Step #1: Ensure a safe distance, without losing the feeling of closeness. By placing chairs at opposite ends of a 6-foot table, Garten and her guests sit far enough apart, yet joining around the same table feels intimate. Next, the entertaining expert drapes fuzzy sheepskins over the chairs. Plush throw blankets are left out for guests to wrap themselves in. Pull throw blankets and pillows from around your house to create a comfy outdoor living room vibe.
