Pool DIY Tips

1. Need a way to serve up some snacks or drinks in the pool? 

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2. Here's step-by-step instructions to make a large pool cooler:

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3. Light up the pool with pool noodle candles.

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Fun In The Sun: Ice Cream

Summer days/nights are the perfect reason to grab yourself treat -- preferably frozen.

Here are a few easy ideas to enjoy ice cream in the sun: 

1. Two-Ingredient Peanut Butter Ice Cream

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2. Cinnamon Roll Ice Cream Sandwiches

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3. Snow Cone - DIY Flavors

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Outdoor Movie Night

Here's a way to make the most out of your backyard during the summer nights -- your own personal outdoor movie theater.

All you need is a white sheet, clothespins, clothesline and projector. You'll have to invest in a mini or large projector screen -- but you can find some devices that around the $100 mark.

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Protecting Your Phone/Camera In The Rain

If you're trying to enjoy summer days/nights -- it's hard when the rain falls and you're left possibly eliminating the beautiful option of taking pictures of the memories you create outdoors. But it doesn't have to be that way. 

Here's a great way to protect your camera: Use an old blank CD/DVD Case. 

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Here's another option -- or you could double up! 

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And we can't forget about your phone! Try a Ziploc Bag or even some plastic wrap to protect your phone and still use it!

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Last Minute July 4th Tips

1. Use water balloons to create an ice chest for your drinks.

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2. Skip the tape and add some weights to your tablecloth to keep it secure.

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3. Use ice cream cones to bake a small cupcake inside and add a scoop of ice cream to top it off. Easy. Fun. Delicious.

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4. Here's a festive way to serve up your drinks this July 4th holiday. Try a layered drink -- using three drinks with varying sugar content.

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