No pool party is complete without a fresh cold drink in hand as you and your friends are splashing around or laying out under the summer sun.

$That\u2019s why we\u2019ve teamed up with Barefoot Refresh Spritzers to give you a how-to on throwing a pool party on the fly.$

That’s why we’ve teamed up with Barefoot Refresh Spritzers to give you a how-to on throwing a pool party on the fly.

$1. DIY Flower Straws: They\u2019re super easy and quick to make in batches, so everyone at the party can top off a can with a little floral fun.$

1. DIY Flower Straws: They’re super easy and quick to make in batches, so everyone at the party can top off a can with a little floral fun.

2. DIY Pool Accessories: Watercoloring plain white cover-ups and other accessories are way less maintenance than tie-dying, but have the same summer-y effect.

3. Barefoot Refresh Spritzers: These spritzers are a game changer. You can easily tuck these single-serve cans in your cooler, or beach bag to go out and about. Click here: http://bit.ly/28O1Lxh

4. The Best Mexican Corn Recipe: Corn on the cob is always a crowd-pleaser and this grilled Mexican corn recipe is great for spicing up a typical summer snack. Click here: http://go.brit.co/28LrbZM

5. Make Sangria: Nothing says summer better than a fresh cold pitcher of sangria. Barefoot Refresh Summer Red Spritzer makes a great base for the ultimate summer beverage.

$6. Go With the Floaties: Packing your pool with floaties is a no brainer. Not gonna lie, it\u2019s pretty awesome drifting on a pineapple float all day long.$

6. Go With the Floaties: Packing your pool with floaties is a no brainer. Not gonna lie, it’s pretty awesome drifting on a pineapple float all day long.

$7. Get a Waterproof Camera for Epic Underwater Pics: What\u2019s better than a selfie? Underwater selfies!$

7. Get a Waterproof Camera for Epic Underwater Pics: What’s better than a selfie? Underwater selfies!

$8. Remember to Use Sun Protection: It\u2019s the worst when you come back from the pool with a sunburn. Avoid this party foul by slicking SPF on your skin and offering some to your friends.$

8. Remember to Use Sun Protection: It’s the worst when you come back from the pool with a sunburn. Avoid this party foul by slicking SPF on your skin and offering some to your friends.

$9. Make an Ice Cream Cake That Won\u2019t Melt: This is the perfect cake to make as you\u2019re throwing together a last minute summer bash. Click here: http://go.brit.co/28PMATR$

9. Make an Ice Cream Cake That Won’t Melt: This is the perfect cake to make as you’re throwing together a last minute summer bash. Click here: http://go.brit.co/28PMATR

$10. Serve Fruity Ice: Let\u2019s be real, you\u2019re going to be making ice anyway for your sangria, so why not dress up the ice cubes by adding summer fruits in the tray?$

10. Serve Fruity Ice: Let’s be real, you’re going to be making ice anyway for your sangria, so why not dress up the ice cubes by adding summer fruits in the tray?

11. Wear Playful Sunnies: Make a statement while shielding your eyes from the sun. These springtime flower sunglasses easily transition to summer weather.

$12. Make-Over Last Year\u2019s Straw Hat: Add some cute quirkiness to your basic straw hat by adding pom poms to the brim. Click here for the DIY: http://go.brit.co/1qm53vu$

12. Make-Over Last Year’s Straw Hat: Add some cute quirkiness to your basic straw hat by adding pom poms to the brim. Click here for the DIY: http://go.brit.co/1qm53vu

13. Stock Up on Towels: Chances are, someone is going to forget to bring a towel. Save the day by offering an extra!

Hooray for Summer!

How to 13 pool party essentials for a last-minute shindig

13 Pool Party Essentials for a Last-Minute Shindig