Summertime = Fun in the Sun

For many people, that includes throwing a beach party bash! But what if you don’t live near the ocean? You can still put on a beach-themed party in your backyard or your living room. Here are some ideas for enjoying the flavor of the beach without getting sand in your shorts:

Serve the kind of food you’d bring to a beach picnic, such as hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled corn on the cob, baked potatoes, seafood (shellfish like clams, oysters, mussels, and crab or lobster) or fish, meat and/or vegetable kabobs, fruit, and snow cones. You’ll find some recipe ideas here.

Decorate in the theme using inflatable palm trees and beach balls, leis, straw hats, tropical or beach print tableware, paper lanterns and garlands, balloons and favors.  If the party’s in your backyard, define the area with tiki torches to create the right atmosphere.

And finally, don’t forget the beach party invitations! Set the tone by inviting your guests with a one-of-a-kind invitation from Greeting Card Universe. Stay cool in the heat of planning your party – we make it easy with our choice of fun, fruity and fabulous cards.

BREAKING NEWS: Greeting Card Universe joins with Nickelodeon’s ParentsConnect to bring you a summer camp themed contest! Check the site for details – you could win 20 free GCU card credits!

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