{"id":10978,"date":"2019-02-14T09:00:28","date_gmt":"2019-02-14T14:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/?p=10978"},"modified":"2019-01-29T07:15:37","modified_gmt":"2019-01-29T12:15:37","slug":"winter-party-ideas-how-to-throw-a-summer-themed-party-during-winter-because-winter-blues-suck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/winter-party-ideas-how-to-throw-a-summer-themed-party-during-winter-because-winter-blues-suck\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Party Ideas: How to Throw A Summer-Themed Party During Winter (Because Winter Blues Suck)"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"two-friends-are-celebrating-carnaval-blue-color-predominant-confettin-picture-id901980716\"It’s the middle of February and winter has officially made itself comfortable (unlike the people having to weather this weather). Spring is still ages away and summer is nothing, but a very distant dream. Seems like a bleak (and cold) future if you ask us. Winter blues are real and there’s really no denying them.\u00a0Luckily there are things we can all do to make life suck a bit less during these brutal winter months.\u00a0And we don’t mean a one way flight to the Bahamas (although if that’s an option you should probably do that).<\/p>\n

Basically whatever\u00a0tricks\u00a0your mind and body into thinking the sun is shining — do it. Crank up the heat, mix yourself a Pi\u00f1a Colada and put on your favorite summer outfit. Go ahead, pretend it’s summer time. Better yet, invite your friends, your neighbors and really anyone that would stand to benefit from a faux summer day — and throw a summer themed party.<\/p>\n

Crazy!?<\/p>\n

Maybe.<\/p>\n

But also, how fun does that sound!?\u00a0Don’t wait for summer to make it’s triumphant return, make it come back (if only just for one day) right now. If you’re really itching for some sun, this social get together will be a great way to do just that!<\/p>\n

But how?!?! [You may be asking.] And we’re here to tell you all about it. From simple tips to genius decoration ideas you’ll want to use for the rest of your party throwing years. You’ll have everything you need to know about throwing a summer-themed party during the winter by the time you finish this post.<\/p>\n

So, let’s get to it.<\/p>\n

Make some room.<\/h3>\n

Fitting everyone into your home may take a bit of jig-sawing.\u00a0Move your furniture around so that the bulky stuff is against the wall — leaving the center of the room(s) empty. And if you’re thinking of how much space that leaves for an epic dance party — we\u00a0love where your head is at.<\/p>\n

And if a bunch of free space for an epic dance party is not your thing,\u00a0cover the empty floor with\u00a0beach towels.\u00a0Create a real summer-y beach vibe by spreading out some beach towels and foldable beach chairs. Not the most elegant, but it’ll definitely get you and your guests into the beach-y mood.\u00a0Not to mention the\u00a0extra seating arrangements. It’s easier to forget about the blizzard happening outside when you’re sitting among beach inspired decor.<\/p>\n

If sitting on beach towels doesn’t sound all to comfortable, add some pillows and voila!<\/p>\n

Kiddo pool.<\/h3>\n

Turning a drab winter day into a summer blow out will take some creativity. If you have a bit of extra space, think about adding a kiddie pool to your shindig. Crazy? Maybe. But hear us out.<\/p>\n

Blow up a small kiddie pool (do this while already inside) and fill it up with tiny plastic balls. Use it\u00a0as a place to store the drinks (exchanging the plastic balls for ice) — a creative summer approach to serving drinks if there ever was one. OR better yet — use the kiddie pool for some added fun. You and your guests can take turns lounging in the pool — making it that much easier to pretend it’s just another summer day.<\/p>\n

If nothing else, this little addition will be the source of many silly (and memorable) Instagram photos.<\/p>\n

Turn up the summer tunes.<\/h3>\n

What’s a party without some killer tunes to set the mood. It may seem trivial now, but making sure to create a playlist ahead of time will keep the summer vibes going without any weird intermissions.<\/p>\n

Make\u00a0your playlist to go along with\u00a0your theme — summer good vibes — and make it longer than you think you need.\u00a0Avoid songs that elude to the winter, are slow or dreary in any way shape or form. You’re trying to boost spirits here. Think Beach Boys and Jack Johnson. Songs specifically about summer are also perfect —\u00a0“The Beatles\u2019 \u201cGood Day Sunshine,\u201d Michael Franti\u2019s reggae-tinged \u201cSound of Sunshine,\u201d \u201cSummer Nights\u201d from \u201cGrease”.<\/p>\n