Our Home Editor Is Loving These Affordable Summer Entertaining Finds
From textured glasses to stylish melamine plates, here's what you need to host guests in style.
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As Good Housekeeping’s home design director, I come across tons of home-related products, both good and bad. But there are some special finds that are just too great to keep to myself. That’s why I’m sharing my favorite home items with you—our readers—here on our website every month in the hope that you’ll appreciate them as much as I do.
It's time to fire up the grill, play fun outdoor games and delight in the company of family and friends under the sun. If you happen to be on the hunt for some affordable pieces to complete your collection of warm-weather entertaining essentials, even if you have a cozy patio, this list has you covered.
Along with outdoor staples like playful melamine plates, you'll find trendy beaded glasses (they're six for under $25!), super-soft terracotta napkins and much more. The best part? These finds won't break the bank either! Everything is under $40.
So, go ahead and keep scrolling to make your next al fresco bash a success, whether you're planning a formal celebration or a laid-back affair. While you're at it, give these creative backyard decorating ideas a try, too.
Summer entertaining season is officially here, which means you're going to need stylish melamine plates for outdoor dining. This lively set of four fits the bill, and they're dishwasher-safe.
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You can't beat six glasses for under $25! They're 12 ounces and the vintage-inspired beaded design works for all kinds of refreshing summer cocktails and delicious mocktails. "The included straws add a playful element, and the overall quality makes them a delightful choice for any beverage," one Amazon shopper commented.
Whether you're whipping up your favorite Caesar salad or enjoying your farmers' market fruit haul, this glass salad bowl will come in handy. The organic shape and unexpected gray hue make it look way more expensive than it is. Plus, you can also use it for serving small snacks when hosting family and friends.
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Elevate breakfast, lunch or dinner with these 100% cotton terracotta napkins, available in a set of four. Reviewers say they're "high quality," "beautiful" and "soft." Keep in mind that they're on the large side though — each one is 18''x18".
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With these woven trays, you can corral magazines, display greenery or even serve drinks when entertaining guests at home. They're that versatile!
Every plant parent needs a stylish planter like this colorful floral pick. The ceramic design is six inches and it features drainage holes to prevent soggy soil.
Every table setting could benefit from a dose of texture. This burlap style checks all the right boxes —it's understated to match any aesthetic, the neutral hue can complement tons of color schemes and it's under $10.
Scalloped decor is having a moment. Test the trend with this pretty coir doormat that'll give guests a great first impression. It's PVC-backed and the blue detail is hand stenciled, adding to its charm.
Keep guests cool with this three-liter, double-insulated ice bucket, which comes with a scoop and tongs. And in case you did not know, pineapples are a symbol of hospitality, too.
I recently snagged a few of these wooden spoons at my local Williams-Sonoma and I can't get enough of them. The hardwood is of good quality and I use them for everything from mixing ingredients to serving dinner.
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