Summertime Sadness

Summer is by far my favorite season. With this winter weather, my wishful thinking kicked in and I decided to pin some backyard barbeque ideas! Here's what I came up with for a sizzling summertime get-together.

 

Tablescape! These bandana place-settings are adorable for any backyard barbeque. I also love the use of sunflowers as centerpieces and lemons to weigh down the paper plates.

 

http://mollyann-m.blogspot.com/2009/05/all-american.html

 

Similar idea, stuff a mason jar with a bandana and silverware at each place-setting.

 

 

http://www.pinterest.com/esmirelda/

 

Here's a cool way to stow all of your beverages! Incorporating the chalkboard on the front allows you to switch up the description of what's inside whenever you want.

 

 

http://www.allisondavisphotography.com/blog/2011/08/24/kali-kyle-wedding-reception-at-event-1013-plano-wedding-photography/

 

Sides of baked beans in these awesome mini-mason jars are perfect for backyard barbeques. They are so cute and your guests can take them home!

 

 

http://celebrationsathomeblog.com/2011/05/backyard-bbq-inspiration-part-1-tabletop-buffet-free-printables.html

 

Also for your guests to take home, whip up some barbeque sauce party favors. A delicious way for your guests to remember the day/night!

 

 

http://www.hwtm.com/index.cfm?page=albums/view_album&albumid=8045

 

Cherry lime freeze pops are perfect treats for backyard barbeques and are extremely easy to make!

 

 

http://www.michaels.com/Cherry-Lime-Freeze-Pops/34434,default,pd.html

 

When the day turns to night, have your guests stick around for an outdoor movie! How cool are these blow up screens made for backyard viewings? They are also great for watching sporting events.

 

 

http://finestproductsreviewed.com/new-open-air-cinema-cinebox-home-12x7-backyard/

 

I hope these ideas were able to get your mind off the snowy weather for a little while and can help you devour the details when planning your first summer barbeque!