15 New And Affordable Home Finds At IKEA

Summer is the perfect season to enjoy the great outdoors – whether you're lounging in your backyard , relaxing in your sunroom , on a beach , or roughing it on a camping trip. As we move full steam ahead into July, it's not too late to set your home up to enjoy the best this season has to offer us. Of course, IKEA is one of the best places to go to make these kinds of updates on a dime. Below, you'll find 15 new and affordable home finds at IKEA perfect for squeezing every drop of fun and comfort this summer.

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1. A NÄBBFISK cooler bag to encourage more picnics while we've still got plenty of summer left

This cooler bag is designed to keep food and drinks insulated and cold while you're out and about enjoying the great outdoors. it's designed to fit several bags of food plus water bottles so the entire group can enjoy a meal or snacks together.

Customer review: "I needed a bigger cool bag for taking my food & beers camping, went out on the hottest day so far in May with a few ice packs thrown in, kept all my beer cool all evening and even through to the next day! Very happy with this bag, loads of room for one and probably big enough for a family camp if you’re good at packing. 5 star product all told." — Anonymous reviewer

Price: $12.99

2. A SPLITTERNY snack container so you always have something to nibble on nearby without taking up too much space or mixing textures

If you love to keep a snack while you enjoy the great outdoors, then this 10-ounce, cup-shaped Splitterny snack container is an ideal choice. It's super compact but holds two different compartments so you can have multiple snacks without worrying about mixing them unless you want to and when you're ready. This is great for keeping fruit and nuts together or prepping overnight oats. Pack this in your cooler lunch box to keep things tidy in there!

Price: $1.69

3. The Trandon folding table so you can eat more comfortably outdoors

Sometimes you can't just bring the lunch cooler; you've got to bring the table to eat at too. The Trandon folding table is designed to fit compactly inside a vehicle, making it ideal for camping, beach trips, and even picnics around time.

Customer review: "I needed a bigger cool bag for taking my food & beers camping, went out on the hottest day so far in May with a few ice packs thrown in, kept all my beer cool all evening and even through to the next day! Very happy with this bag, loads of room for one and probably big enough for a family camp if you’re good at packing. 5 star product all told." — Anonymous review

Price: $21.99 (was $34.99)

4. STRANDON folded chair so you can pop a squat outdoors comfortably on something durable

Customer review: " This chair is very light and easy to assemble. It's very comfortable with a high back to support your head. Very strong fabric with a lovely coloured pattern. Great to carry in the car for use on many occasions." — Anonymous reviewer

Price: $27.99 (was $39.99)

5. The Helmer drawer unit to bring more organization and a splash of sun-inspired beauty into your space

Making it feel like summer in your home can be as easy as picking bright colors like this bold yellow for this six-drawer Helmer unit . In addition to being the color of lemonade and sunflowers, it's also great for keeping miscellaneous items together and keeping everything tidy so clutter doesn't take over your decor. The drawer comes in four other colors but who cares about those when this basically belts out Will Smith's "Summertime" jam?

Promising review: "I love the set of drawers so much that I bought another for my hubby. it’s perfect for my craftroom to store all my A4 (11.3/4” x 8.1/4) sized cardstock & I’ve recommended it to my crafty pals who are looking for great storage for their craft rooms too. 5*" — Anonymous reviewer

Price: $60

6. GULLRISMOTT food storage bags to keep your pantry supremely organized and minimize plastic in your home

If you're using your summer days to cook more, then a big part of making that fun and not daunting is organization. Consider this textile bag , designed to hold various food items in your pantry and on your countertops. It comes in two styles: a drawstring style for dry goods and a rectangular, totes style with thicker material for potatoes. The bags are also good for tagging along to those outdoor farmer's markets and side-of-the-road fresh fruit vendors that the summer season ushers in.

Price: $3.99 for a pack of two

7. Or, the KANELMOTT vegetable and fruit basket so your produce can double as countertop decor for all your outdoor farmer's market finds this summer

This rattan and bamboo basket comes apart into two individual baskets if you'd like them in separate places. It's also a money-saver, given that it's designed with openings between the bamboo so that natural air circulation can extend the life of your produce.

Price: $39.99 for a set of two

8. A Revskar L-shaped outdoor sectional to elevate your porch or patio with convertible seating

Now's the perfect time to update your outdoor seating area as we enter into the last month and a half of summer and fall nights come knocking. After this, all you'll need is a firepit! This three-seat conversation piece can be split up into a two-seater sofa and a chaise or used as an L-shaped sectional.

Price: $400

9. A BROGGAN indoor-outdoor rug to bring some color, warmth and personality to your your home, no matter what your needs are

Let's make your decor match the beauty of the season! This indoor-outdoor rug is not only bursting with bright hues but it's also a practical pick since it's water- and stain-resistant. Reviewers have put this in their kitchens and on their patios. Gotta love that flexibility.

Customer review: "This rug is well made and looks fantastic on my deck. Exactly what I was looking for." — Cathy

Price: $60

10. A LANSPORT LED lantern light to add a glow to the patio or any part of the house you like

We don't talk enough about how great the affordable lighting options are at IKEA! From lanterns to bedside lamps to string lights, if you want to add an extra glow to your patio or anywhere else in your home, there are ways to do it without breaking the bank. This LANSPORT LED light is yet another option that'll brighten up a space for just $20! The light is portable and battery-operated, with batteries sold separately.

Price: $19.99

11. ANANAS live pineapple plant to grow your own fruits this summer

With the cost of groceries and so many food recalls these days, growing your own fruit at home isn't the worst idea, no? Grab the live, in-store-only pineapple plants for under $15. The tail-end of pineapple season falls smack-dab in the middle of summer so you're probably in for a delicious pineapple once it's ready! These can be ordered ahead of time for store pickup and bonus: the pot's included.

Price: $13

12. STRANDON portable grill perfect for anywhere your summer calendar takes you

Grill out whenever you feel like it with this mini portable grill that's compact enough to fit in a small zipped tote bag yet big enough to grill your favorite eats on camping trips, beach days, and more. It'll also come with a chopping board so you can prep foods easily.

Price: $40 (was $60)

13. ISTAD bag for keeping things tidy and kept together in the kitchen and beyond

The ISTAD reusable bags come in extra convenient for a number of things in the kitchen, travel, and beyond. They're a great solution for staying tidy, saving space, a keeping everything organized. While they are made of plastic, it's actually been recycled from other items, and the bags are reusable to eliminate plastic waste. They're also pretty heat-resistant since you can fill them with foods up to 122 degrees! Use them to put away and separate your grilled leftovers. They'll be even nastier the next day!

Price: $1.49 for a 20-pack

14. IKEA 365+ stainless steel pan for easy, breezy cooking any time

This stainless steel pan is a straightforward kitchen essential made with durability in mind. It's the latest addition to the full IKEA 365+ collection , which true to the name, is filled with go-to kitchen items that meet needs year-round.

Price: $9.99

15. Kustfyr jack-o-lantern string lights for you Halloween-loving individuals who start preparing for October 31, like now.

Halloween lovers, rejoice! Your annual summer preparation for the spookiest day of the year is all taken care of at IKEA. The retailer just relaunched the Kustfyr collection dedicated to the holiday which includes mugs, wreaths, lanterns, these adorable jack-o-lantern string lights and so much more!

Promising review: "Love the vintage vibe of these small paper pumpkin lanterns, prefer them to similar lights I've seen done in plastic. The Hallowe'en selection this year was great - both the selection and price point." — Joan

(Ah, yes, and if you're today-years-old finding out that summer is actually when die-hard Halloween prep happens, then you're not alone — but oh, it's true. Halloween fans are already hunting for spooky decor at Goodwill and retailers like Costco , Lowe's , and Cracker Barrel have already released their Halloween collections!)

Price: $15

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