NINE Best Sparkle Summer Recipes and Crafts
The first day of summer is the Solstice, which takes place on the 20th. So there's no better time than now to get ready for those moments when the kiddos say "I don't know what to do." We've got you covered for summer with great crafts and recipes to keep you exploring.
Recipes:
Blueberry Grunt
This treat is just right for summertime. Take a walk in the woods to search for wild blueberries or take a trip to your local blueberry farm. With berries, ice cream, and biscuits, this one is sure to get a grunt of satisfaction or two.
Find the recipe HERE.
What's Your Favorite Hot Dog?
This recipe is more like a tutorial to get you out of that plain-jane combo of mayo and mustard and onto something with a little more sparkle fun.
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Homemade Iced Lemon Mint Tea
Tea, when made with the right ingredients, truly does have the power to help and heal. Serve it hot or iced – either way it’ll quench thirsts and spirits.
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Cherry Icicles
All you have to do is puree the soft fruit flesh with a little water, freeze in a mold, and — voila! — you have a fresh fruit icicle. Not only are they tasty and cool, they’re also a nice use for fruit that’s close to going bad.
Find the recipe HERE
Crafts:
Lemonade Stand DIY Bunting
I think every person has tried to have their own lemonade stand at least once in their life. So why not encourage our children to do so as well? This cute bunting is sure to catch the eye of thirsty customers.
Find the tutorial HERE.
These cute DIY sun hats are easy to make and eco friendly using recycled materials found at home.
Find the tutorial HERE
This printable map is great for the dog days of summer when you are not quiet sure what to do.
Find the printable HERE
There is nothing better than reading a book in your own special place out in the backyard. Or pretending you're on a camping trip or you're an explorer in the jungle. Wherever your child's imagination wants to go, this tent is an easy and fun way to get them there.
Find the tutorial HERE
Beach Mandala
Whether you at at the ocean, playing lakeside, or walking along the river, this mandala will help you make some lovely nature art for you and others to enjoy.
Find the tutorial HERE.
