Aha! Spring is here. At last, a warmer weather. With all the snow melting and giving way to more scenic landscapes, your homes look nicer. But spring is a harbinger of something even better. We call it summer.
Summer brings not only your homes back to life, but also your gardens back to their full glory. Finally, here comes the perfect time to lounge in your front/backyard and bask in the vivacity of the best weather of the year.
Not everyone will travel to California tosun-tan on the Malibu beach. And summer is also a season for reunions with families and friends. More to the point, we alllook forward to summer parties.And let’s face it, not everyone’s got enough to go on expensive trips. Hosting a summer party right in your garden is one way to spend part of your holiday. And you can pull off an impressive one without spending much.
Choose the weather is perfect
How do you picture your summer party? A lot to drink; a lot of laughter too while food is being prepared. Whichever fantasies you have, just make sure the weather ain’t spoiling your day. If you live in Oregon or Miami, you might want to check the weather forecasts to prevent your summer party from being all doom and gloom. Make sure to choose a date when it’s least likely to rain. Don’t forget to send your friends cool pool and summer invitations.
Get your tents prepped
A rainy day is not the only spoiler for garden parties. Even on a sunny day, the sweltering weather can create a lot of discomfort for guests and make them want to leave much earlier than they plan to. Whether it’s the rain’s gloom or the sun’s gleam, getting some tents will solve the problem.
Depending on the kind of hosts you’re planning to entertain, these temporary shelters range from cheap pop-up garden tents for casual affairs to luxury marquees for more formal hosting (e.g. anniversaries, wedding receptions, or birthday parties).
Ample food
Finally, let’s talk about what’s most important in a party. Many guests could pass alcohol but no one frowns at food. Barbecue food perfectly complements wine and sodas. Steaks, hotdogs, and burgers are foods that will suit guests across a range of age groups. This means investing in a charcoal grill isn’t a bad idea.
Abundance of seats
Contrary to believe that too much sitting down can make the party dull, ample sitting actually creates a more laid-back atmosphere for your guests to feel more at home. Even if you’re hosting a party full of athletes and fitness enthusiasts, no one likes to scurry for seats.
But you don’t necessarily have to buy more chairs. You can augment with hammocks and coverlets. It’s also a perfect day for your camping chairs and any extra chairs in your tool shed to become handy.
And let there be light!
Okay, let’s see. You’ve got the weather right, tents right, and ample seating. So, what about décor? Good lighting is important to create the perfect ambiance for a great summer party, especially when your guests are staying late into the night. You can combine a number of lighting options ranging from string lights hanging from trees, and lanterns, candles, tea lights and solar-powered outdoor lights.