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.

A Sharp(ie) Looking Fish

Driftwood’s nondescript shape makes it easy for your little artists to use their imaginations when it comes to decorating. Add scales and a smile like Zoe at Creative in Chicago and an ordinary piece of driftwood becomes an adorable fish. Check out her other awesome aquatic creations here.

photo: Creative in Chicago