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Outdoor party ideas for just the girls….

May 15, 2014 By Jennifer

I think sometimes when we think about backyard parties, we think it has to be this big to-do with lots of decorations, catered food, and loud music. We often forget that sometimes, it is nice to take some of the same backyard outdoor party ideas and apply them to smaller get-togethers. They can be something that is not super-stressful and enjoyable on a smaller scale. I wanted to put together a little after-dinner soiree for myself and just a few friends where we could actually enjoy each other’s company and the beautiful weather. So I set up a nice little quiet gathering in a cozy area of my backyard.

A party for a few freinds in the backyard

I used the TIKI® Brand Glowing Torches with Citronella Torch Fuel for some ambient lighting and found that they helped to keep the mosquitoes away too!

backayrd party for just the girls

I bought some yummy foods to snack on while we talked.

a simple cheese board and mini bundt cakes make a nice party treat

I always like setting up a cheese and fruit board. It’s easy to eat, and by including both cheese and fruit with regular and gluten-free crackers, it fits into everyone’s diet. Plus, it’s so fast to put together, it really makes it almost stress-free. I used a Parrano cheese, a Dill Gouda and a goat cheese with strawberry jam. With a bit of sliced apple, it’s easy to replenish too.

cute places settings for a girl party

I wanted to make the place settings special with vintage plates and a fun drink.

pretty straws at a aprty

And a pretty straw. There’s something about drinking out of a glass bottle with a straw that reminds me of being a kid.

I wanted my guests to feel special and added a little party favor of a pincushion flower in a mini-bottle.

pin cushion flowers in mini bottles for party favors

And on a real cloth napkin. None of those paper things for this party!

I also thought putting succulents in vintage tart pans would be nice as mini-plate side centerpieces.

A succulent in a vintage tart pan makes a nice mini-decoration

I had to include a yummy dessert too! Mini-bundt cakes in different flavors with cream cheese frosting. Just enough for a few bites and no worries about having to cut a dessert!

Pick up and eat!

mini bundt cakes

The TIKI® Brand Glowing Torches made a nice ambient light, and the blown glass was pretty with the “glowing” battery operated light illuminated.

Pretty tiki torches the backayrd

It went so well in my yard and added a nice touch of color for a nice and relaxed evening with friends. They even look pretty during the day when they aren’t lit.

 

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Comments

  1. Lori H says

    May 15, 2014 at 5:58 am

    What a fun party table! Our backyard is always a little damp, so I am always searching for pretty ways to keep the mosquitos away. The Tiki torches would be perfect. I had no idea there were so many different looks to a Tiki torch!

  2. Nancy says

    May 15, 2014 at 6:38 am

    What a sweet and charming outdoor party set up! It’s just perfect!

  3. camille says

    May 15, 2014 at 7:31 am

    Love the blue torches!

  4. Shanna says

    May 15, 2014 at 8:02 am

    The blue tiki torches would be wonderful for the summer nights on my deck. Keeping the bugs away and providing additional mood lighting – sign me up!

  5. Joyce says

    May 15, 2014 at 9:11 am

    Wowza luv the blue glowing torches! They which would look perfect with our decor and provide extra light for
    outside activities and entertaining at night for family, friends, and the youth group at church. Thank you very much. Make everyday special – :-)!

  6. Christine says

    May 15, 2014 at 3:32 pm

    on my way over

  7. Chelsea says

    May 15, 2014 at 9:17 pm

    I love how the Tiki torches provide such a welcoming atmosphere!

  8. Andrea says

    May 15, 2014 at 11:50 pm

    The lighting is lovely, but the scent is also great!

  9. Erin P says

    May 16, 2014 at 3:45 am

    Ambience! I love to entertain and part of my favorite thing is to create a warm, welcoming environment through lighting. Tiki would do the trick. Thanks for the opportunity!

  10. Sherri G. says

    May 16, 2014 at 6:23 am

    I love to have back yard patio gatherings and so do my daughters! One day we had one together and we used our tiki torches to keep the Mom zone and Teen zone separate!! I would love a set of the new torches, how pretty!

  11. Bri D. says

    May 16, 2014 at 8:06 am

    Right now my backyard is pretty blah, so these would definitely help! I’m currently looking for ways to turn my backyard into my perfect place for entertaining so these would be great!

  12. Sandi says

    May 16, 2014 at 11:03 am

    LOVE cobalt blue as anyone who has been to my cottage on the lake. Would make very good use of the torches. They seem to set the attitude for the party.

  13. Anne F says

    May 16, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    I absolutely LOVE the blue tiki torches!!! Where we live the mosquitos are vicious…not only would the tikis deal with those nasty boogers, but they’d give the patio area a splash of class!An

  14. Anne F says

    May 16, 2014 at 1:30 pm

    https://twitter.com/Chunky_Mermaid/status/467371300797702144

  15. Bonnie says

    May 16, 2014 at 5:43 pm

    The Tiki torches are such a great way to help keep the bug issue down for backyard gatherings. I had no idea they had more than just the bamboo torches! These are beautiful and help with the decorating – adding “pretty” effortlessly.

  16. Dollys Cherry Heart says

    May 16, 2014 at 9:42 pm

    WOW tiki torches have come a long way!
    Do you remember the bamboo ones that were not the prettiest thing but worked?
    I am really loving the blue and black , what a pretty accent for any party!
    Thank you for sharing.

    Smiles, Dolly

  17. Wenchy says

    May 18, 2014 at 4:25 am

    I really enjoy reading your blog!!

  18. heather says

    May 20, 2014 at 11:26 pm

    The TIKI Brand helps me create the perfect environment for outdoor entertaining by creating a fun, comfortable and classy place to celebrate life with family and friends.

  19. Kristen says

    May 21, 2014 at 6:41 pm

    I like the flickery light they put off, making even a plain old BBQ seem special.

  20. Kristen says

    May 21, 2014 at 6:45 pm

    tweeted
    https://twitter.com/rubylorikeet/status/469262687768039424

  21. D Schmidt says

    May 25, 2014 at 1:00 pm

    The Tiki brand provides a sense of relief against mosquitoes when outdoors, compliments our outdoor decor and adds to the ambiance with their great styling. My children would also think they are incredibly cool!

  22. D Schmidt says

    May 25, 2014 at 1:01 pm

    Tweeted
    https://twitter.com/mummytotwoboys1/status/470625131421630464

  23. Alicia Stamm says

    May 25, 2014 at 2:57 pm

    what a sweet and precious little arrangement! I wish I could come! The Tiki Brand torches are stunningly beautiful, and would help create the absolute best environment for outdoor entertaining by making the perfect amount of soft light to keep the party going, and by putting mosquito repelling fluid in the torch, we can actually stand to be outside to enjoy the festivities

  24. Ashley H says

    June 1, 2014 at 7:24 pm

    They would help set the ambiance and keep the bugs away.

  25. Lauren says

    June 4, 2014 at 9:11 am

    It sets the perfect summer night mood!

  26. Lauren E. says

    June 8, 2014 at 9:36 am

    Tiki torches help set the mood and create a warmer feeling outdoor environment.

  27. Shellie Kreps says

    June 12, 2014 at 8:09 am

    The Tiki Torches are a beautiful change from the traditional type. I am very interested in the table top ones. They are perfect for a table top. Stunning look and functional also. I need to find some of those.

  28. marge browning says

    June 17, 2014 at 4:07 pm

    LOVE the blue tiki torches!!

  29. janie w says

    June 19, 2014 at 12:33 pm

    Such a pretty backyard party! Love the Tiki torches!

  30. Gina M says

    June 24, 2014 at 11:59 am

    This would create the perfect summer gathering because of the ambiance it would create as well as the ability to repel bugs.

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

  31. Debbie B says

    June 29, 2014 at 4:57 pm

    i love the way these tiki torches set the atmosphere for a party – they look lovely

  32. Debbie B says

    June 29, 2014 at 4:59 pm

    i posted a tweet:

    https://twitter.com/bellows22/status/483368854194634753

  33. Donna Harris says

    June 29, 2014 at 8:24 pm

    I’ve never seen the Tiki torches in blue before. I have some old tiki torches that I’ve had for some years now, but I love them when I sit outside in the evening. They help keep the mosquitoes, gnats and other bugs away. The Tiki torches in blue are really cool, blue my favorite color, I would love to win this. Thanks!

    I post on twitter: https://twitter.com/donnasquaw/status/483416769776738305

  34. Donna Harris says

    June 29, 2014 at 8:25 pm

    I post on twitter: https://twitter.com/donnasquaw/status/483416769776738305

  35. Kerry says

    June 30, 2014 at 9:22 pm

    Tiki helps by being functional, yet very stylish too!

  36. Kerry says

    July 1, 2014 at 8:32 pm

    tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/484147459594006528

  37. Wanda McHenry says

    July 4, 2014 at 2:32 am

    Tiki will absolutely help by giving my patio a great amber on those special nights!

  38. Wanda McHenry says

    July 4, 2014 at 2:34 am

    https://twitter.com/myfolly/status/484963486049394689

  39. Betty C says

    July 4, 2014 at 12:32 pm

    These would make our “theater nights” so much more fun. A neighborhood get together with a movie shown using the side of the garage as a screen and pot luck food is a summer standard. Making it bug free would be a great bonus.

  40. Betty C says

    July 4, 2014 at 12:35 pm

    Tweet – https://twitter.com/willitara/status/485114290328707072

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