Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Outdoor Party Ideas: Making the Party a Big Success

By Joshua Nikenya


Outdoor party ideas are perfect during summer and spring seasons since the weather is usually conducive. The only thing that can destroy these parties is thunderstorms as the party can be moved indoors if it rains. If this is the first time hosting such a party, here are some tips that you should bear in mind:

1. You can set a theme for your outdoor party. Are you going to celebrate an event or are you going for an informal barbeque? Will you be hosting a picnic on the lawn, or a beach party? The theme you have set should guide you when decorating the venue.

2. On the invite letter or email, you ought to inform the guests on the following issues:

a) You need to inform the guests if it will be a night or daytime party so that they will know what should be expected.

b) The guests need to know the set dress code.

c) Inform the guests if they will have to carry their own foods and drinks.

3. Make your garden and patio tidy. Check for spiders and bugs under chairs and tables. Your guests will decline your second invitation if during the first invitation they were frightened by animals crawling up their legs.

4. For daytime parties, decorate the venue with flowerpots, fabrics, cushions and umbrellas. Set a colour theme for your outdoor party or have beach balls and towels if it's a pool party. For nighttime parties, use paper lanterns, lights and candles. These lightings will set a mood for outdoor events.

5. If the place is infested by mosquitoes, you can set up citronella candles. Similarly, hang some raw bacon far away from the eating and cooking area so the flies will keep off from your food. This will make sure you take your meals comfortably.

6. Fill a container with ice and then put it in a shade so that the drinks will be accessible yet cool. You also can use a cooler but this requires that you be creative.

7. If there's a shortage of tables and chairs, you can spread rugs on the lawn. However, you have to use the style of a picnic when spreading the rugs. This is going to bring out a lazy and stress-free atmosphere.

8. The catering should be simple. Barbequing can entertain your guests. You can also serve snack foods such as salsas and dips because they're easy to prepare. Summer fruits served either with dipping chocolate or plain can make a perfect dessert.

9. Dependent on the theme you selected, you can play some background music. There should a dance floor if the party is held at night because some guests may feel like dancing.

10. Check the weather forecast on the day of your party.

An outdoor party is fun if you made proper preparations. It also gives you an opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere. I am sure after holding the first one, you'll get a lifetime experience.




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