that Garden Party dressed up in a Sundress with a cute Floppy Hat, Dressy Sandals and some cute jewels. =)

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    Kate
    June 17, 2014 at 9:37 PM

    I like this theme garden party, it’s a pity that I haven’t taken part in, really looking forward to their event.Thank you for your tips.

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    cvetybaby
    June 18, 2014 at 5:12 AM

    Nice post! Thanks for sharing!
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