Tools for Beating the Heat

WRITTEN BY COCOA LANEY

IF THE PAST few years have taught us anything, it’s that you can never be too prepared when it comes to impending summer heat. From the bare essentials (hello, portable air conditioners!) to stylish touches like outdoor umbrellas and even pitchers for serving up your favorite chilled drink, now is the time to stock up on the tools that will help you stay cool no matter the temperature. 

1

Teal Auto Tilt Umbrella

Wilson’s Furniture, call for pricing 5080 Pacific Hwy., Ferndale, 360.384.8900, wilsonhomefurnishings.com

2

True Zoo Parad-Ice Fish Ice Cube Tray Target, $16 target.com

3

LG 7,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

DeWaard & Bode, $500 3944 Meridian St., Bellingham, 360.733.5900, dewaardandbode. com

4 Herb Imprinted Pitcher Petals & Blooms, $40 petalsandbloomsdecor.com

5

Lurella Mini Fan Lurella, $16 lurellacosmetics.com