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60 Days of Summer: Baseball Birthday Party

Posted by Kristen Flanagan

Hit one out of the park with a baseball birthday party. You can’t go wrong when America’s favorite pastime is your party theme. Incorporate the thrill of the …

60 Days of Summer: The Hula Coola

Posted by Kristen Flanagan

This simple coconut-blended drink will remind the whole family of days relaxing on the beach. Have your children help mix this tasty beverage and even add a little …

60 Days of Summer: Sun Prints

Posted by Kristen Flanagan

Have fun with restickable glue while also watching the sun do some magic on your children’s artwork! Sun prints are a great gift for family members and an …

60 Days of Summer: Iron-On Kids’ Tote Bag

Posted by Kristen Flanagan

Creative children will enjoy designing their own tote bag, perfect for a family beach vacation or a quick trip to the pool. Not only are these carriers practical, …

60 Days of Summer: Butterfly Decorations

Posted by Kristen Flanagan

Turn ordinary decorations like drinking straws and paper lanterns into butterfly-covered masterpieces. Use our template to trace butterflies onto a folded sheet of paper, and with a little …

60 Days of Summer: Raspberry Lemonade

Posted by Kristen Flanagan

Spice up traditional lemonade by adding raspberries, creating a tropical-looking pink juice. Make the beverage even more refreshing by including a sprig of mint leaf for a bit …

60 Days of Summer: Kid's Button Bracelets

Posted by Kristen Flanagan

Little ones will love this colorful summer craft. With a few simple supplies and a small collection of buttons, children can create their own jewelry. This is the …

60 Days of Summer: Watering-Can Shower

Posted by Kristen Flanagan

Create a shower station to rinse off your feet after summertime strolls through sand or soil. A teak bathmat is a perfect raised surface that will elevate you …

60 Days of Summer: Shell Flowerpots

Posted by Kristen Flanagan

Put your kids’ shell collection from the summer to good use. Shells from the beach can be used for many different crafts, but one of our favorite activities …

60 Days of Summer: Kid's Sock Puppets

Posted by Kristen Flanagan

With a few products from around the house, kids can create a whole army of different colored puppets that are all shapes and sizes, depending on the socks …