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Promising review: "After getting bitten by mosquitoes, gnats, and no-see-ums when out gardening, I looked for some long pants made out of quick-dry, cooling fabric. These wash well and dry quickly. They are no hotter than shorts, and if wet, they feel even cooler. So when I get really hot, I will get the hose out and wet my clothes to cool off. Summers are really hot on the Georgia coast and the bugs are vicious, but with these and my mosquito netting under my cap and my long sleeve shirt, I don't have to slather down in sunscreen and bug spray, and I don't get all scratched when I work. When I ride my bike the air just seems to go right through them, keeping me even cooler than the shorts I used to wear. Highly recommend them." —kaycur
Get it from Amazon for $33.99 (available in women's sizes XS-XXL and in nine colors).
Oh, and they're vegan!
Promising review: "When my well-loved Reef flip-flops broke a month ago, I was in dire need of a sandal I could easily throw on and walk miles in. I live in a fairly hot climate and walk everywhere, and I needed something that was as comfy as those Reefs. I saw these for a few dollars less and decided to try them out, and I'll just say this: I'm NEVER going to buy another brand of outdoor sandal.
These are so simple, and the lack of random extra straps (looking at you, Chaco) definitely contributes to their comfiness. I love the way they look, I love the way they feel, and I love how durable they seem to be. I've only had them for a few weeks but have definitely gotten some mileage out of them already, and they still look brand-new." —Helena P
Get it from Amazon for $49.95+ (available in women's sizes 5-13 and in 36 patterns).
Promising review: "Bought this on a whim, and was quite pleased with the product's performance, especially with its low price. Phone stayed dry and clean at the pool and at the beach. Got some amazing pictures, super clear, especially considering they were taken through an extra layer of thick plastic. My iPhone 6 with a large Otterbox case fit snugly but comfortably in the pouch. Would highly recommend to anyone wishing to protect their phone from the elements." —A. Remote Teacher
Get it from Amazon for $5.49+ (available in 13 colors).
Check out my colleague's review of this waterproof phone pouch (#5) for more deets!
Promising review: "Don’t know why I took so long to order one of these! Now I can sit in my backyard in peace without having to worry about mosquitoes, bees, or hornets trying to bite or sting me! Works just as advertised. It drapes over my umbrella and stays in place with the tubes at the bottom that are filled with water. Totally enjoying my hot summer nights with the family." —BadAndy
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in two sizes).
Get it from Lowe's for $296 (pieces available separately).
Promising review: "I ordered my normal size in shoes (women’s size 6), and they fit so well. And the color is even more beautiful in person! Impala skates are my new favorite! Great quality for the price! These are so smooth and great for beginners! And so aesthetically pleasing!" —oriana martinez
Get it from Amazon for $95+ (available in women's sizes 4-11 and in seven styles).
Promising review: "This is a great little tent for cats. I am super pleased with it; would definitely buy and recommend. It's easy to assemble, lightweight, and it comes with everything you need to set it up. And there's virtually no spot that a cat can't see from because it's netting all the way around." —Shann/Steph
Get it from Amazon for $69.99.
Promising review: "I love this oversized yard game of dice, because you can adapt it to many other games that use dice. The BEST part of this product is its quality. The solid wood bucket and dice are painted a beautiful deep amber color and treated to withstand all kinds of weather; something you need for a yard game to last! The dice have rounded corners, which makes them easier to roll, and it comes with up to 10 games laminated for protection. This is going to last through many seasons of fun! Don’t hesitate to purchase!" —Gifted Teacher 305
Get it from Amazon for $79.99.
Promising review: "Like to keep your beer cold? Get this. Slow drinker but don't want to let your friends on to how slow you're drinking? Get this. Want your White Claw/Truly to stay as cold as it was when you took it out of your fridge? Get this. I kid you not this thing keeps drinks cold like that's its job (because it is). Once I got mine and saw how effective it was, I decided all of my cold beverage loving friends and family will be getting one also. With most of my friends being Michelob Ultra and White Claw drinkers, this seems to be the perfect fit. So hard to find a can koozie that holds those slim cans! Love this product and definitely recommend!" —Brooke Stull
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 24 colors).
Promising review: "This is really big and feels sturdy and nice. I like that it includes a ladder for ease of getting in/out. Weight capacity is almost 400 lbs so it can easily hold a small group of kids. It includes the safety net so it's good for all ages. The zipper door also includes an outside clip which makes it even safer for small children so they won't open it and fall out." —Sampson
Get it from Amazon for $398.99 (available in two other sizes colors).
Promising review: "It keeps cold wind and leaves out and some heat in. There are zip vents at top to let in fresh air and two zipper doors. This has extended the season for hot tub use, we were able to set up in early March in the Chicago area. Would also be fun for around a small picnic table and to sit outside in the rain." —Lisa F1969
Get it from Amazon for $349.99+ (available in four sizes).
Promising review: "My kids love s’mores, as do I. Problem is that you can only find so many “perfect roasting sticks” in nature. Everyone starts fighting for a turn... Problem solved! Everyone had their own stick and with color coding, knew who’s was who's — no fights. What I loved: telescoping handles and convenient sized carrying bag, color coded handles, easy cleanup. What I didn’t love: The wood handle is not fused to the metal shaft so when you rotate the stick (to prevent burning your mallow), the weight of the mallow holds its place and the metal shaft rotates. You have to hold your finger against the shaft to actually rotate the marshmallow. Minor design flaw for an otherwise awesome product." —JGates
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $9.99+.
Promising review: "I ordered these to help my pup stay cool during the summer months. I wet them and stuck them in the fridge for a couple hours before putting one on my dog. They stay cool for a couple hours. I would rotate them throughout the day, putting one on my pup while the others cooled, and it turned out to be super helpful to help her keep cool in a house with no AC. I ended up using them on my neck too." —Xw
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
Promising review: "I love spending time outside, and we entertain on our patio, too. But when it's over 100 degrees outside, nobody feels like visiting. Until now!! I bought one and liked it so much I ordered another to cover both patios. They lower the temps to a more moderate level in just moments and don't use a 100 gallons of water doing it! I put mine along the top of our privacy fence and then put a fan in behind it and made it almost like having an AC unit outside. They're easy to put up and take down and come with convenient hanging hooks!
I read the reviews people wrote about the heads getting stopped up, and they WILL, but as a plumber I'll tell you a trick to keeping them working like new: vinegar. Just remove the heads and soak then in a little straight vinegar then use a small bristle brush like a toothbrush or nail brush rinse them off and replace them in the mister tubing, and they should be like brand new." —Sonya Combs
Get it from Amazon for $23.86+ (available in several pack sizes).
Promising review: "This is an excellent swing. It's sturdy and easy to assemble. Brings back memories of the hours I spent in the old porch swing at my Grandma’s house." —Walmart Customer
Get it from Walmart for $319.99 (available in two colors).
Funboy is a family-run small business based in Venice Beach that makes cute and joyful pool floats, kiddie pools, and more summer-fun products!
Get it from Funboy for $99.
Based in NYC, Jade Purple Brown is a Black-owned small business creating bold and colorful prints that translate over to towels, blankets, and wall art!
Get it from Jade Purple Brown for $70.
Promising review: "I am in love with this zapper. It is easy to use, easy to clean out, and the sound you hear when that fly or mosquito hits the light is satisfying. I left it on overnight, and I swear it sounded like a crackle coming from a campfire. I don't usually write reviews but this is a must-buy for people who got some flying pest issues. Whoever made this really considered safety because the way it's made, I can't see any child being able to stick their hand in it. This bad boy definitely cleaned up house 🙌🙌🙌" —Rahjon
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
Includes a 100-inch portable projector screen!
Promising review: "The quality of picture is incredible! You can always adjust the lens to the image in focus for the best picture quality. In addition the quality of sound is amazing. I have a speaker that I was going to plug in to projector, but the speakers of the projector are loud enough that I didn't need to. I highly recommend this projector; it's worth every penny." —Mohamed O Benjelloun
Get it from Amazon for $99.99.
Pinky Moon is a small business operating out of Oregon crafting comfy and cute goods to gift yourself and your loved ones.
Promising review: "The low setting is perfect ambient lighting, and the highest is a full on outdoor spotlight. It is as aesthetically pleasing in real life as it is on the web. I couldn't be happier. I've had it for one day and a guest already saw it and asked where she could get one." —emilyirenehartigan
Get it from Pinky Moon on Etsy for $29.99 (available in two colors).
Promising review: "LOVE this pool! It's the best purchase I’ve made this year! It's easy to blow up (we used a pump from our blow-up mattress) and easy to deflate and clean (we clean it weekly). The material is thick and sturdy, and doesn’t feel “cheap” or thin. So far we have had six adults in it comfortably. BEST decision I made to help get us through the California heat waves we’ve been having." —hotrodrachel
Get it from Amazon for $78.99+ (available in three patterns).
Promising review: "I've been using this outside on the grass every day and even indoors a few times since I got it. It isn’t heavy like the other cornhole games. If you turn over the cornhole, there are even other games like tic-tac-toe to play! This will be nice to play at family gatherings this summer! It's easy to set up and take down and doesn’t take up a ton of room." —Karen P.
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
Promising review: "This stuff is magical. If any part of any part of your body rubs against another part of your body, check this stuff out. It's effective ALL DAY. Not exaggerating. It's even effective the NEXT DAY if you don't shower. Beat the chub rub. Seriously, this is the best chafing cream I've ever encountered. I've walked all day wearing a dress with and without it. With: it's a lovely day for a stroll. Without: my thighs hate me by the end of the day because I've got thunder thighs, and they do not have a thigh gap unless I'm standing askance like some kind of surly cowboy." —Devina H.
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
Including aloe and rose, this mist is also comprised of geranium, olive squalene oil, and hyaluronic Acid.
Asali Organics is a Black woman-owned skincare business based in Maryland committed to infusing their knowledge of herbal healing into the creation of their skincare products.
Get it from Asali Organics for $30.
Promising review: "This product has given my family and I countless hours of laughs and memories together. It is our go-to game to play together and with friends. The blocks are soft around the edges and leveled very well. The wood seems to be natural, unstained, and untreated. I mention that because the wood could be painted or even written on with fun challenges for added fun! I initially thought that maybe this product was a little steep in price but after seeing the carrying case that it comes with as well as the well construction of the blocks, it's definitely been worth every penny!" —Jade Batisse
Get it from Amazon for $79.95.
WoodWorks by LeGrand is a small business out in Houston, Texas hand-crafting unique, high-quality benches for you and your squirrel friends!
Promising review: "Exceptional quality. But even better, these are wonderful folks to deal with. Excellent response time and lightning fast shipping. Love the product! Highly recommend!!" —Clacey Goodlett
Get it from WoodWorks by LeGrand on Etsy for $450+ (available in nine finishes).
Promising review: "My son oftentimes has many of the neighborhood kids at our house playing. We have the pool and the trampoline and wanted something a little different--this hit the spot! Everyone has a blast with it! Both children as well as adults! Its so easy to put together too! Very well built and good quality. I love the carry case that it comes in — a nice sturdy canvas. I highly recommend." —Livin Life In AZ
Get it from Amazon for $89.99 (available in two stains).
Promising review: "We fell in love with the charming look of this wishing well fountain! When it arrived, it looked smaller in the garden spot than what we were hoping for, so we used border blocks to create a stone base for the wishing well, and now it looks amazing! I know our grandkids are going to be delighted!" —Walmart Customer
Get it from Walmart for $295 (originally $368.99).
Promising review: "This firepit offers all the ambience you need. It is super easy to start the fire, and the wood packs make it easier, if that’s what you’re looking for. The fire gets going fast and develops a nice hot ember bed (all from one pack). I was very impressed and wasn’t expecting that.
This could be used without the wood packs, if you have your own wood. Either works perfect. The pit sits off the ground and flames are contained well within the pit. The design was done very well. Lastly, the heat this throws off is amazing. I was sitting a couple feet away and felt a lot of warmth. This isn’t one of those pits you have to hover over for heat." —Michele R
Get it from Amazon for $350.