Planning a backyard bash? Keep your fingers crossed for good weather and do it in style with these sizzling summer party picks.

Alfresco entertaining essentials

  • <p> Give your patio a super-stylish makeover with this set of party-friendly wicker furniture, now half-price.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=1178/form_keyword=John+Lewis+Terrace+Outdoor+Furniture/rd=1/skd=1 ">Invest in the John Lewis Terrace Outdoor Furniture Range, from &pound;110</a></p>
  • <p> Plastic picnicwear needn't be dull and flimsy. Opt for bold colour with this swish set, made from extra-durable acrylic.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search.php?form_keyword=John+Lewis+Playnation+acrylic&amp;c_channel=shopping&amp;s_it=aoluk-shoppingChannel">Stock up on John Lewis Playnation Acrylic Picnicware, from &pound;1.50</a></p>
  • <p> Harness the limited power of the British sunshine and illuminate your outside space with these mini birdcage solar lanterns.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_getprod.php/masterid=975499603/search=John+Lewis+Solar+Birdcage+Line+Lights%2C+Cream ">Get the John Lewis Solar Birdcage Line Lights now for &pound;41</a></p>
  • <p> Wow your guests by blasting out the tunes through this stealthy rock 50W speaker, hidden among the plants.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Outdoor-Rock-Speaker-50W-Brown/dp/B000KGY7I0/ref=sr_1_5? ">Bag the Outdoor Rock Speaker today for &pound;58.64</a></p>
  • <p> A party-saving essential if your fridge is full to capacity with food, this enamel drinks cooler will keep your bevvies nice and chilled.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_getprod.php/masterid=978381048/search=John+Lewis+Enamel+Party+Wine+Cooler+Tub%2C+Red ">Snap up the Enamel Party Wine Cooler Tub today for &pound;23</a></p>
  • <p> Perfect for nippy summer evenings, warm your guests and master your marshmallow-toasting skills with this cast iron fire pit.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://+Round+Fire+Pit+with+Grill ">Buy the Lifestyle Signa Round Fire Pit with Grill now for &pound;54.99</a></p>
  • <p> Don't forget the paper napkins &ndash; we really like these colourful dotty beauties by John Lewis.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_getprod.php/masterid=956518381/search=John+Lewis+Coastal+Ditsy+Paper+Cocktail+Napkins%2C+Pack+Of+20 ">Get the pack of 20 Coastal Ditsy Paper Cocktail Napkins for &pound;4.70</a></p>
  • <p> Bag this affordable three-burner barbie and enjoy the convenience and reliability of a gas grill - without forking out a fortune.<br /> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_getprod.php/masterid=871405158/search=gas+barbecue "><br /> Buy the BillyOh Tasman 500 Gas Barbecue today for just &pound;69</a></p>