5 Bright Ideas for Your Backyard Picnic

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Soothe a Sunburn...Naturally

5 Bright Ideas for Your Backyard Picnic

Soothe a Sunburn...Naturally

It's easy to misjudge when to re-apply sunscreen, especially in the beginning of summer when your skin first comes out of hiding. Then you realize -Ouch! - it's too late.

Natural remedies may offer some soothing relief. They're easy to come by and may already be on hand:

Vinegar - apply vinegar to the area then cover with a towel overnight.

Oatmeal - soak in an oatmeal (not the instant kind) bath for 30-40 minutes.

Black tea - soak three bags of black tea in a pitcher of warm water; then apply with a rag to your skin.

Pure vanilla extract - not the imitation kind; again, apply to skin.

Witch hazel - may also lessen healing time and prevent peeling and flaking.

Aloe vera - the "juice" from a piece cut off an actual plant. Also, lotion or gel without alcohol, to avoid drying your skin.

Remember to drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.

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5 Bright Ideas for Your Backyard Picnic

Picnicking out back? Piece of cake! Especially with these easy ideas:

popsicle sticks as labels

Use Popsicle-stick labels to distinguish turkey from beef burgers or rare from well-done.

Keep salads cold for serving

Keep slaw, potato salad and fruit salad cold by nesting the serving bowl on top of ice in a larger bowl or dish.

Table

For an easy decorated look, layer the tablecloths. Mix colors, textures and sizes.

fruit display

Make a fresh centerpiece by displaying fruit in an unconventional way: Fill large clear-glass vases with water at different levels, then drop in bright Granny Smiths or other fruit.