How to Throw the Perfect Garden Party
Spring is a time to celebrate more than just the sun. It is the celebration of a fresh new start, to spend the new season with your loved ones. If you have the perfect outdoor garden ready but don’t know what to do with this space, then we have the perfect guide to throwing a garden party.
What Type of Events Work Best for Garden Parties
Garden parties add a whimsical atmosphere to any type of special occasion that you are planning to celebrate. A few examples of garden parties that you can have include:
- Baby shower
- Bridal shower
- Cocktail Parties
- Brunch
- Birthday Parties
- Start With a Garden-Themed Invitation
Sending out invites is the basic component of any party, and nothing could be better than a garden-themed digital invitation. Plenty of digital invites are available online and are easily customisable. All you need to do is change the layouts, colours, and wording and create the final invitation.
- Planning the Tablescape
Any outdoor garden party is perfect on its own but having your decorations at the right place gives the best visual look. Pay special attention to the tablescape and place settings. You can invest in tablecloths that are floral-themed. Another option is to get plain white table linens and enhance them with floral tablecloths. Bring out the vintage tableware that you have stored and use it for your table settings.
- Add Delicate Lights
Garden parties work best in the daylight but you can even host them during the evening. You can host a sundown party and use dim lights to create a particular ambience. Hang a few strings of fairy lights on trees or over a canopy. Another way to add dim lighting to the environment is by using lanterns torches or pillar candles.
- Go for Simple Party Food
A perfect garden party is all about simplicity and not overcomplicating things. You do not have to worry about complicated food options. Simply select finger food for your perfect outdoor party. People these days are also serving mini charcuterie boards or platters. Some people also like to serve snack food such as popcorn or mixed nuts. Fresh fruits and vegetables also go well with a spring-themed garden party.
- A Comfortable Seating Area
Having an outdoor garden party can get tiring in the heat especially if there is no place to rest. Creating a cosy seating space for your guests is important so they may take a break every once in a while. Go for outdoor cushions or picnic blankets with throw cushions. If you have a grand party, then you can go for rattan chairs or outdoor sofas. Add giant parasols to protect them from the sun.
- Use Flowers
It’s spring time and nothing works better than using natural garden flowers to enhance the theme. You can create a backdrop with these flowers or throw a bunch of these in glass jars. You can even use a few edible garden flowers as a garnish for your food.
- Garden-Themed Party Favors
If you are the host of an event, you would want to send your guests home with party favors as a thank-you note. Having a garden-themed party means that you can easily DIY memorable party favors. A few options include creating a pack of mixed seeds or sending them off with small potted plants. If you have floral arrangements in your garden, you can even let your guests take home a few of these as a party favour.
- Have a Backup Plan Ready
Having a garden party means that most of your guests will be enjoying the outdoor space. You hope for a perfect sunny day on the day of the event. However, having a contingency plan does not hurt. Keep your umbrellas ready in case it rains or keep the coolers ready if the weather gets too hot. Be prepared, for any type of weather that you or your guests may have to face on the event day.
Conclusion
A garden party is magical in itself however, keeping these details in mind can take your event to the next level. Using these garden party ideas can give inspiration for your menu, decor and contingency planning. Once you have all your preparations set up, all you need to do is send the invites to your guests and you are good to go! Best of luck with planning your ultimate garden party
