1. Let's start strong: How about turning it into a keg?
2. Or sculpting it into a magnificent work of art.
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Sand art is so yesterday.
3. Hosting a soiree? Surely some frozen watermelon pops will help keep your guests cool.
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4. Speaking of frozen watermelon, you could crush it into slush for the kid in you.
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5. But if you'd rather eat it, chop it up and use as a main salad ingredient.
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Like a Strawberry, Watermelon, and Basil Summer Salad.
6. Ball it up, then carve it into a fruit basket.
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So crafty. So creative. So FRESH.
7. Feel that *fizz* action with a watermelon-lime soda.
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8. If you're feeling ambitious, you could try wearing it as a bikini top.
So chic.
9. Gift it as a reward for potty training the pets.
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Minnie will never go #2 on the carpet again.
10. Channel your inner culinary genius and make it into a chilled soup.
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Watermelon gazpacho, anyone?
11. For dessert, toss it into some cupcakes.
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Sweet tooth, this one's for you!
12. And finally, let it help you practice for motherhood.
Love that watermelon? Try the most refreshing drink of summer: Sauza® Sparkling Watermelon Margarita. Oooo la la!
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