by Melissa Panszi-Riebe

Just because we have to stay closer to home this summer doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the season: A lot is possible with staycations, local day trips, and seeing nearby landmarks with masks and social distancing. Check out some great summer treats that will make the heat feel a bit cooler or at least will help you look cooler. All items featured are from our talented New York Handmade Collective.

Beer Bottle Opener Key Chain, $15, from Ye Old Stamping Grounds Never worry about not being able to open your beverage with these fun keychain openers. — Beer Bottle Opener Key Chain, $15, from Ye Old Stamping Grounds
Never worry about not being able to open your beverage with these fun keychain openers.

Organic Cotton Fabric Mask, $15, from Wicked Finch FarmKeep cool as you explore different sites on your summer adventures while staying safe at the same time. — Organic Cotton Fabric Mask, $15, from Wicked Finch Farm
Keep cool as you explore different sites on your summer adventures while staying safe at the same time.

Mali Wedding and Vinyl Bead Necklace, $60, from Simone’s BoutiqueMake any sundress or t-shirt stand out with this statement necklace.  The colors are hot! — Mali Wedding and Vinyl Bead Necklace, $60, from Simone’s Boutique
Make any sundress or t-shirt stand out with this statement necklace. The colors are hot!

2mm Diamond Earrings, $150 from Sweet Olive JewelryBecause diamonds go with everything. — 2mm Diamond Earrings, $150 from Sweet Olive Jewelry
Because diamonds go with everything.

Silky Moisture Lemongrass Body Wash, $14.72 from Naturally NazThis will be your new go to scent this summer.  So fresh the humid heat won’t bother you. — Silky Moisture Lemongrass Body Wash, $14.72 from Naturally Naz
This will be your new go to scent this summer. So fresh the humid heat won’t bother you.

Raw Amethyst Geode Druzy Tube Earrings, $70 from Rock that GemRustic and chic. These earrings will show off all your summer pictures on your adventures.  You will never take them off even after your vacation is over. — Raw Amethyst Geode Druzy Tube Earrings, $70 from Rock that Gem
Rustic and chic. These earrings will show off all your summer pictures on your adventures. You will never take them off even after your vacation is over.

Mini Ice Cream Flat Pouch, $18.00 from Sew + Steady Studio Nothing says summer like ice cream.  Make sure you can carry what you need in this fun pouch. — Mini Ice Cream Flat Pouch, $18.00 from Sew + Steady Studio
Nothing says summer like ice cream. Make sure you can carry what you need in this fun pouch.

Reversible bandana, $18.75 from Jemima Jackman No need to worry about having a bad hair day on vacation or any day.  These stylish reversible headbands are so versatile and a must for the summer. — Reversible bandana, $18.75 from Jemima Jackman
No need to worry about having a bad hair day on vacation or any day. These stylish reversible headbands are so versatile and a must for the summer.

Red Coral Beach Summer Vacation Jewelry, $45 from Over the TopYou may not be able to go away to a tropical oceans, but you can wear it all summer long . — Red Coral Beach Summer Vacation Jewelry, $45 from Over the Top
You may not be able to go away to a tropical oceans, but you can wear it all summer long .