Daughter's Guide to Summer

Daughter's Guide to Summer

Welcome to the sunny side of Daughter!

Our summer guide is brimming with inspiration to help you make the most of this vibrant season. Explore our collection of fun recipes, craft activities and outdoor adventures; and discover easy and breezy styling inspiration for your little one's favourite Daughter pieces.

 

DIY Pink Play-dough

The fun starts even before the dough is formed: Take a big mixing bowl and sit with your little one on the grass, or work directly on the kitchen bench and (using your hands) mix one part salt + one part water + two parts flour.

For some colour, add a tiny splash of beetroot juice - or experiment with other natural colourings.

Then, explore your natural surroundings for seed pods, wildflowers, and other natural elements to experiment with printing patterns and shapes into the dough.

When you're done, either wrap it up for later or bake your creations into salt dough ornaments!

Image credit: @amongthewildplay

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A Magic Cubby

Nothing sparks children's imagination quite like a cubby, and this one is a Daughter dream! This magical space can be easily recreated using quilts, blankets, sheets or even tablecloths. Create the base structure using strong branches and rope, then layer with whatever linens you have on hand. Add some cushions to make the space extra luxurious. Everything is washable and the memories will last forever!
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Image Credit: @projektityyny and @joyaberrow

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Breakfast Popsicles

We adore this idea from @kylienshank. Not only because these natural popsicles are wonderfully easy to make, but also because when all else fails at breakfast time, she offers these to her daughter as "Breakfast Popsicles". We know so many daughters who would burst with glee at the thought of eating an ice cream for breakfast! It's little things like this that can create such special memories.

It's essentially a dairy free smoothie - turned ice cream! Click the image below to see Kylie's post and find the simple three-ingredient recipe.

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Image Credit: @kylienshank 

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Host a Tea Party in the Park

There is simply no better attire for a tea party than the Sunday Dress - and in our delicate floral, Forget Me Not print, your daughter will look and feel like the perfect host. Paired with the always comfortable leather nomad sandals, after sharing tea with her friends, she'll be equally ready for running, climbing and jumping all afternoon. 
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Shop the Sunday Dress, Forget Me Not

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Backyard Cinema

Create core memories in the backyard with a projector, blankets, and an array of delicious snacks. As the sun sets and the stars begin to twinkle, set up your cosy spot with soft blankets and pillows, and prepare for a delightful evening of family movie magic. This simple setup not only offers a magical escape but also creates unforgettable memories of summer evenings spent together under the stars.
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Image Credit: @elizabethalison_

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A Leaf Library

Sometimes the simplest ideas are the most entertaining for children and adults alike. After collecting a diverse mix of leaves, tape each to a piece of craft paper and work together with a plant identifying app to find the name of each species of flora. Write the names below each and use them as fun reference cards on your next nature walk.

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Image Credit: @abelsplaythings

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The Magic of Make Believe

Sometimes all it takes is a special dress (like our Sunday Dress in pink French linen) and a prop (like this wand) to unleash a world of imagination within your little one. You may like to provide a novel space, like the quilt cubby above, and they will happily enter their own special world - they may even invite you to join them there!

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