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  Embellished Sandals

  Embellish Dr. Scholl's sandals and turn them into fashionable -- and functional -- works of art.

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  Next: Oilcloth Flower Coasters

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  Oilcloth Flower Coasters

  These coasters are made like miniature versions of our place mats; let the pattern of your cloth dictate the shape of the coaster.

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  Next: Paisley Drink Covers

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  Paisley Drink Covers

  Summer sips entice everybody -- even insects. These covers, above, prettified with bandanna-style paisleys, can keep them out.

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  Next: Leaf-Covered Candleholder

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  Leaf-Covered Candleholder

  Wrap glass candleholders in textured plant leaves, and your meal will have the feel of the tropics, no matter your latitude.

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  Next: Batik-Print Table Runner and Napkins

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  Batik-Print Table Runner and Napkins

  Bleach is usually off-limits where colored fabric is concerned, but this decorative application gets our full approval.

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  Next: Patterned Pots

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  Patterned Pots

  Bedecking small household objects, such as these terra-cotta planters, with china fragments adds a delightfully unexpected flourish -- and requires only a few plates per pot.

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  Next: Raffia Tote Bag and Straw Hat

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  Raffia Tote Bag and Straw Hat

  A plain canvas tote and a straw beach hat are turned into bright, sunny creations using touches of raffia.

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  Next: Paper Pinwheels

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  Paper Pinwheels

  Colorful pinwheels, made out of coordinating sheets of origami or lightweight paper, stand tall against a blue summer sky, poised to whirl at the slightest suggestion of wind.

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  Next: Oilcloth Lunch Bags

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  Oilcloth Lunch Bags

  The same oilcloth that covers your kitchen table can transport your children's lunches -- or your own -- in leak-free style.

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  Next: Shell Flowerpots

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  Shell Flowerpots

  We gave these terra-cotta pots an aged look, then trimmed them with seashells.

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  Next: Printed Seashell Pillows

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  Printed Seashell Pillows

  The scallop shell's iconic shape turns pillows into inspired home accessories.

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  Next: Ripstop Towel Picnic Blanket

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  Ripstop Towel Picnic Blanket

  With a few yards of ripstop fabric, you can transform an ordinary beach towel into a durable, all-weather picnic blanket.

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  Next: Birch Trivets and Coasters

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  Birch Trivets and Coasters

  Birch disks, stained in a variety of hues and then treated with a coat of matte polyurethane, can be used as decorative and functional trivets, coasters for drinks, and mini hors d'oeuvre trays.

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  Next: Festive Drink Umbrellas

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  Festive Drink Umbrellas

  The cheerful origami tops of these drink umbrellas provide a gentle shade for all your summer drinks.

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  Next: Sand Dollar Night-Light

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  Sand Dollar Night-Light

  Substitute the usual plastic shade of a night-light with a shapely beach treasure.

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  Next: Embellished Flip Flops

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  Embellished Flip Flops

  Give your flip-flops a one-of-a-kind look by decorating them with trim and embellishments.

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  Next: Easy Sand Candles

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  Easy Sand Candles

  Colorful bands of sand dress up votive candles to make flickering lights that are cheerful and fun.

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  Next: Beach-Towel Tote Bag

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  Beach-Towel Tote Bag

  Turn bathroom towels into an all-in-one beach mat and tote bag.

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  Next: Rope Coasters

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  Rope Coasters

  These coasters will give your home a summery feel, suggesting the casual atmosphere of the seaside with their cheerful hues and nautically inspired coils of cotton rope.

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  Next: Striped Tray

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  Striped Tray

  Dress a serving tray or two in jaunty summer stripes.

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  Next: Beach Towel with Pockets

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  Beach Towel with Pockets

  Keep track of beach essentials -- sunscreen, novels, flip-flops -- by sinking them in a corner pocket.

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  Next: Clamshell Wreath

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  Clamshell Wreath

  Collect white clamshells to form a pretty souvenir wreath for your home.

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  Next: Terry Cloth Pillow Cases

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  Terry Cloth Pillow Cases

  Add a terry cloth slipcover, so plastic beach pillows will feel soft and dry, not hot and sticky.

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  Next: Decorative Jam Labels

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  Decorative Jam Labels

  Dressed in pretty stickers, jars of homemade preserves make delicious gifts long after the weather turns cool.

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  Next: Seaside-Inspired Printed T-Shirts and Sarongs

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  Seaside-Inspired Printed T-Shirts and Sarongs

  Adorn beachwear -- the kids' or your own -- with charming starfish, shell, and sea horse motifs. 

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  Next: Leafy Tablecloth

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  Leafy Tablecloth

  A round cotton tablecloth printed with huge monstera leaves in something close to their natural color makes a summery statement.

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  Next: Pom-Pom Flip-Flops

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  Pom-Pom Flip-Flops

  Dress up standard summer flip-flops with these whimsical decorations.

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  Next: Block-Printing T-Shirts

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  Block-Printing T-Shirts

  Add pizzazz to plain tees with our block-printed designs.

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  Next: Hand-Towel Beach Bag

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  Hand-Towel Beach Bag

  With ribbon, Velcro, and a few basic supplies, you can transform an ordinary towel into a stylish beach accessory.

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  Next: Appliqued Sea Star Tote Bag

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  Appliqued Sea Star Tote Bag

  Applique sea star motifs onto a canvas tote for a seaside-inspired touch.

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  Next: Painted Pots

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  Painted Pots

  For cheerful containers, stain pots in colors that complement their contents.

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  Waterproof Blanket

  You can waterproof a cotton or wool blanket by adding a protective backing of water-resistant fabric such as ripstop nylon or oilcloth, and safely lounge on damp grass.

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  Next: Straw Flowers

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  Straw Flowers

  Make charming straw flowers inspired by the colorful vintage crafts of the 1960s.

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  Red, White, and Blue Garland

  Fashioned from red, white, and blue paper stars, this festive garland adds a patriotic touch to a doorway or mantel.

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  Next: Raffia Cocktail Set

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  Raffia Cocktail Set

  Mini raffia pom-poms atop bamboo skewers create a stir. Bright-green raffia wrapped around the pitcher provides more texture.

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  Next: Pillowcase Tote Bag

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  Pillowcase Tote Bag

  Give an orphaned pillowcase a new home -- over your shoulder.

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  Outdoor Shower Screen

  Rinse away grit after a beach trip -- or a wrestling match with the mower. This outdoor shower hooks right up to your garden hose.

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  Next: Souvenir Beach Chairs

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  Souvenir Beach Chairs

  Camp chairs with sling seats are ideal for lounging by the sea, especially when they have been updated with beach-worthy prints.

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  Fish Prints

  Use this simple fish-print technique to make a one-of-a-kind T-shirt that's perfect for adults and kids alike.

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  Next: Bamboo Napkin Rings

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  Bamboo Napkin Rings

  Bamboo is as handsome as it is versatile. So it seems only natural that the material should join us at the table in the form of sturdy napkin rings.

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  Next: Fireworks Fans

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  Fireworks Fans

  Fanciful hand fans, with their bright colors and sunburst profiles, bring the joy of a fireworks display to the table.

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  Next: Dyed Canvas Sneakers

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  Dyed Canvas Sneakers

  Canvas sneakers are comfy and cool, but you may not find them in colors you want. Put a spring in your step by setting the shade yourself.

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  Next: Origami Picnic Basket

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  Origami Picnic Basket

  Fold your tablecloth in half a few times, and it can be easily stowed for your trip to the picnic spot.

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  Next: Bandanna Apron

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  Bandanna Apron

  Protect your party clothes while serving guests or whipping up last-minute treats -- without donning an outfit-obscuring coverall.

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  Next: Mesh Beach Bag

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  Mesh Beach Bag

  A day at the beach needn't end with a bag full of sand.

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  Next: Embellished Straw Slippers

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  Embellished Straw Slippers

  Decorated with a dazzling combination of fabric, ribbons, sequins, and beads, store-bought slippers offer a wonderful way to welcome houseguests and make lovely gifts for virtually any occasion.

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  Next: Printed Grocery Tote

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  Printed Grocery Tote

  These fashionably printed grocery totes will have you saying "no thanks" to plastic bags.

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  Next: Star Glasses

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  Star Glasses

  A perfect gift for a Memorial or Independence Day host, these patriotic tumblers are created using a process similar to eglomise -- the 18th-century French technique of painting directly on the reverse side of glass.

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  Next: Star-Topped S'mores Sticks

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  Star-Topped S'mores Sticks

  Star-topped s'more sticks make this fireside treat even more special.

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  Next: Yellow Votives

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  Yellow Votives

  Encased in luminous yellow jars, these charming votives add an inviting glow to any summertime table.

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  Next: Rubber-Stamped Place Cards

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  Rubber-Stamped Place Cards

  Found objects -- seashells, stones, and the like -- can become party-perfect place cards when you use an ink pad and rubber stamps to dress them up.

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  Next: Picture-Frame Silk Screens

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  Picture-Frame Silk Screens

  Use this simple technique to make beautiful silk-screen dog prints, perfect for decorating tote bags, T-shirts, and more.

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  Next: Bath Towels with Patterned Trim

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  Bath Towels with Patterned Trim

  A patterned trim can tie together almost any assortment of colored towels.

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  Next: Roll-Up Beach Towel

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  Roll-Up Beach Towel

  Sunglasses, a book, sunscreen, and money are necessary items for a day at the beach. A convenient way to hold them all is by adding pockets to the bottom of a beach towel.

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  Next: Outdoor Napkin Holder

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  Outdoor Napkin Holder

  This windproof holder ensures napkins will stay stacked during your next outdoor party.

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  Next: Gingham Batik Napkins

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  Gingham Batik Napkins

  Brighten your tabletop with these cheerful gingham batik-print napkins.

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  Next: Potato-Stamped T-Shirt

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  Potato-Stamped T-Shirt

  Baking potatoes turn into custom stamps for fabric paint.

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  Next: Ticking Beach Chair

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  Ticking Beach Chair

  If you need to replace a seat or simply want to customize your chair, try ticking -- a washable, durable, and attractive fabric traditionally used to cover feather mattresses and pillows

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  Next: Waterproof Book Covers

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  Waterproof Book Covers

  Protect your summer reading at the beach or pool with these stylish covers.

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  Next: Seashell Napkins

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  Seashell Napkins

  Even if the only water in sight is in a pitcher, you can still bring the feeling of the beach to your table with these napkins featuring vintage shell designs.

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