​Montana Holidays | Outdoor Entertaining Ideas

​Montana Holidays | Outdoor Entertaining Ideas

​Montana Holidays | Outdoor Entertaining Ideas
 
At Anderson’s Masonry Hearth and Home, we love Montana Holidays | Outdoor Entertaining Ideas.  December in Montana is downright chilly,..but don’t let that keep you from enjoying your outdoor living areas with family and friends this winter holiday season.   
 
Here are some great tips for celebrating  the holidays in Montana winter weather.

Outdoor Entertaining

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​Bring Fire to Your Outdoor Space
 
There is something comforting about gathering around a fire on chilly days or evenings.   Perhaps that is the reason that outdoor fireplaces and fire pits are quickly gaining popularity in outdoor living. Everyone loves the crackling noise, mesmerizing flames and the smoky scent.  This holiday, invest in that fire feature you’ve been wanting. Oh… and don’t forget the fire wood and s’more makings! 

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Light up the Night
 
When planning a winter get-together, decorative lighting is paramount to any holiday gathering.  String lights create a wonderful holiday atmosphere; there lighting is illuminates dark pathways and creates a magical ambiance to your gathering.  Consider adding candles as well for additional soft lighting.  Always use caution with candles, by placing them in a safe place away from flammables and accidental bumps from guests.  

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Don't Forget the Holiday Music

Who wants a party without music?  Don’t have a boring party!  Don’t worry if you don’t have an outdoor sound system.  There are a variety of economical bluetooth speakers available that will allow you to showcase your holiday playlists.  Alternatively, you can set your tablet on a Pandora station, link it to the speaker, and you’re good to go.  Later, when you decide to add something more permanent, look for a system that will allow you to connect many of your devices to your indoor and outdoor sound system.  

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Warm Guest, Happy Host
 
Warm your guests from the inside out.  Make sure you have plenty of warm drinks available, like coffee, hot cider, or peppermint cocoa.  But to make sure they’re warm on the outside, too, it’s a great idea to keep many decorative, heavy throws close by.  If the weather is exceptionally cold, consider purchasing a full size or tabletop butane heater.  These heaters come in a range of styles, colors and price changes.  Remember, to have extra tanks in case you run out.  

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​Delight Your Guests with Tasty Hor d’oeuvres
 
No holiday party is complete without the food. Stick to yummy appetizers like popcorn, meatballs, cookies, jalapeño poppers, and tomato feta cheese crostinis.  Keep it simple; appetizers can be prepared in advance so that you can spend more time with your guests and less time in the kitchen.  Outdoor holiday entertaining can prove to be difficult to keep the food warm.  Consider, keeping the food indoors or use slow cookers or covered buffet warming trays outdoors.

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