Here is a fun summer craft to keep your kids cool by using household sponges as an alternative to water balloons! This was an old project a few years ago on Family Fun but is still fun than ever and a cheap way to keep cool this summer. Thanks to Betz White for the great tutorial and photo!

Supplies:

• 4 regular sponges (they look great in as many colors as possible)
• Scissors
• Dental floss
• Bucket of water!

Directions:
Step 1: Cut sponge lengthwise into four equal strips. Repeat for second sponge.
Step 2: Stack sponge strips as shown, alternating colors. Place length of dental floss under stack.
Step 3: Tie floss around stack, drawing strips together into a pom-pom shape. Wrap tightly and knot.
Step 4: Fill a bucket with water and have fun!