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Home, Outdoors · August 10, 2016

How to Host a Glam Campfire Gathering

Glam Campfire Gathering

Glam Campfire Gathering

Glam Campfire Gathering

Campfires are seriously the best. Growing up, campfires were always a summertime and autumn staple. As kids I don’t think we cared about getting bit by mosquitos or if there was adequate seating around the fire circle — we just cared about getting the s’mores!

I have so many fond memories of talking around campfires in high school with friends when there was nothing else to do, and more recently drinking margs around a campfire or two with friends down in Mississippi!

I am fully convinced that every occasion can (and sometimes should) be an elegant affair — campfire gatherings included! These are a few of my favorite ways to make a campfire feel like a glam and posh event.

Second video for JE ever right here! This video was so much fun to make. I have a feeling you will be seeing a lot more videos on Jassamine Elaine in the future! Check out the vlog below and keep reading to see how you can make your next campfire gathering the glam event you’re craving 🙂

                             

Glam Campfire Gathering

One // Seating

If anyone can make foldable camping chairs look elegant, please let me know!! Ditch the plastic folding chairs and opt for something a little more rustic. Large logs make fabulous chair alternatives and really go with the theme. Of course these may be hard to come by if you aren’t always splitting your own wood. Think outside the box — do you have any cool benches? or stools? These will work too. Frame the seating around the fire pit.

Glam Campfire Gathering

Glam Campfire Gathering

Two // Plush Details

You want this event to feel posh — so there should be some type of soft texture entwined throughout the decor. I used sheepskins on the logs to make them feel more comfortable and to add a hint of luxury. I really love the contrast of the soft rug with the bark! If you don’t have sheepskins on hand, different folded quilts carefully draped would work great as well! Whenever you’re hosting an event, your number one priority should be your guests comfort. Make sure to have a blanket or two nearby in case the night turns chilly!

Glam Campfire Gathering

Glam Campfire Gathering

Three // Presentation

By the time your guests arrive, everything should be ready to go so you can enjoy the evening! With a campfire, there will be maintenance needed throughout the evening. Make sure you have enough wood cut and gathered and conveniently located near the fire pit. S’mores are a necessity so make sure you have ingredients on hand! It’s no fun digging for a crumbled graham cracker in the bottom of the box — arrange all the necessary s’mores ingredients on a large platter. Not only will this make it more convenient for everyone, it will make even the marshmallows look like a delicacy!  Also, wine is always a good idea 😉

Glam Campfire Gathering

Glam Campfire Gathering

Four // Staging

The little extra details will really make your guests feel like they’re in a rustic oasis instead of a suburban neighborhood! Carefully arrange the split logs you have already gathered (see step three) by the fire pit in an organized fashion instead of a jumbled mess. Did you recently split them with an ax? Or haul them to the fire pit using a wheelbarrow? Leave these items in view (this will also help frame the circle more!). Make sure you have a blanket on hand in case it gets chilly (see step two) and carefully drape it over something. Designate a “table” for the evening that all the goodies will be on and make sure to have any necessary glassware on hand (if serving drinks). Music always helps set the tone for a party — I use these wireless speakers and swear by them (I have the mint green color! My mom has it too).

If you loved this post, please share it with a friend! If you plan on having a campfire with friends soon, I’d love to hear about it! I hope you all have the best day 🙂

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Comments

  1. Tianna says

    August 11, 2016 at 3:49 pm

    this looks like such a blast! love that you included s’mores – I mean can’t have a campfire without them amirite?!

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    • Kathryn says

      August 12, 2016 at 1:08 am

      Hi Tianna!! seriously, s’mores are def a must-have!
      Xx, K

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  2. Mel says

    August 12, 2016 at 1:10 am

    Love your glamping party!

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    • Kathryn says

      August 12, 2016 at 1:52 am

      Thank you so much Mel!!
      Xx, K

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  3. Anna-Alina says

    August 12, 2016 at 10:42 am

    Looks so cosy! You take so pretty photos! Do you want to be friends with me on bloglovin? If yes, just follow my blog there, I’ll follow your blog back!!! https://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/anna-alina-3947784

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    • Kathryn says

      August 15, 2016 at 5:34 pm

      Thanks so much anna!
      Xx, K

      Reply
  4. CLM says

    August 19, 2016 at 1:23 am

    LOVE your post!!! Detailed, beautiful, and inspiring. Thank you for the ideas! So fun!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      August 19, 2016 at 9:29 pm

      Thank you so SO much!!! You just made my day!!
      Xx, K

      Reply

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new years/anniversary in pcola🤍 new years/anniversary in pcola🤍
5 years ago under the night sky we said “I do” 5 years ago under the night sky we said “I do” to forever. happy anniversary @mdhadel !
cozy patio hangout (obsessed with these oversized cozy patio hangout (obsessed with these oversized chairs from ikea!!)📙🍂
October 2020 in Mississippi 🍂✨🎃 http://lik October 2020 in Mississippi 🍂✨🎃 http://liketk.it/301h2 #liketkit @liketoknow.it
wish there was a Jeep emoji 🥺 wish there was a Jeep emoji 🥺
happy 30th(!) birthday to my love @mdhadel 🤩🎂 with each year that goes by you get more handsome, more wise, and better in every way (altho the mustache is questionable). I love you!!! #dirtythirty #gettingold #justkidding #kinda
home sweet home in Mississippi! we closed on our h home sweet home in Mississippi! we closed on our house last week that we bought 2,000 miles away in San Diego via FaceTime. major thanks to my angel parents @barnabypie & @ranger.steele who drove down from Ohio at a moments notice to check out this house for us in person before we made an offer. we love it so much and are so excited to get settled! #visitorswelcome #mississippivacation #notsandiegobutitwilldo
WE’RE MOVING!! 🚚 After 3 years in sunny San D WE’RE MOVING!! 🚚 After 3 years in sunny San Diego, we’re moving back to Mississippi. Back to the deep south, humidity, and gas station BBQ. Michael and I first lived in Mississippi as newlyweds when he was in flight school. This time around he’ll be an instructor and we’ll be able to put some roots down as we’ll be there for at least 3 years. Now we’ve just gotta pack up and hit the road. We’re moving ourselves this time around (full DITY move) and the pandemic is def adding extra flavor to the whole experience. Here we goooo! #ditymove #pandemicmove #gitrdone
one last time exploring mount laguna! one of our f one last time exploring mount laguna! one of our fav places in San Diego county 🥾🤎
got the full set of pics from Michael’s homecomi got the full set of pics from Michael’s homecoming — love them so much! 🤍 thank you @rachael_mariephotography ! As Michael’s time here is coming to an end, I’m really glad we could get these pics with the C2 #flynavy
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