Serving Carts

1. Serving and tea carts are perfect for all types of parties. Choose a serving cart that's designed for use outdoors if you love to have friends gather on the deck or by the pool.

2. When you don't have a table large enough to seat all of your guests, a serving or tea cart is the ideal solution. Simply fill the carts with food or drinks, then place them around the room so that guests can congregate comfortably.

3. Serving and tea carts can also be used as decorative items in your home, and their possibilities are almost endless. Use one as an end table, or as a plant stand. Or place a serving cart in the dining room to act as a buffet table.

4. The material from which a serving cart is made will affect its look. Plastic carts are casual and ideal for summertime parties, while elaborate wood and metal carts are best for more formal situations.

5. The size of your serving cart is up to you, but make sure to choose a cart that's long enough to suit your needs, yet small enough to fit your space. Remember that serving carts are on wheels, so they're easy to wheel away and store when not in use.