Backyard Beach Party

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A BEACH PARTY- WITHOUT LEAVING HOME!

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CRAFT IDEA: BEACH BALL FRISBEES

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BEACH PARTY THEME FOOD IDEAS You can have a lot of fun with this- either fire up the grill with hot dogs and burgers or make some adorable beach themed treats, like these Clamshell Cookies!

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DIY BEACH CUPCAKES Use your favorite yellow boxed cake mix, whip up some light yellow frosting by mixing white frosting with yellow gel coloring, and spread it on the cupcakes. Dip each one in graham cracker crumbs, insert a parasol sandwich pick, and add a teddy bear cookie or two!

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HOW TO DECORATE FOR A BACKYARD BEACH PARTY Check the blog post for lots of ideas, but steal this super easy one for sure- use $1 sand pails to hold silverware and napkins!

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WHAT SHOULD YOU DO AT A BACKYARD BEACH PARTY? You can have a lot of fun at your beach party- consider things like water games, Beach Olympics, swimming and more!

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GET MORE TIPS & TRICKS Swipe up to read my full blog post, including even more food & decor ideas, party favor ideas, and more!

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Backyard Beach Party

A BEACH PARTY- WITHOUT LEAVING HOME!

Every summer, I start dreaming of long sunny days at the beach. The only problem? I live in the desert. But that's okay! I bring the beach to my own backyard with some of these fun party ideas!