Since the last few weeks of school, Taylor and her friends have been into make bracelets. Consequently, I thought that she would love Klutz’s Glossy Bands book for her birthday. This ‘kit’ comes with everything you need to make ‘stretchy bracelets’ – 4 colors of ‘gel’, plastic sheets to put your bracelets on, ‘swirling sticks’ (a.k.a. toothpicks), and templates with instructions on how to make your bracelets.
So how did it go over? In just 2 days,1/2 the gel bottles are empty, numerous bracelets have been made, and Taylor is asking for us to order more gel bottles! I can say, it’s a hit. Best of all, Taylor got results that looked like the ones in the book! Glossy Bands is designed for ages 8 and up – an age that I totally agree with. I think younger children might have difficulty controlling the amount of color beads that come out of the bottle…. not to mention waiting 24 hours for the bracelet (or ring) to dry. There are also several ‘wear and care’ rules (like wearing only one band at a time, taking it off before bed) that small children may not want to follow.
The Bottom Line: A “kid tested, mother approved” book that will keep your child busy for hours…… and maybe, if you’re lucky, your little girl will let you try one out for yourself!