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Summer Accessories

June 19, 2019 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

Every season comes with its joys, and this can especially be said about summer. You get to do far more outdoor activities, especially on days the weather is pleasant. Your kids will also have longer school breaks meaning you have a chance to engage in more family activities. However, you’re going to need a few activities to make the experience one that’s memorable for everyone. Whether you’re going to be having beach days, pool parties, or picnics, there are certain accessories that could add color to your activities. To aid your adventures and amplify your fun, here are some summer accessories that you should invest in.

Foldable Picnic Table

As mentioned above, during the summer, it isn’t unheard of for you to decide to have picnics. These could take place in your back garden or at your nearest park. To help create a picnic setting, think about getting a foldable table. In addition to this, you could also invest in a nice picnic basket in case you want to take the traditional route and pull out a blanket to eat on.

Record player

If you’re having any sort of party this summer, a record player is the ultimate accessory to have with you. Not only is it a timeless piece, but you can also expect high-quality audio, which is perfect if you’ll be hosting a social gathering. There are also wireless Bluetooth features in case you’d like a modern touch.

Cooler Backpack

For those days, when you and the family go on adventures, having a cooler backpack at hand should help. This way, you can fill it up with cool drinks so that everyone stays hydrated. One of the best cooler backpacks of 2019 is the TOURIT Cooler Backpack which you could get for an affordable $37 on Amazon. It is as light as 1.1 pounds and can fit up to 28 cans. IceMule Coolers Pro Cooler is also a good pick as it provides up to 24-hour insulation.

Quicksand Mat

In case you’ll be going to the beach, think about getting a quicksand mat. This way you and the family can lounge out on the beach without having to worry about sand getting stuck everywhere. If you’re wondering how that’s possible, it has multi-weave technology so that sand is able to fall through it as opposed to sitting at the top.

Tent

Whether you’re going to be camping or snoozing on the beach, a tent is another ideal accessory to have during the summer.

There are several beach tents you could get such as the Pacific Breeze Easy Up tent or the Lightspeed Outdoors Cabana Tent. You’ll just need to decide how much space you need as well as what style is most suitable for your activities before buying.

When it comes to tents for camping, Northwest Territory Kmart and the transparent bubble tent could be good choices.

Selfie Drone

You can’t have a list of summer accessories without including something tech-related. A selfie drone is the perfect solution for a necessary family selfie. Hover Camera Passport Drone can follow you around and capture 4k videos as well as 13MP aerial images of you. This is a wonderful way to create sacred memories.

6 Ways to Update Your Garden

March 7, 2018 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

Is your garden looking a little tired? It could simply need a few little tweaks and changes to transform the outdoor space. Breathe new life into your exterior by reading the following six ways to update your garden.

Hanging Baskets

If your garden is lacking personality, you should consider adding hanging baskets into your outdoor area. It’s a stylish and inexpensive way to add more intrigue and color into your garden’s design, as there are so many options and flowers you can incorporate to complement your exterior. For example, you can add a splash of vibrancy by adding various flowers into the hanging baskets, such as petunias, trailing fuchsias, and pansies.

A Garden Pond

Create a tranquil outdoor space by adding a garden pond into your design. It can become a stylish focal point that will attract your guests’ attention, and you will love to listen to the trickle of the pond as you breathe in some fresh air while reading a good book. However, you must ensure you use the correct pond filter system to create a fresh, hygienic pond that will capture your guests and neighbors’ attention for all the right reasons.

A Fresh Coat of Paint

Refresh your garden with a fresh coat of paint. All it might take to transform your fencing or shed is a brand-new color, which could help you create the garden of your dreams. All you need to do is sand down the fence and shed before applying an undercoat or primer before you add the new lick of paint.

Outdoor Lighting

Shine a light on your garden by incorporating stylish outdoor lighting across your exterior. For example, you can refresh your decking by installing some modern LED lighting, or you could hang contemporary or traditional outdoor lanterns, so you can spruce up your space that will make you want to stay outside once the sun goes down.

Colored Planters

If your garden is looking a little on the dull side, you should seriously consider adding some colored planters into your outdoor space. They are a versatile decorative accessory that can be incorporated onto your patio, decking, or on the lawn – and you can even hang them on your fence. By doing so, you can ensure your garden is bursting with color all year long.

A Water Feature

Transform your exterior design by choosing a stylish water feature that will become a much-loved focal point. There are various options and designs to choose from to complement both large and small gardens, and they can quickly update your space to make you want to spend more time outside. For example, you can pick a real stone water feature, water fountain, self-contained water feature, plus more. Not only will it complement your garden’s design, but it can also attract many birds, as they will drop into your garden for a much-needed drink.

Have you got any fantastic tips for updating your garden? Write a comment below.

Shop Sports Authority For Great Fathers Day Gifts #ad

June 15, 2015 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

If you are still looking for some great gifts for the active dad in your life this fathers day, you should consider stopping over to the Sports Authority for some great gift options. Sports Authority is one of the largest full-line sporting goods retailers with more than 462 locations in 43 states and while there are not a ton in my State, there is one not too far from where I live, and let me tell you, this place is packed with amazing items that are definitely on my fathers day wish list.

They even have a new collection that I noticed the last time that I was there called their Champion GEAR collection, which has some great items for the guy who loves to work out – tees, tanks, shorts, pants, jackets and more. Best of all the Champion GEAR is affordable and made to last. One of the things I liked about the clothes was that they were Seamless, had Compression and Vapor Technology included and were Reflective (which was great for the running in the morning or evening hours that I do).

Additionally, Sports Authority has a number of other great gifts to celebrate Dad under $50 and under $100 in a ton of different categories.

So, if you have an active dad and have never been to a Sports Authority store before, check them out, you will be impressed, I know I was!

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