The Holidays are just around the corner, tomorrow actually for many folks! And if you're looking for some last minute ideas for ways you can step up your hosting game, we've written this blog just for you! Here are 3 ways you can make your outdoor space part of your holiday celebration!
Bring the Party Outside: There's a good chance that your indoor space may be cluttered with jackets, shoes, presents, appetizers spreads and all the other goodies that come with the holidays. That means there's also a good chance it might be a little crowded, so why not take the party outdoors?
Whether you're in the chilly northern climates or the milder southern climates, you can feature your outdoor space! Consider hosting a happy hour around your fire pit! If it's chilly, light up the fire and turn it up a bit, add some festive holiday blankets and you're good to go! Sprinkle in a few appetizers and fun beverage and you'll have a start to your celebration that everyone will be talking about!
Warmer climates, this is your time to shine! Nothing beats spending some time outside in nice, mild temperatures, especially around a glowing fire pit or fireplace! Start your party here and revel in the delight of some fresh, outdoor air.
Have S'more Dessert: Cookies and other baked goods are a holiday staple, but the charm of roasting a marshmallow over a fire is never lost on anyone! For a simple dessert after the main event, take your party outside and roast marshmallows for s'mores - yes this is a perfectly fine thing to do over a gas fire pit, just make sure the marshmallow doesn't fall off or melt onto the burner pan as that stickiness can plug up your burner ports.
Decompression & Relaxation: Maybe you want to keep your outdoor space to yourself (one less thing to worry about cleaning up, right?). That's totally okay too! You can use that warm, cozy fire just before everyone arrives as a way to decompress from all the hustle and bustle of getting your home ready to go.
On the flip side your outdoor space can be a place you head once everything is done. A good book, some tea (or other beverage of choice) and the ambiance of the fire for your to unwind and celebrate a job well done!
What ways have you brought your outdoor space into your holiday celebrations? Let us know in the comments and we'll perhaps share of those ideas across our social media channels for others to see!
