The Ultimate Summer Show and Tell

Your go-to Ocean in a Bottle just got a makeover. These are the memories you'll want to display.

By Lauren Hill August 12, 2015

Whether you collected shells by the shore or postcards on the road, it’s easy to transform treasures from your summer travels into fantastic keepsakes. Get creative with these easy ideas and you’ll have a blast preserving your memorabilia while creating new memories with your little collectors. Any of these 13 ideas are perfect for the “what I did this summer” edition of back-to-school show and tell.

Post(cards) to Coast(ers)

From coast to coast, have your tiny travelers collect cards from their favorite locales; then turn the most scenic images into one-of-a-kind coasters for the coffee table. It's a great way to remember your summer trip, and easy to make with this tutorial from Hither and Tither.

photo: Hither and Tither