Enjoy Christmas by your pool? We are lucky to live in Houston and enjoy the wonderful weather and being able to enjoy the outdoors and bask in the cooler temps and sunny days is a privilege.
Below are a few ideas on how to enjoy Christmas by your pool.
When guests arrive at your holiday celebration, invite them to join you for appetizers by the pool. The elegance of glowing lights on the water lends a touch of holiday magic to make any party a memorable experience.
Here are a few toasty appetizers that are sure to warm guests up on a crisp night:
These fun warm dishes will make great snacks for your holiday gathering. Serve them up with some punch, one of the most communal beverage experiences, everyone ladling from a single bowl, it’s brilliant. Need a centerpiece? Create a cheese-stuffed Christmas tree adorned with herbs or kale for greenery and bedecked with peppers.
For family-friendly décor, an inflatable Santa lounging on a raft in your pool will add a touch of holiday cheer. Round out your decorations with reindeer or snowmen relaxing poolside, pool noodle candies and festive music.
For a more formal occasion, use pool-safe floating or underwater lights in a holiday-themed color palate. Decorate your pool fence with strands of lights, ornaments, and garland. If you have a cozy outdoor patio update your pillows, rugs, and other furnishings to match your seasonal décor. Then add a decorated tree, wreaths, and garlands where appropriate, and lanterns with candles to help provide extra warmth and light. Decorate your nearby trees and shrubs with lights and ornaments to add a festive feel to the whole backyard.
After dinner, don’t forget to heat your pool, if you have a fire pit by the pool, stoke it up, bring out hot cocoa and blankets for everyone. Don’t forget the marshmallows for smore’s, for a grownup hot cocoa, try this recipe that includes Kahlua, nutmeg and salted caramel! To make it extra festive, try making your own graham crackers, and cut them into holiday shapes.
With these ideas, your Christmas Pool Party is sure to become a success for the festive holiday season.
