I'm Stealing the Towels

It's summer, so it's definitely beach/pool time in my book. That means, for me at least, trying to look fab while carrying our picnic basket, towels, books, toys and all else. I was in one of my favorite stores last week, Simply Perfect (http://www.simplyperfectstore.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=89&Itemid=172) and saw a cute solution: a decorated towel skirt.
Hallelujah!
Then I saw the price tag.
$25.
Huh.
I could MAKE that.
And, you can too!
You need:

A beach towel
Eyelet edging
Rick rack
Velcro closures
Patches or bling or both

Pin eyelet edging to one side of the towel and sew as a decorative edge. On the "right" side, pin Rick rack and sew. Bling out your towel (I'm particularly fond of fabric rosettes right now). Attach Velcro at the top to keep your skirt closed.
Be fabulous.

Strawberry Girl

In the summer, Little Man and I spend a lot of time at the pool. We are so blessed in Sioux Falls that we have several pools to choose from, but there are 3 that are our particular favorites. The pools officially opened on Friday, but it was a cold, dreary day. By Sunday, it was hot and humid and perfect pool weather.
To beat the heat, we bring our own treats-chips, fruit, and drinks. One of our favorites is strawberry lemonade-and it couldn't be any easier to make.

You need:
3-4 strawberries, sliced
3-4 lemon slices
Several sprigs of mint
Lemonade mix (I like pink)
Water according to lemonade mix

Add water to lemonade mix and stir well. Add in strawberries, lemons and mint. Refrigerate 2-3 hours to let flavors combine.

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