Summer Backyard Entertaining

Summer is here and it’s time to party.  Forget about work for a bit and get outside and enjoy time with family and friends.  You don’t have to go far just step into your backyard for fun filled afternoons and put that space to use.

backyard long table w rugs

 

backyard table w leaves

Setting up a relaxing summer picnic table can be an easy diy project with the use of recycled wooden palettes.  Sitting back and lounging in the grass along a table made of wooden palettes will make yours guest feel at ease.  Check out these fun table decor ideas with the endless runner lined with simple flowers, complete with blankets and pillows for lingering over a late summer afternoon cocktail.

Backyard pcnic crates

bakcyard pallet picnic

If you’re not feeling in the mood to lay in the grass and desire something a bit more formal, then bring on the chairs.  Long tables with mix and match chairs create a relaxed environment for your laid back bbq.  Stringing lights above the table and stretched out over your space will  produce a charming ambiance that makes everyone feel at home.

backyard mixed chairs lighting

backyard simple table lights

Smores anyone?  Setting up fun stations for food and drinks will add charisma to your dinner party style.  Wheel barrels of beer and coolers made from planters for wine and champagne will keep your drinks cold while being festive.  Ice cream stations and smores will be a crowd pleaser especially with the kids; the following images show great ways to display the aforementioned delights.

backyard smores

backyard wheel barrel of beer

backyard planter cooler

 

backyard ice cream station

Let the games begin!  Add to your guests experience with fun oversized classic games.  Giant checker boards or the jenga stacking game will entertain guest of all ages.  Easy DIY games can be made like this fun ring toss game with recycled materials.

backyard games

backyard giant jenga

backyard ring toss

Step up your movie night with a huge screen in the backyard tied between two trees or existing posts.  Complete your cozy look with soft loungers, pillows and blankets laid out on the grass.  For special touches use oversized bowls for popcorn, lanterns for lighting the way during the movie, and little tables for drinks.

backyard movie

backyard movie longers

Who didn’t love building forts and tents as a kid?  Why not take this childhood favorite to the next level for adults.  Draping pretty fabric from a tree and filling your tent with blankets and pillows create a boho chic lounging area for a lazy afternoon with your friends…and don’t forget the rose’ wine!

backyard adult tent blue

backyard adult tent

 

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