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Easy Outdoor Serving Station

Make entertaining outdoors easy by creating a simple serving station that can be set up in minutes!

Create an easy DIY serving station for your outdoor entertaining with crates!Except for the hottest of days, my family practically lives outdoors during the summer. So needless to say, that is also where we entertain guests during warm weather. Doing dishes isn’t high on my list of things to do when company comes calling or we’re having a family BBQ in the backyard. I am ALL about disposable serving items.

This easy serving station is something I can keep set up and stock with paper/plastic goods all summer long and everyone can help themselves to what they need. I can even add condiments at meal times so that things are all in one place.

And you would not believe how simple it was to make!

Create an easy DIY serving station for your outdoor entertaining with crates!
Start with some crates. I found these lightweight crates at Old Time Pottery.

Add some paint if you wish, to give them more character. I used Americana Decor Outdoor Living paint in Turquoise Sky from DecoArt. It is meant for items that are going to be outdoors.

Create an easy DIY serving station for your outdoor entertaining with crates!
I only painted the insides of the crates and kept the outsides plain. You can paint, stain, or leave the crates as is. Stain and paint will act as protectors of the wood. If you choose to leave them plain then you probably want to add a wood sealer to protect them from the weather.

Create an easy DIY serving station for your outdoor entertaining with crates!
Stack crates to maximize serving space. Mount them on a wall, or glue them together with epoxy.

Create an easy DIY serving station for your outdoor entertaining with crates!
Fill the serving station with plates, cups, napkins, cutlery, straws, condiments, and anything else you might need for your family and friends prior to your cookout or gathering. Restock as needed.

Create an easy DIY serving station for your outdoor entertaining with crates!
I’m sure you can find other ways to use this serving station when guests aren’t over. Such as a bubble station for the little ones, or a place to set up some flower pots.

However you decide to use it, this serving station will be a great addition to your outdoor space!

 

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Crystal Green

Monday 18th of July 2016

This is a neat idea. I like how simple it is to make. Your color choices are nice too. I love that shade of blue.

Thank you for sharing this with us on the #HomeMattersParty. We hope to see you again when we open our doors at 12 AM EST on Friday.

Susan

Sunday 17th of July 2016

So cute and festive and I adore repurposed projects. Thanks for sharing at the #ThisIsHowWeRoll Link Party.

Edye

Saturday 16th of July 2016

Great idea! Perfect for a summertime BBQ!!

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Lucie

Saturday 16th of July 2016

What a cute and creative idea! I love the colors you chose...perfect for a summer afternoon! Thank you for sharing!

Theresa @DearCreatives

Saturday 16th of July 2016

Fun idea. Love the color you picked. Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight Party. Shared.

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