Today's "keeping it summer" craft was making a recycled waterproof windsock, courtesy of Valerie over on Frugal Family Fun Blog. I love her ideas! She also has a post on garden stones that we have planned for later--hopefully this weekend.
The windsock couldn't be simpler to make--and I'm sure you have everything on hand--so it's perfect for an after school craft. First, check your recycling bin for something plastic that you can cut into rounds to use as the base. We used a yogurt cup. Then, cut up several plastic bags into long strips. The more colorful the better, though our selection was pretty sad (we're down to the last few since we don't accumulate them like we did before switching to reusable bags). Next, loop your strips around your base, attach a handle, and hang outside.
I had to help our four-year old as he couldn't quite master the ends-through-the-loop technique. Our windsock is destined for the boys' new clubhouse that my husband built this summer. But first, Leo needed to test it out indoors.
Next up are pie pops from Luxirare (found via Bakerella)--as soon as I can get my act together and make up a batch of pie dough that is. Have you seen these? Individual pie servings. On a stick. Um, yes please.