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1. A delectable set of planet lollipops you'll just be over the moon for. These are edible works of art with stunning 2D images contained in different lollipops, each with its own flavor so you get a taste of the solar system while picking out constellations in the summer sky. Mercury is caramel, Earth is cotton candy (an interesting flavor choice to me tbh), and more.
2. A mini waffle-maker that'll whip up cute heart-shaped waffles so you can show off your love for summer (or your love for the person you make them for...meaning yourself, of course 😊).
3. Or a Mickey Mouse waffle maker to get your Disney fix in every breakfast because you are obviously marathoning Disney most of this summer.
4. Fifty Shades of Chicken, a parody cookbook with hilarious and ridiculously seductive chicken recipes guaranteed to make you laugh every time you open it — especially with names like "Dripping Thighs" and "Mustard-Spanked Chicken." Laughing in this heat is much better than sweating in it.
5. An aluminum baking sheet with a grid pattern that helps with airflow in the oven and gets you extra crispy edges, which just means your seasonal baked goods will come out so much more tasty, won't it?
6. A clip-on silicone strainer because it fits all pots of all sizes so whether you sit down on a nice summer night with one bowl of ramen or three, you'll be able to enjoy it regardless.
7. A heart-shaped wooden serving spoon that'll always cheer you up when you reach for it to bake something yummy. Whether you're stirring, scooping, or mixing, your summer dessert will turn out amazing.
8. This cute "egguins" egg holder to both store and serve your eggs in the most creative way because we all know you're making omelets every summer morning. These penguins hold up to six eggs and you can keep them in your fridge or dunk them in boiling water (don't worry, it's heat-resistant so they'll be fine and so will your eggs).
9. A box of melt-in-your-mouth gourmet choco chip Campfire cookies from CurlyTop Baker that'll be delivered right to your door. It's a great comfort snack that'll take you straight back to childhood memories of counting the stars on warm summer nights.
10. A nonstick ceramic Always Pan because you won't even reach for anything else to cook your dinner once you have this. It's designed to replace EIGHT pieces of regular cookware. You'll feel just grand using this every time this summer.
11. An insect repellent lotion so you can sit outside to eat in peace, whether it's a picnic or a simple meal in your backyard.
12. A set of multi-purpose silicone lids that are so incredibly airtight even your dog will be surprised (just check out that GIF!). They're heat-safe and great for covering bowls and pots without lids so if those baked summer goods you made need shelter, you now have these!
13. A Disney princess cookbook filled with easy-to-follow recipes inspired by your favorite princesses so you can watch Tangled this summer while enjoying Rapunzel's Frying Pan Eggs!
14. A gourmet oil-dipping spice kit so you can dip into herbs and spices that let you explore five different cuisines, from Italy to Morocco. Since we can't exactly travel this summer, why not travel through food?
15. A Minnie Mouse canvas picnic basket that is, of course, perfect for picnics. What makes it a great basket then, you ask? Well, it has a collapsible interior and comes with a full cutlery set for two, including a plate and wineglass set, a pouch, forks, knives, and spoons! You won't need to worry about packing anything but the actual food. How's that for a picnic basket?
16. A delightful cookbook of recipes from your favorite books plus the passages they're featured in. If you've ever wanted to try a literary food, now's your chance! With recipes ranging from carrot pudding (A Christmas Carol) to Turkish delight (The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe), you'll be inspired to spend your summer afternoons in the kitchen whippin' these up!
17. A pack of Dole soft serve pineapple mix so you can make your own Dole Whip right at home and comfort yourself since you can't have the snack at the actual park.
18. A lovely three-piece bistro set reminiscent of the ones you'd see on a French street lined with pretty cafes to spruce up your porch or backyard so you can sip ice cold lemonade in the fresh air! It even has an umbrella hole to really get that cafe feel!
19. A bug bite suction tool that'll provide almost instant relief from itchiness and remove insect venom, saliva, and other irritants left by a bite. No chemicals needed! You'll finally be able to have your backyard barbecue or step out for a drink without fear of returning with a million mosquito bites.
20. A Japan Crate subscription box that lets you explore and experience Japan and its culture in not one, not two, but six different ways so you can get a taste of all sides of the country if you wanted to go this summer but couldn't! You can choose to get a crate full of Japanese snacks, kawaii (cute) things, instant ramen, collectible capsule toys, Japanese beauty products, or stationary items. Everything comes straight from Japan and it's super affordable too.
21. A compact stainless-steel wood-burning fire pit for the perfect summer activity — camping! Its design allows for a no-trace fire with reduced smoke (without batteries or fans!) and little ash, meaning cleanup is easy.
22. A watermelon slicer because it'll make having your fave summer snack a breeze. The slicer is so easy to use all your friends will ask you where you got it.
23. A weather-resistant indoor/outdoor rug to rest your feet on when you're having your dinner out in the backyard on a summery evening. It's easy to take care of and can handle the abuse of weather and daily use from pets and kids. It won't fray easily!
24. A set of ice pop molds so you can satisfy your sweet tooth whenever you want! This'll bring the spirit of summer to your home and your taste buds while you're quarantining.
25. A set of lovable ceramic cat measuring spoons for elevating your cooking/baking experience from "eh" to "aw!" Summer should be about smiling after all!
26. A wall-mounted dry goods dispenser because storing foods in the summer should be fun! And when you're craving cereal again at 3 a.m., you can easily fill your bowl with these.
27. A baking subscription box that helps you do what the entire country has been doing this summer since lockdown: baking! This box removes all the hassle of baking and makes it simple, fun, and easy with fresh pre-measured ingredients (no store-bought mixes!), video tutorials, and instructions. You'll be making these scrumptious desserts basically from scratch!
28. A nonstick electric George Foreman grill especially perfect for small spaces because that shouldn't stop you from fulfilling your burger cravings! And thanks to its removable stand, it suits both the outside and the inside. It's also easy to clean and you don't need butter and oil either!
29. An oven cleaner so strong it'll fight the most stubborn stains and get 'em off overnight but that is also gentle enough that you don't need protective gloves to use it. It'll make cleaning up your messes easy when you're trying to make something new this summer.
30. A compact juicer that processes hard fruits and veggies and ensures you never have to pull out your wallet for a nice cold glass of juice on a hot day ever again. Make it right at home, au naturale!
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