Add to favoritesI love summer! I love the sunshine, the warm weather, and the relaxed vibe. Still, nothing is perfect, and there are always things that can be done to make even a good thing better. Here are some really cool summer hacks that will make your summer even more enjoyable.
- Dryer sheets repel bugs. If there’s anything that can ruin a perfect summer day it’s insects! If you want to avoid chemical insect repellents, keep the bugs away with dryer sheets.
- DIY insect repellent. Or try sticking cloves into a lime for another natural, pleasant-smelling way to keep pests away.
- Toothpaste. Dab some toothpaste on an insect bite to help relieve itch.
- Baby powder to remove sand. Sprinkle on some baby powder when you leave the beach, and brush the sand off easily.
- Remove strings from fresh corn. Brush gently with a soft toothbrush. (A new one, of course, that you can keep in the kitchen for this purpose.)
- Protect your phone at the beach or pool. Seal your phone or tablet in a ziploc bag to protect it from water and sand.
- Don’t dilute your cold drinks. Freeze coffee or juice in ice cube trays and use them instead of ice cubes so you don’t water down your drink.
- Keep your ice cream at the perfect temp. Keep your ice cream in the freezer in a gallon size zip top bag. This will keep it at the perfect temperature for scooping and also prevent freezer burn.
- Frozen grapes. Freeze green grapes and use them to keep your white wine chilled. Frozen grapes also make a refreshing, healthy summer snack!
Aren’t these clever? Try them and make the little annoying things about summer go away!
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