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Summer Fun
Written by: Jessica Boettger
How to have a summer party.
Buffalo China
Backyard barbeques are great, but fighting with paper plates is something that most of us could do without. Even if you don't buy the flimsy kinds that get soggy and sloppy and tear as soon as they catch sight of a hamburger, odds are they're still lightweight and easily lost to a slight breeze. Oneida has got the solution to all your al fresco dining woes: Buffalo China. It's a new line of durable and casual dinnerware which comes in fun summery colors. Choose from Hawaiian Blue, Rickey Green, Milkshake Cream, Route 66 Red and Lemon Drop Yellow, or go patriotic with a Red, White, and Blue theme in honor of our nation's birthday. Or just go crazy and mix and match to your heart's content-after all, it's your party.
SportsShade
We've all heard how dangerous the sun's rays can be, and with summer upon us, staying out of harm's way seems practically impossible. Short of making sunscreen a permanent fixture in your summer routine, what else can you do? Well, you could always buy a SportsShade, the handy and easy-to-use awning that goes just about anywhere. Priced at just $139, SportsShade offers portable, retractable sun protection capable of filtering out up to 98% of those nasty UV rays before they can get anywhere near your family's tender skin. The awning is made from a reflective and waterproof silver material for all-around protection, come rain or shine. It weighs less than 10 lbs. and one person can easily set up SportsShade in under 60 seconds. And for those individuals out there, SportsShade comes complete with a banner ready to customize. Attach it to RVs and sundecks, bring it along for tailgate parties and picnics-SportsShade can go just about anywhere you can.
Malibu Classic Solar Tiki Light
Now, for the right ambience at this year's backyard festivities, your yard is going to need some outdoor lighting. Opt for Malibu Classic Solar Tiki Lights. Solar lighting is far and away the easiest type of outdoor lighting to install, and there's no need to fuss about remembering to flip the switch. These lights will pop on automatically when darkness falls, and the muted yellow glow will complement your celebration, not cast a spotlight on it. The self-charging orbs can glow for up to ten hours provided you install them where they'll receive direct sunlight during the day. These lights use LED (Light Emitting Diodes), meaning lower power consumption and longer life spans-expect to get at least 25 years of good use out of them.
1-800-flowers.com
Got a birthday, anniversary, wedding, or graduation coming up? 1-800-flowers.com has got you covered. When a card just won't hack it, check out this website for unique and unforgettable gift ideas that everyone will notice. And don't let the name fool you-they've got much more than just flowers. Maybe Mom has a birthday this summer-would she like a Paula Deen Cooking Basket, chock-full of Paula's hand-picked favorite sauces and seasonings, her best-selling book, "Paula Deen Celebrates!," and a yellow-striped dish towel, all packed in an attractive, reusable wicker basket? For your backyard barbeques, they've got a John Deere Ole' Dad gift basket overflowing with choice meat and cheese samples, enough to make the ultimate meat and cheese tray spread-a sure crowd-pleaser. Or you could always opt for an old favorite, flowers-except these aren't your run of the mill bouquets. Add a little festive cheer to any occasion with the Margarita Bouquet. Real flowers adorn an oversized margarita glass, complete with fake lime. This centerpiece adds a splash of fun to the party, and even after the flowers fade, the giant margarita glass can be reused over and over again. Be sure to check out their other happy hour designs too-from cosmopolitan glasses to champagne flutes, there's a bouquet for every occasion!
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