Soap boat races
As a Lowes creator we are given a fun challenge each month to makeover a space. However, this month Lowes challenged us to create something fun for the backyard. I was thrilled for this challenge.
I was walking around Lowes one afternoon trying to figure out what to make and I saw the rain gutters sitting there for FIVE bucks. I was trying to think of something fun I could do with rain gutters, but nothing was coming to mind. Then I remembered an activity we did back in Jr. High. We carved soaps into boats { a soap boat } and raced them at a little pond by our house. Taking my kids to the pond to race may not have been the safest idea, but with the rain gutter we were able to re-create this fun idea in our back yard. This project was so easy to put together and was SO much fun for the kids. Can you tell by my sons face? 😉
Supplies needed:
- Rain gutter (found at Lowes in the lumber section)
- Bar of soap (found at Dollar store)
- Toothpick
- Fabric and scissors
- Glue gun
All you do is cut a triangle out of fabric and glue it to the top of your toothpick. Then stick the toothpick into your soap bar and it’s ready to race. If your kids are older you can carve the boats and make them more unique. 🙂
Stick a hose on one end of the gutter and let the race begin!
Ready, set, go!
The kids absolutely LOVED racing their soap boats! We spent all morning outside as the kids ran back and forth to each end.
We had such a great time together. This was one of our favorite activities we have done all summer. The best part was that it cost less than 10 bucks. Can’t beat that! We will be doing many more soap boat races this summer! This really is such an easy and fun activity to do as a family.
Have a g r e a t Sunday!
Disclosure: I received product as a Lowes ambassador, however all opinions are 100% my own.
Would be a great project for VBS too!
What a great idea! Looks like your kids are having loads of fun. I’d love for you to share this original idea at {Monday Mom Musings} tomorrow at my blog. I’m sure the ladies would love it!
I love the bubbles and the make your own shade at the beach. Love this soap boat idea. Looks like so much fun.
I love this idea Jamielyn!!! So cute!
I would love to make my own beach tent.
What a wonderful idea! And anything that involves water is always fun!
Love the little sand city made in the backyard!
Those kiddos are ADORABLE! Love seeing chub on babies!
What a cute idea. Looks like the kids had a BALL. Thanks for sharing and thanks for letting us enter to win the Lowe’s gift card. I’ve posted on Facebook and Im now following you on Facebook. 😎
Oh my goodness Jamielyn! That is the cutest project ever! And your little ones, adorable as usual!
I love the Stenciled Pillow Covers made with canvas drop cloth.
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Hi Jamielyn,
This is such a cute idea -to turn the rain gutter into a water raceway. I’m would concerned about all the soapy run off draining into my lawn. How do you handle this?
Thanks,
Laura
This is such a great idea Jamielyn. I wish I had thought of this when my children were small. Thanks for the giveaway. I hope I win…
I am worried about the kids touching their face and getting soap in their eyes
I certainly have enjoyed visiting your site! You have wonderful pics/instructions/ ideas!! Have a great week..sandra
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I’d like to do the “Adirondack-Inspired Chairs” project.
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I like the tiki torch planter idea.. simple and nice lighting for the deck
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Great idea and wonderful project , people like this about cotton clothes.
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This is so cute, simple and looks like it would be great fun for my two kiddos. I’m thinking even just the soap boats in the water table…hmm..thanks for the inspiration!
We love this idea. Linked to it on our Staycation round-up!
This looks so fun. Looks like it could be a fun thing my boys could possibly do without making it a disaster they have a way of making all projects such lol.
Superb idea! My daughter will definitely love this activity, she’s just fascinated with anything that involves water! Thanks for sharing 🙂
It was a huge hit with my kids! I hope your daughter enjoys this as much as mine did. 🙂
5 years later and people still find this activity really fun for their kids, including myself! My 5 year old son and 7 year old daughter had a blast.
I’m so glad your kids love this activity! Soap boat races are so much fun!
I think they should be easier