11 Easy Beach-Day DIYs You *Need* This Summer

We can't wait to combine a few of our favorite things with this drink. Slushies, booze, and watermelon – all in one sip! Freeze sliced watermelon and fresh raspberries ahead of time to make sure that the finished drink has that perfect frozen consistency. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Prep a big pitcher of this rosé-infused sangria to share with all the besties. (via Barley & Sage)

This rosé cocktail is a great choice for every flirty and fun cocktail drinker. And with elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and vodka or gin, it's a quick and easy fix! Pink cocktails for the win. (via The Beauty Blotter)

This sweet, tart drink makes for a relaxing summer evening. Pomegranate juice, fresh lime, and raspberries give the glass a fruity kick, and the gin and rosé give it the right amount of edge. (via Foolproof Living)

Ingredients (serves 1):

• 1 ounce cognac
• 3/4 ounce lemon juice
• 3/4 ounce strawberry purée
• 1 dash rose water
• Ice
• 1 1/2 ounces Ruffino Sparkling Rosé
• Fresh strawberries, to garnish

Instructions:

1. Shake all ingredients together except for the rosé.
2. Strain into a lowball glass with ice and top off with sparkling rosé.
3. Garnish with a strawberry.

Lemon and lavender is a match made in heaven, and we can't wait to try this cocktail! A pinch of sea salt rounds out the flavor for a full-bodied drink. (via Plays Well With Butter)

This fizzy, sweet sip partners up with a salty, spicy rim that'll keep you coming back for more. (via Half Baked Harvest)

For anyone who's a *little bit* impatient when it comes to devouring delicious recipes (we totally understand), then this is for you. This drink — which features rosé, frozen strawberries, and vodka — only takes 5 minutes to make, which makes us love it even more than we already did. (via A Spicy Perspective)

The hottest of summer days deserve a sweet icy treat like this rosé slushy. It's like a snow cone, but better! (via Feast + West)

Ingredients (serves 4):

For the syrup:

• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup water

For the cocktail:

• 1 bottle Kim Crawford Rosé
• 1/2 bottle prosecco
• 8 rosemary sprigs, to garnish

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan bring the sugar and water to a boil, simmer for 5 minutes until dissolved.
2. Cool and mix in the rosé, then freeze in a loaf pan, breaking up occasionally until frozen solid.
3. Process in batches in a food processor until smooth, then freeze again until firm.
4. Scoop into coupe glasses and top off with Prosecco.
5. Garnish with rosemary and serve.

These mimosas are a unique and colorful addition to brunch or weekends with your gal pals. The drink might have sorbet in it, but we'll still pair it with dessert. (via Fox and Briar)

As far as we're concerned, peaches are the *ultimate* summer fruit. They're juicy, sweet, and taste amazing in a variety of summer dishes. Add it to your rosé recipe to give your drink even more of a summer feel. (via Culinary Hill)

With strawberries, mint, and lemon, this rosé cocktail is like summer in a glass. (via The Sweetest Occasion)

Decadent peaches get frozen then blended with your best rosé wine for a drink that keeps things extra cool. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Because this cocktail has fruit in it, that means it's a healthy option, right?! Either way, this frosé recipe is delicious and super fitting for summertime – day or night. (via Barley & Sage)

Because no one ever had a bad thing to say about a biscuit — especially a biscuit peppered with sausage and cheese. (via Damn Delicious)

When it comes to finger foods, it's all about the details. These bad boys don't miss a beat – they're oozing with cheddar cheese, topped with a ketchup-Worcestershire sauce, and studded with only the crispiest fried onions. (via Heather Likes Food)

You've seen finger sandwiches, but have you seen an open-faced BLT on a Ritz cracker? In this tiny version of the sandwich, the T is actually sundried tomato paste, and the L is lightly dressed in ranch. (via Salty Canary)

Nothing facilitates conversation *quite* like good guacamole. Guests will keep coming back to this bowl for chips and chit-chat. (via Recipe Runner)

You could never go wrong with jalapeño poppers. Each bite is infused with cream cheese, spicy jalapeño, and crispy breadcrumbs that'll leave you wanting more and more. (via Live Eat Learn)

Equally cheesy and starchy, this potato finger food refuses to fail. Make sure you don't forget to season these spuds with a delicious mix of garlic and thyme! (via Half Baked Harvest)

Stuffed peppers have been a highly popular dinner recipe for health gurus as of late, so it's only fitting that they be made à la mini. Fill yours however you like, but these are packed with creamy-cheesy chicken and roasted red peppers, then topped with a nutty pesto. (via Give It Some Thyme)

Most any sweet-savory lover will adore these wings as they heat things up. (via A Spicy Perspective)

Generous pieces of crab swim in a flavorfully creamy mixture of cheese, cheese, and more cheese. It's all served in a toasty sourdough bowl. (via Give It Some Thyme)

The full-size version of this brunch classic is always a greasy, sticky mess (in the best way), but when it's mini, the mess is perfectly contained in a napkin. (via Tara's Multicultural Table)

How Good Do These BBQ Finger Foods Look?

Impress that friend who studied abroad in Italy during college with these refined bite-sized bites, which come together with just four ingredients. Use your favorite type of olives and goat cheese to make it more your own! (via Parsnips and Pastries)

Grazing platters are ideal for large get-togethers, since everyone can take exactly what they want to snack on. This vegan snack board has just about everything you'd need to satisfy your guests, but of course, you can easily customize your spread. (via The Edgy Veg)

While deviled eggs are *scrumptious* alone, there is quite literally a universe of egg-compatible toppings from which to choose. Go this route (spicy horseradish, truffle, and smoked salmon), or get creative with ingredients like bacon and fish roe. (via Leite's Culinaria)

When we think of finger food, chicken nuggets are an obvious answer. These tofu-based ones retain the ultimate balance between an exterior *crunch* and interior softness. Set out all the condiments you can get your hands on to maximize the savory flavors! (via Gastroplant)

These cauliflower bites are totally finger food-worthy because they're certifiably finger-lickin' good. Cauliflower gets coated in an easy cripsy layer before being tossed around in a tangy BBQ sauce. (via This Wife Cooks)

To heck with shrimp cocktail – you'll want to eat an embarrassing number of these addictively crispy wonton cups, filled with well-seasoned shrimp and spicy mayo, aptly named Yum Yum sauce. (via Give It Some Thyme)

These zucchini bites taste like a cheesy veggie frittata. What makes them hold their shape so well? Good ol' Bisquick. Customize them with the fillings of your choosing. (via Give It Some Thyme)

Hush puppies are ideal BBQ finger foods! These buttery, bready finger food bites pair well with seafood or burgers! via Pink Owl Kitchen)

Cheese goes well with *just about* anything, but Parmesan really shines against the mushroom flavors in this recipe. (via Feel Good Foodie)

Summer's greatest dessert gets packed into party-friendly bars. These babies have an intensely buttery graham cracker crust and a fudgy chocolate layer that is positively packed with marshmallows. (via Tara's Multicultural Table)

The creamy frosting that coasts these massive cookies will keep everyone coming back for more. (via This Wife Cooks)

A perfectly sweet cream cheese frosting holds everything together in this sweet treat. Get playful with the fruity toppings you add to create a rainbow-infused bite! (via Live Eat Learn)

Crispy on the edges and outside, and buttery-soft on the inside. That's *exactly* how we like our cookies! Your BBQ guests will praise you for making this delectable dessert recipe. (via Munching with Mariyah)

Spritz Circular Rope Decorative Easter Basket

Of course, you've gotta start with a cute Easter basket. This bunny-shaped one from Target kicks off your gift with so much cuteness!

Trü Frü Dark Chocolate-Covered Hyper-Dried Raspberries

Sweets are an Easter basket must, no matter how old you are! These dark chocolate-covered bites made with real fruit are downright addicting, plus gifting them can be a good way to depart from the more traditional Easter candy options.

Tree Hut Jelly Bear Shea Sugar Scrub

A little self care never hurt anyone! In fact, adding a bath goodie (like this heavenly-smelling sugar scrub) will truly impress any adult around the busy Easter season.

Mario Badescu Moisturizing Lip Balm

Everyone needs a reliable lip balm to tote around. Luckily, this $6 one is formulated with ultra-nourishing shea butter, coconut oil, and sweet almond oil.

Sojos Retro Chunky Rectangle Sunglasses

These butter yellow sunnies are undeniably trendy for the spring season, plus they easily make a style statement for less!

Threshold Easter Bunny Tea Cup & Saucer

This mug and saucer duo from Target reminds us of something you could find at Anthro, but it's only $7! Gift it alongside some tea bags or coffee, and your Easter basket's set!

Everspring Lavender & Bergamot 100% Soy Wax Candle

This candle filled with lavender and bergamot is the perfect spring scent. Plus, it's made of 100% soy wax, so it's a clean burn.

KitchenAid Gingham Oven Mitt Set

These gingham oven mitts are ideal for the home cook or baking enthusiast in your life. You can snag this set of 2 for $9!

Lush Follow The White Rabbit Bath Bomb

Lush always has the best seasonal bath gifts. This bunny-shaped bath bomb is just $7 and delivers the satisfying scents of both fruity bergamot and bright Sicilian lemon oil, all while exploding into an adorable palette of spring colors.

Gigglescape Baguette Stuffed Figure

Hon hon, we are simply obsessed with this Parisian baguette stuffy. You simply cannot be too old for a cutie such as this!

NYX Fat Oil Lip Drip Vegan Lip Oil

This luscious lip oil is a total fan-favorite since it delivers a good amount of pigment while retaining the perfect shine. Your bestie will use it every day!

Trader Joe's Break Apart Bunny

This unique chocolate bunny from TJ's is filled with a medley of sweet and sour pea- and carrot-shaped gummy candies that make Easter snacking even more fun.

La Marca Prosecco Sparkling Wine Mini Bottle

It's not an Easter basket for adults without a little bubbly! You can grab this mini bottle from Target for only $7.