Hosting outdoors can seem like a lot of work, and perhaps a little informal. But the temptations to soak in the fall/winter evenings are temptations enough to at least give it a shot. Not many are keen on taking the risk of hosting a formal dinner with over a dozen guests outside, but if you have dared to make your thanksgiving dinner extra special, then these outdoor tips will surely help you plan a successful dinner.
Plan Ahead: Planning a thanksgiving dinner requires a lot of preparation as it is, but if you are planning to host outdoors, then you need to start preparations beforehand, particularly if you do not use your yard for formal events. Do you have the right furniture to host the dinner?
You can use kitchen tables and chairs or purchase a few folding chairs to make a formal setting. This bench from decorausa would look great with kitchen or dinner table chairs alike.
It is better to design your table-scape in advance to avoid any last minute hassles. Ideally, you should have the table settings decided on and ready a week in advance. This is a good idea of how to use benches and tables available in the house to plan a formal dinner outdoors.
Lighting:
The right lighting is very important to make sure that you are well prepared to entertain your guests at the dinner table once the sun sets. You can use Christmas lights or candles to create right ambiance, but you will need your backyard to be well lit, especially if you plan to have small kids present. Check out this huge range of outdoor lighting from decorusa.com to find the right ones for your backyard.
Add the Festive Touch No thanksgiving is complete without the right decorations. Make sure you decorate your backyard with lanterns, pumpkins, fall leaves and the rustic hues to make sure it is ready to welcome your guests. You can use the table, trees or bushes or even the walls to add the festive touches.
Use Rentals This might seem like spending extra money, but in the long run it will save you a lot of money. Hauling all those plates and cutlery inside and out can be a daunting task, and purchasing extra for the sake of two to three special occasions a year hardly sounds like it’s worth the investment. There are plenty of items you need to make your thanksgiving dinner a smooth sail, including dinner and dessert plates, coffee mugs, dinner and dessert spoons and forks. And the best part about renting all these is, once the dinner is over, you don’t have a huge pile of dirty dishes for washing.
Have a Backup Plan Any event, no matter how thoroughly planned, is largely dependent on the weather to make it a success, so make sure you have a backup plan in case things don’t go as planned. You should know exactly where the guests will be sitting and dining in case you have to take things indoors. And check the weather report every few hours to be on the safe side. If you are lucky enough to have a backyard, a deck, a terrace or even a small balcony, make sure you make the most of it by hosting this thanksgiving in the crisp, November air. These outdoor tips will help you create the right ambiance the year round.
Plan Ahead: Planning a thanksgiving dinner requires a lot of preparation as it is, but if you are planning to host outdoors, then you need to start preparations beforehand, particularly if you do not use your yard for formal events. Do you have the right furniture to host the dinner?
You can use kitchen tables and chairs or purchase a few folding chairs to make a formal setting. This bench from decorausa would look great with kitchen or dinner table chairs alike.
It is better to design your table-scape in advance to avoid any last minute hassles. Ideally, you should have the table settings decided on and ready a week in advance. This is a good idea of how to use benches and tables available in the house to plan a formal dinner outdoors.
Lighting:
The right lighting is very important to make sure that you are well prepared to entertain your guests at the dinner table once the sun sets. You can use Christmas lights or candles to create right ambiance, but you will need your backyard to be well lit, especially if you plan to have small kids present. Check out this huge range of outdoor lighting from decorusa.com to find the right ones for your backyard.
Add the Festive Touch No thanksgiving is complete without the right decorations. Make sure you decorate your backyard with lanterns, pumpkins, fall leaves and the rustic hues to make sure it is ready to welcome your guests. You can use the table, trees or bushes or even the walls to add the festive touches.
Use Rentals This might seem like spending extra money, but in the long run it will save you a lot of money. Hauling all those plates and cutlery inside and out can be a daunting task, and purchasing extra for the sake of two to three special occasions a year hardly sounds like it’s worth the investment. There are plenty of items you need to make your thanksgiving dinner a smooth sail, including dinner and dessert plates, coffee mugs, dinner and dessert spoons and forks. And the best part about renting all these is, once the dinner is over, you don’t have a huge pile of dirty dishes for washing.
Have a Backup Plan Any event, no matter how thoroughly planned, is largely dependent on the weather to make it a success, so make sure you have a backup plan in case things don’t go as planned. You should know exactly where the guests will be sitting and dining in case you have to take things indoors. And check the weather report every few hours to be on the safe side. If you are lucky enough to have a backyard, a deck, a terrace or even a small balcony, make sure you make the most of it by hosting this thanksgiving in the crisp, November air. These outdoor tips will help you create the right ambiance the year round.
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