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.

Sandy Scents

If your family’s always bringing home the beach, use leftover sand to spark their creativity. These ombre candles from How Did You Make This were cast from molds made of sand. See how it's made here.

photo: How Did You Make This