Summer Essentials for Entertaining

Once you have your main outdoor furniture groupings set up, add in beautiful outdoor rugs to anchor the seating areas, creating comfort and pops of color.  There are many beautiful choices of Coastal Outdoor Rugs. Outdoor rugs come in durable, washable materials in a variety of patterns and colors. Coastal Outdoor Pillow are another great way to add color and coziness. Throw some pillows on a blanket for extra seating, picnicking and stargazing.  Festive and Nautical Outdoor Lighting extends your summer days into magical nights.  Add lots of flowers and plants in Copper Planters to accentuate nature.  

It's all in the extra touches....which is why we think they are summer essentials. Nothing says cozy summer nights more than a outdoor firepit. Whether it's a sleek stone-like bowl that easily lights with ethanol fuel or a large copper fire bowl that you can fill with real wood, it's all in the romance and coziness of the flickering flame. Some of our favorite summer memories are the days of jumping into a hammock with a pillow and a blanket...the perfect place to read or take a nap. The little ones will enjoy jumping in with you to be read their favorite story, Hanging a hammock in the trees or hanging a bench big enough to sleep on your porch will be a favorite spot for everyone in the family. Make sure to have plenty of throws, blankets and towels. Throws and blankets make your guests feel at home and comfortable into the evening. Our Hatteras throw beds are perfect for extra seating or even sleeping. Big fluffy towels stacked in baskets will come in handy when guests are in and out of the pool.

Make entertaining and cook outs easy with these favorite Summer Tableware Essentials. Stock up on Resin Flatware. It is light weight and easy to clean. Melamine plates are now available in beautiful patterns like these blue and green palm leaf design. These light weight plates are dishwasher safe and much better than paper plates. Serving is so much easier with baskets and trays. It makes bringing things outside easier when it's on a tray. You can also fill trays with flatware and napkins. Special Coastal Hurricane Candle Holders like our Driftwood Hurricane Candle Holder and our that is perfect for outdoor entertaining area and long lasting.