Summer Entertaining Essentials For The 4th & Beyond

(Via Inslee Designs)

July is filled with a busy schedule of picnics, barbecues and weekends away. Are you prepared for your Summer parties? Time to have festive thoughts for the 4th and beyond. I went on a search for some entertaining essentials that I know you are going to love. Get ready, get set, get entertaining!

HERE: 13 Fab Finds

MyDrap Disposable Linens
My friend Mollie and I discovered these nifty napkins several years ago. They are the perfect compromise between paper and linen. Made of 100% cotton and perforated on a roll, you simply tear off as needed. They are meant to be used once and tossed....or can be washed and used a few times.  At these sale prices, I say toss them!
HSN

Naturally Cooling Barware
Don't you just hate it when your ice cubes melt? It always seems like such a waste to me. Enter Magisso and Simon Stevens' cool ceramic collection of servers. Love the minimalist look for the modern host or hostess. The perfect way to serve an chill cocktail party. Cheers!
A + R Store

Set of 4 Acrylic Stemless Glasses
Red, white, blue and clearly chic, these glasses are patio ready. They also are priced right for giving your Summer Host. Monogrammed free.
Mark and Graham

Kim Seybert Cocktail Napkins
These are as cute as it gets. Perfect for a "girls night"at your home.
Bergdorf Goodman

Carmelo Melamine Dinnerware

Hard to believe that this collection is not stoneware. Pretty enough to use inside and patio practical, as well.  Best yet, these colorful pieces go into the dishwasher. See the collection at
Pier 1

Core Bamboo Cutlery
This ever so chic cutlery has been made with 100%organic and food-safe bamboo. Pick your preference, natural color that has been finished with premium oils or hand dipped with color.
AHAlife

Fringe Napkin Set
Add color to any celebration with festive napkins.
Pier 1

Dansk The Burbs Collection
More marvelous Melamine! Give a nod to mid century design with a retro vibe. Have fun playing with patterns.  Sold exclusively at
Bloomingdale's

Enamel Serving Set
Add a pop of color to your outdoor tablescape. Perfect for pasta, fruit and green salads.
Anthropologie

MacKenzie-Childs Food Dome
Nothing is more of a buzz kill than to have the bugs "taste test" the food before your guests. These whimsical but practical pieces come in three styles and sizes.
Neiman Marcus

 Cheese Block With Knife & Spreader
I stumbled upon this fabulous cheese presentation at Fashionable Hostess. The base for this spectacular but simple appetizer, is Nambe's beautiful wooden server. 
Nambe

Chinoiserie Monogram Lucite Tray by Boatman Geller 

These lovely lucite trays allow you to "live your style" all year long. With several patterns to choose from, I found the chinoiserie print so very chic.  After Summer is over, bring it inside and give it a special spot on your vanity for perfume and pretty little things.
Zhush

Wooden Ice Cream Spoons
Guaranteed to help with brain freeze! These swoon worthy spoons are perfect for sundae bars, and the smaller spoons work well with smaller cups of ice cream. 40 spoons in total. Just enough for your next ice cream social.
Food52

Beverage Dispensers
Patio perfect! Find every size and type at The Classic Hostess. Use them for water, lemonade or a signature cocktail at your next party. Pictured above is the "Cairo." Find your fave style.
Classic Hostess

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