Outdoor Entertaining Essentials
When hosting Summer gatherings, having the right outdoor entertaining essentials makes time with your friends and family much more enjoyable.
Hanging out on the patio whether it’s planned weeks in advance or it’s an impromptu cookout, having the best outdoor essentials on hand makes entertaining easier.
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Every party, gathering or event needs cold beverages. I absolutely love our rolling patio cooler. We have plenty of coolers so we could sit around the patio but I wanted something that looked nicer. Once we bought the Permasteel cooler I realized all of the other reasons it was much better. You can open from two sides on the top so it makes separating drinks easy. Now more reaching down to the ground to try and pry open a classic style cooler.
Wayfair is a great place to grab your summer outdoor essentials. So many great options.
Solo Stove fire pit has been a family favorite for a while now. Smokeless and portable for convenience. Move it anywhere around your patio or take camping.
Adirondack Chairs are the perfect classic seat next to the fire. Comfortable and weather proof.
Area Rug that is waterproof is a must have for outdoor decor. The best way to make your outdoor entertaining area feel cozy like a room.
Upholstered Ottoman for extra seating. Made with all weather fabric durable to withstand the elements. Make double use and bring inside to sit by accent chairs as foot rest.
String Lights create an ambience that only lighting can create. Like lamps and rugs, make your outdoor space feel cozy.
Cantilever Umbrella with the arm and base on the side you will have the ability to place the umbrella out of the center of your conversation space.
Artificial Plants aren’t necessarily and essential but just like decorating any space, they sure make a space feel cozy. I like how you can move these around without the need to water.
Rolling Cooler is a must. So cute, easy to move around as needed with super easy access to both sides. Also love the shelf. We bought the off white color but it comes in lots of color options and styles.
- Black Rolling Cooler (same as mine)
- Woodgrain Style
- Colorful Cooler no shelf
- Wicker Style Cooler with shelf
Tablecloth made from 100% cotton in a casual fabric pattern. Sometimes I leave our farmhouse tables uncovered but a nice tablecloth is pretty too.
Flatware Caddy is always nice to have on hand. No need for everyone to be searching for the silverware. I also thought the names on this one were fun.
Dinnerware Set that is made of Melamine keeps the thoughts of broken ceramics on a patio at bay. This indoor/outdoor 12 piece set is a neutral color and pattern making it nice for all the outdoor dinners.
Other ideas for using the outdoor cooler:
- Wedding (we did this for our daughter!)
- Baby Shower
- Ice Cream Party
- Store grilling supplies that need to stay chilled
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