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It’s summer, and I’m kicking it off with a bang by giving a bright and colorful, treat-filled “Fun is in Full Bloom” gift to neighbors and friends! I enjoyed putting this pretty (and tasty) sentiment together for a family who means a lot to us.And, there’s an awesome sweepstakes that you can find below where a $100 Walmart e-gift card is up for grabs daily!
To me, summertime is all about fun! I remember my growing up days, I’d spend from sun up to sun down outside with my siblings building forts between our fruit trees, riding our bikes to the candy store, running through the sprinklers and doing cartwheels in the plush green grass of our front yard. When we felt scorched and parched, we’d head inside to enjoy a refreshment. I have so many fond memories of the simple yet magical life we lived.
Now that my kiddos are home all day, I’m eager for them to make fun memories too! We’ve already been swimming up a storm, made multiple trips to the park, and had picnics in the mountains. I just love when school’s out for a few months!
If you saw my post about my summer bucket list, you know that we’ve got tons more plans for the hot months ahead. 🙂 I can’t wait!
Since summer marks the beginning of lots of good times, I put together a cute gift with that as my theme. I just adore the colors of summer, so I chose to paint my box coral and add some vinyl flower decals to the front for decoration. Flowers make me so happy!
I of course had to fill the box with loads of tasty treats, because there will be plenty of time for snacking on these yummies over the summer!
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I grabbed a big bag of M&M’s® Plain and some M&M’s® Peanut from this very inviting in-store display at Walmart. Then I headed to the candy aisle for some Life Savers® Hard Candy Variety and some Skittles®.
Then I picked up some SNICKERS® Ice Cream Bars 6-pack from the frozen desserts section. Download the Blippar app from your Apple or Android store to scan your package and receive exclusive content.
The goodies all come together to make the perfect summer fun box that pretty much anyone and everyone should be excited to receive!Here’s how to make it.
I bought an unfinished wood box, along with some glass jars in varying sizes.
First, tape off the chalkboard portion, then spray paint the entire box. Give it a few coats, if necessary, allowing it to dry in between. I used “Sunrise” by Krylon.
Now comes the really fun part! Fill your jars with gorgeous, delicious candies! I can think of so many ways our friends might use these M&M’s® Plain this summer…snacking, road trips, cookies, playdates, movie nights, edible game tokens, etc.! Oh the possibilities!
Don’t be shy about sampling some of each while you’re filling them up (I may be speaking from experience here). 🙂
Tie some twine around the jars for an added touch of cuteness.
I just can’t get over the loveliness of colorful candies in a jar! They’re just begging someone to reach a hand in!
I cut some small flowers with my Silhouette machine in white vinyl and applied them to the outside of the box in front. Then I wrote “It’s summer!” on the chalkboard surface with chalk marker.
To finish it off, I attached the adorable tag and then filled the box with goodies! The SNICKERS® Ice Cream Bars will of course need to be added just before delivering the gift.
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This box just screams “SUMMER!”, don’t you think? Here’s to lots of memories and great times!
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What are your favorite summer memories from your growing up days? Do you have any fun summer plans? I’d love to hear in the comments section below!
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Have a great week!
Karen
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