Clare Crespo, Creator of YummyFun Kooking
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Give her the hot, the humid, the buggy: CLARE CRESPO is in love with summer. When temperatures start to dip, this wildly creative artist, cookbook author, and creator of YummyFun Kooking doesn't let it get her down—she keeps the fun going.
Herewith, the 11 essentials that Clare uses to keep summer alive well into the fall.
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Waring Snow Cone Maker
In Louisiana, where I'm from, there are Sno-Balls (finer ice than Sno-Cones) on every corner.
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Sheefun for Ann-Sofie Back
Dripping SunglassesI like it when it's so hot out that my sunglasses might melt.
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Keep Company 'Homer' Sneakers
The Homer in purple Mayan are cheerful and bright for a cheerful and bright summer day.
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Bless with Weekday Beach Scarf
In the summer, this is my beach towel. The rest of the year it's a cool scarf/blanket!
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Valerie Confections Super
Choc-O-Food Chocolate BarNo summer road trip is complete with out a snack. This bar will make you the most popular person in the car.
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Monoi Tiare Tahiti Oil
I have been known to use Hawaiian Tropic oil as perfume but lately I like this oil.
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Elta Sunblock
I think I've tried a million different sunblocks: This one isn't sticky, stinky, or chalky so it's good for every day.
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Neon Embroidery Floss
Neon friendship bracelets are a wearable reminder of summertime all year long.
- 9
Butter London in Slapper
I like how my turquoise pedicure looks when my feet are under water. Good color with a lake, a river, a pool, or the sea.
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Peter Miles Peaches Towel
Beach or no beach, this towel is just peachy.
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Snow Peak Hozuki Lantern
These little lanterns are completely magical! They have a "candle" setting where the LED lights respond by flickering to sound and wind.
