A Guide to Organizing and Planning an Open Air Movie Patio Party

With summer here, many of us will be taking the party outdoors. And whether you're hosting a backyard barbeque or summer soiree, Dana Hilmer has tips for planning the perfect party.

Get Your Outdoor Space "Party Ready"

First -- get rid of the clutter. It's time to clear the garbage -- including leaves and other debris. Also, remove any dead plants from the deck or surrounding garden and replace with new ones.

Second -- cleaning. This means all of those obvious areas that guests can see -- including the windows. Most of us avoid window washing if we can, so a great alternative is Windex's Outdoor All-in-One Glass Cleaning Tool. All you do is spray your window with the hose, wipe with cleaning pad, and rinse. It will give you a streak-free shine in half the time.