I can’t
believe that we are half way through August already and Summer is slowly coming
to an end. This week’s shade is very Summery, it’s called Poolside and it’s a
metallic violet colour.
We’re going
all out and “planning” a pool party. We’ve got some snacks, decorations, and
games that you can use as inspiration for your party.
Decorations:
We found a
couple decorations worth trying. So check them out...
Pool Noodle Beverage
Boat – To start, find a sturdy plastic storage container. Make sure it’s not
too heavy and make sure it’s clean. You can try and put some containers (cans,
bottles, etc.) into see how it’ll hold as a test. Factor in the weight of ice
as well. Cut a pool noodle into four parts and string it around the top sides
as sort of a bumper floatation device. Test it out one more time and then fill
with ice and drinks and put in your pool during your party.
Garlands – Garlands are easy decorations that you can string up or hang
anywhere by the pool for your party. For a pool noodle garland, you will need
some string and three different noodles in three different colours. Cut the
noodles with and exacto knife into ½ inch slices and layer them on the string. Make
the garlands as long as you like and at each end you can tape the string securely
so that they don’t fall off.
For a popsicle garland, you can use different noodle colours but this
time cut them into five inch lengths. Apply hot glue to a popsicle stick and
attach to the inside of the noodle. You can make a double popsicle by applying
hot glue to the sides of the single popsicles and then glue them together. For
this one, you can’t really string it together so attach the string to the
popsicles with clear sturdy tape. Try and get them equal distances apart but
feel free to make them whatever length you choose.
Finally a beach ball garland would be a really cool and colourful sight
at a pool party. You’ll need some smooth foam balls and primary yellow, blue,
and red paint. Paint the balls to look like a beach ball. You can use painters
tape to mark off the different colour sections or you can freehand it depending
on how steady your hand is. String them up by hot gluing some string to the
tops of the balls and space them how you see fit. Make as many garlands or as
long garlands as you like just make sure you have enough of the foam balls and
enough time to paint them all.
Food
We didn’t get
a chance to try these food ideas out so take a look at the links and see what
you think because you can’t have a pool party without some yummy food.
Watermelon Lemonade
– This one looks cool and refreshing, just right for a pool party.
Strawberry Frose - For a more adult drink for the party by the pool,
take a look at this divine drink.
Orange Spritzer – If you like a citrusy drink, give this one a try that’s
packed with orange flavour.
Watermelon
Popsicles – These look super cute and refreshing for any pool party.
Pool Party Cupcakes - If you’re looking for a pool dessert look no
further than these super cute teddy graham cupcakes!
Sand Dollar Cookies - For
another quick dessert at the party, you can try these creative cookies.
Barbequed Chicken Pizzas – If you’re having a pool party, you’ll most
likely have your BBQ nearby so give these delicious looking pizzas a try.
Jersey Style Hot Dogs – A pool party staple is hot dogs! Try this one
that is a little bit different (it has potatoes on it!)
Tropical Island Chicken – Again grilling is so simple for a pool party.
You can make a lot and still be part of the party instead of being cooped up in
the kitchen while everyone else has fun. Plus, it’s a finger food so really to
serve and eat at a pool party.
Games
Lastly we
have games and activities. No pool party would be complete without some fun
things to do.
Inflatable
Jousting – This one is sure to be a hit!
Inflatable Bull Riding – Oh, this one looks like lots of fun for the
adults. It’s sure to entertain and delight everyone watching and participating.
Some other fun things to do at your party might include...
Movie - Ending the night with a
poolside movie would be fun. You can borrow or rent a projector and pop some
corn and wind down after a day of fun in the pool and sun.
Greased Watermelon – This could be fun and messy. Break into two teams
and grease up a watermelon. Toss it into the middle of the pool and you want to
try and pass it to your teammates until it reaches the opposite end of the
pool; then you score a point.
Beach Volleyball – Set up a net over the middle of your pool and then
break into two teams and go for it.
Tug of War – Grab a large long rope and break into teams. Draw a line
about five feet away from the edge of the pool (you don’t want to go over this
line) and start tugging. The losers are obviously the ones that end up in the
pool.
Wet Shirt Relay – You can do this to break the ice at your party. Again
break into two teams. Each team gets an oversized t-shirt. The first person of
each team, puts on the t-shirt and swims the length of the pool and back and
then hands off the t-shirt to the next person. The first team to have all of
their participants complete the laps, wins.
