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How to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada Day
No dock? No problem! Here's how to throw a laidback-meets-chic Canada Day party in the city. Expert entertainer Marla Brown shares her tips on styling a backyard with classic Canadian colours and the best party pleasing snacks and cocktails for your fellow Canucks.
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Canada Day Party Inspiration
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1/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
A red and white colour scheme is a no brainer for a Canada Day party, but Marla gave it a modern spin with white tissue paper pom poms and red and glass goblets.EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DayCanada Day Party Inspiration
PHOTO 1 of 13READ LESS -A red and white colour scheme is a no brainer for a Canada Day party, but Marla gave it a modern spin with white tissue paper pom poms and red and glass goblets.Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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Thoughtful Touches
2/13Thoughtful Touches
2/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
This being Canada and all, July 1st temperatures are somewhat unreliable, but a good hostess will prepare for everything, with bottles of SPF and bug spray on hand, and wraps for every guest when the sun sets.EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DayThoughtful Touches
PHOTO 2 of 13READ LESS -This being Canada and all, July 1st temperatures are somewhat unreliable, but a good hostess will prepare for everything, with bottles of SPF and bug spray on hand, and wraps for every guest when the sun sets.Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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The Modern Patriot
3/13The Modern Patriot
3/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
Modern patio furniture gets a quick Canuck update with simple red runners draped over the table, and graphic lanterns hung under the patio umbrella.EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DayThe Modern Patriot
PHOTO 3 of 13READ LESS -Modern patio furniture gets a quick Canuck update with simple red runners draped over the table, and graphic lanterns hung under the patio umbrella.Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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Flower Power
4/13Flower Power
4/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufsker
Big white blooms add texture and cheer to a table, not to mention pull together the perfect ode to Canada's flag.EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DayFlower Power
PHOTO 4 of 13READ LESS -Big white blooms add texture and cheer to a table, not to mention pull together the perfect ode to Canada's flag.Photo Credit: Christine Kufsker
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Set the Table
5/13Set the Table
5/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
Having your colour scheme flow right down to the cutlery helps complete the look, but we love how black details elevate the look.EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DaySet the Table
PHOTO 5 of 13READ LESS -Having your colour scheme flow right down to the cutlery helps complete the look, but we love how black details elevate the look.Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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Spell it Out
6/13Spell it Out
6/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
We love the subtle nod to Canada Day with cute block letters assembled on a shelf. They'd also look perfect running down the middle of a table or across the bar.EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DaySpell it Out
PHOTO 6 of 13READ LESS -We love the subtle nod to Canada Day with cute block letters assembled on a shelf. They'd also look perfect running down the middle of a table or across the bar.Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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Think Outside the Box
7/13Think Outside the Box
7/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
Swedish berries scattered on display amp up the colour scheme (and offer tempting treats for guests!).EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DayThink Outside the Box
PHOTO 7 of 13READ LESS -Swedish berries scattered on display amp up the colour scheme (and offer tempting treats for guests!).Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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Stress-Free Hosting
8/13Stress-Free Hosting
8/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
Have drinks and glassware set up so guests can easily help themselves.EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DayStress-Free Hosting
PHOTO 8 of 13READ LESS -Have drinks and glassware set up so guests can easily help themselves.Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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Fun in the Sun
9/13Fun in the Sun
9/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
Keep an eye on beverages and have plenty of ice on hand. If all goes well and weather is bright and sunny, you'll be restocking ice non stop!EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DayFun in the Sun
PHOTO 9 of 13READ LESS -Keep an eye on beverages and have plenty of ice on hand. If all goes well and weather is bright and sunny, you'll be restocking ice non stop!Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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Canada Day Party Inspiration
10/13Canada Day Party Inspiration
10/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
BBQ is classic Canada Day fare, and strawberry shortcake is the sweetest way to end the meal!EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DayCanada Day Party Inspiration
PHOTO 10 of 13READ LESS -BBQ is classic Canada Day fare, and strawberry shortcake is the sweetest way to end the meal!Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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Bite Size
11/13Bite Size
11/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
Keep food to bite size portions so guests can easily move about, and eat with one hand, and keep a bevvy in the other!EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DayBite Size
PHOTO 11 of 13READ LESS -Keep food to bite size portions so guests can easily move about, and eat with one hand, and keep a bevvy in the other!Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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Make Yourself at Home
12/13Make Yourself at Home
12/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
Have extra seating with cushions on hand so guests can sit back and relax!EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DayMake Yourself at Home
PHOTO 12 of 13READ LESS -Have extra seating with cushions on hand so guests can sit back and relax!Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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Cheers to Canada Day
13/13Cheers to Canada Day
13/13Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
Once the party is under way be sure to grab a cocktail and enjoy. You deserve it!EntertainingHow to Throw a Laidback-Meets-Chic Party for Canada DayCheers to Canada Day
PHOTO 13 of 13READ LESS -Once the party is under way be sure to grab a cocktail and enjoy. You deserve it!Photo Credit: Christine Kufske
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