It's a nice, sunshiny-thing. Fishing nets, straw mats and leis can be used as decorations, and fun drink straws and stir sticks are available, she said. A fun twist for a luau menu might include teriyaki burgers with grilled pineapple slices. The bottles were chilled in a couple of old bathtubs. The yard was decorated with grapes, figs and olives, plus lots of garlands and vines.
Guests can play midway games and clowns can work the crowd.
For one client's party, Hurt said all serving trays were stone or wood, landscaping stones lined the length of the buffet table and floral elements were featured between them. Table centerpieces were hollowed-out feather stone with bounteous foliage and bird ornaments. Focal points can be created by placing mammoth column candles throughout the garden. The best party invitations are personalized, creative and set the mood for the party to come. An invitation that's a consumable or re-useable item will capture the attention of invitees.