This week, we crossed off an item on our Summer Sand Pail List. (If you haven’t made a summer bucket list, there is still time! Go here.) We made snow cones and invited the neighbors.
A couple years ago, Tara gave me this Back to Basics Ice Shaver/Snow Cone Maker. I love it. It’s fun and couldn’t be easier to use. You just throw some ice in the top, press the button and apply pressure . . . and you get a perfect treat to cool you off on a hot day. The kids loved it! They enjoyed picking their flavor and colored straw too.
It is a great and inexpensive way to celebrate on a hot summer day!
P.S. This makes a great gift! The Back to Basics one is actually one of the less expensive ones sold on Amazon. You can throw in a bottle of flavoring, a pack of cups/straws and make it a perfect gift. I know, because I received it!
Update: Thanks to a reader, I just learned that you can make the syrup yourself. All it takes is sugar, water and kool-aid. Check out this recipe from All Recipes. Thanks, Nancy!!
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My name is Kristen. I'm a former Wedding & Event Planner blogging about fun ways to celebrate each and every day and the special occasions of life. Here you'll find inspiration for family fun, children's activities, party planning and a faith-filled life. 
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