The weather is finally stuck in the double digits, and for many that means trading in flats for flip flops, and suits for a swim suits. In that spirit, we’ve got five DIY ideas to ensure that this season’s set of pool parties are your best yet.  

 

Pool Noodle Luminaries 

Turn your pool into your very own lantern festival, with this super simple DIY using tea lights.  

What you’ll need: plastic wrap, LED tea lights, plastic hair tie, pool noodles, scissors 

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Glow-in-the-dark Water Balloons 

Make no mistake, water balloons aren’t just for kids – they’re also for really fun adults! 

What you’ll need: water balloons, non-toxic glow sticks  

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Watermelon Shark 

Turn your favorite summer snack ferocious, (/delicious), with this step-by-step tutorial.  

What you’ll need: whole watermelon, blueberries, knife, melon baller, small metal stake (for the eyes) 

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Pineapple Palm Tree Serving Tree 

Wow your guests with this creative, tiki-inspired fruit display.  

What you’ll need: four to five pineapples, palm fronds, PVC pipe (1 inch by 24 centimeters), PVC table cap (1 inch), wood screws, 12 inch wood disc, wooden skewers, aluminum foil, knife, serving platter, PVC pipe cutter 

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Pineapple Bowling 

And while we’re on the topic of pineapples …  

What you’ll need: eight to ten pineapples, a coconut, gold spray paint, silver spray paint 

Photo Source: kellygolightly.com

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