Do you have the entertaining necessities for your patio party? We have some recommendations for your next patio party.
Think of Your Table
First…your table. Using a pretty tablecloth is an entertaining necessity for your patio party. It will help set the festive mood and can also cover up a table that might not look as good as you like. If you have more than one table, consider using similar fabrics or complimentary colors on the tables. If this happens to be a red wine tasting party, you may want to consider a darker color to keep those inevitable red drops from ruining your pretty, light-colored tablecloth. Dark colors also create a neutral backdrop for some festive dinnerware or napkins.
Plan Your Centerpieces
Centerpieces are an entertaining necessity for every patio party. Pick something festive but not something too tall or bulky so your guests can’t see each other across the table. How about string lights? You could weave them in and out of small vases of flowers, or small candles, or giant fig leaves. Put some inside clean wine bottles and lay the bottles on their sides. It is easy to hide the battery boxes.
Pick Your Dishes and Flatware
China looks great when entertaining for any party. However, if your patio party is on a cement or stone patio, you might not want to use your best china. There are so many Melamine dishes available that would complete your entertaining necessity and look fantastic as party ware. Decide your color scheme. Then, put the tablecloths and the dishes together to see how they look.
Color Coordinate Your Napkins
Once you decide on colors and design, pick the napkin color and style to bring everything together. Napkin rings in the same theme are an entertaining necessity to complete the look.
Think About Your Glassware
Face it, glassware is the ultimate entertaining necessity, especially if this is a wine tasting patio party. Since I prefer wine from crystal, it does not mean I use my absolute best crystal. There are plenty of options to look at, including some that are considered unbreakable. You will also need glasses for water. This is where you can use some fun styles to match your plates or your color theme.
Turn on Your Lights
Use metal lanterns spread around to add a festive touch to your patio party. Choose different sizes and scatter them around. You can either use real, unscented candles or ones that are battery operated.
You now have all the entertaining necessities for a wonderful patio party. Have fun!
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