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Creating the Next Generation of Duck Tape® Makers™

Sponsored Party for Local Homeschoolers

By Amanda Hollifield June 29, 2017

Growing up, Duck Tape® was (and still is!) the go-to fix-it resource. Every home in America owned a roll of the notorious gray tape that could repair any household dilemma. Duck Tape® has built their brand on a rich, strong history that continues to be innovative. Take a stroll down the craft aisle at your local retailer and you can't miss the vivid, fun colors and patterns of Duck Tape ® to make your next creative project. Take a scroll down Pinterest and you will find Duck® brand purses, wallets, and even prom dresses. Now, Duck® brand wants to inspire the next generation of Duck Tape® Makers™.




True to their own mission to inspire, imagine, and create, Duck Tape ® has launched a new program,  to encourage moms, dads, and kids to bring their home-school and home organization ideas to life. Macaroni Kid Tri-Cities was selected to host a Duck Tape® Maker™ creative party for our local homeschool mamas (and daddies). The challenge was to be completely unique and brand new with their Duck Tape® creations and our group did not disappoint; they were amazing!  See how amazing in our YouTube video below!


Thirty homeschool kids of all ages, along with their moms and dads worked together to bring their inspirations to life! We created everything from practical bags for kids to organize their supplies on the go, armband storage for weekly memorization homework, Duck Tape® solar system, fidget spinner made with Duck Tape®, a Duck Tape® volcano that erupted, Duck Tape® decorated tin cans bound together with Duck Tape® for easy storage and access to markers, crayons, pencils and more. One of our teens created a way to carry her band flag and rifle as one! Even our local newspaper covered our next generation innovators. See the full article here



Our kiddos were true makers who transformed colorful rolls of Duck Tape® into engineered masterpieces and works of art using their natural curiosity, thirst for self-discovery and exploration, and passion to break through limits to create something extraordinary; but with practical application at home and on the road.




One family, before the party, asked what challenges they faced while homeschooling?  This family is very active within their community, which makes staying organized on-the-go difficult. So, the kids came up with two great creations; the memorization arm band and a stylish, yet practical homework bag with pockets.  Watch the Melendez Family in #MKMaker action below!






Now it's your turn! Challenge your family to be part of the Duck Tape® Maker™ community and be a trend setter. Inspire your family to dream and create with Duck® brand today!

Follow the Duck ® brand on social media and post your creations online using #DuckTapeMaker and #MKMakers.

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Pinterest - http://www.pinterest.com/theduckbrand

Thank you to Duck® Brand for partnering with Macaroni Kid! #sponsored #ad.