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Take Your Holiday Entertaining Outside With These 10 Tips

October 10, 2016

If you’re entertaining family and friends during the holidays and could use a bit more space, we've got easy, festive ideas on getting everyone outdoors and into the spirit of the season.

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Photo: Tomas Espinoza. From: Brian Patrick Flynn.

Celebrate the Season (Outside!)

You don't have to keep the party inside! Turn your favorite outdoor space into an entertaining hot spot this holiday season.

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Makeshift Bar

While a sleek bar cart is nice eye candy, you don't need one to create a functional and stylish serving area for guests to prep a cocktail. Any space can be transformed into a makeshift beverage station — all you really need is some barware, a cutting board and a few holiday decorations.

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Photo: Tomas Espinoza. From: Brian Patrick Flynn.

Musical Entertainment

Make memories by asking guests to bring an instrument and provide the musical entertainment.

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Extra Pillows + Blankets

Limited on outdoor furniture? No problem! Keep lots of pillows and extra blankets on hand, and you’ll have no shortage of fireside seating.

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